Charles J. Gruich, M.D.
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How long does it take to get an appointment?    
        Same day appointments can be made. 
After signing in how long will it take to see the doctor?
        10-15 minutes

What do I do if I need refills?
        Refills are in amounts adequate to supply you with medication between scheduled visits.  Some as long as a
        year many as long as 6 months.  An office visit is usually, but not always, necessary for new prescriptions in 
        order to reduce error rates in prescribing.  Any request for refills must originate with you, the patient, and not third parties (in 
        or out-of-state pharmacies)
Can you just call me in a prescription without an appointment? 
        Medicines cannot be prescribed without a diagnosis.  It is difficult to make an accurate diagnosis over the phone.
How do I get a referral to a specialist?
        A referral to the appropriate specialist is made based on the doctor’s assessment at the time of your 
        office visit. 
How long will it take to get lab results?
        1-2 days depending on the time of day your blood is drawn.  In all cases you will be called about your results.  Sometimes 
        it is necessary to discuss detailed results in the office.  Never assume "No news is good news" when it comes to lab results.  
        If you haven't heard from our office within several days call the nurse for the results.  Copies of your lab results are always 
        available to you.
If I have to be admitted to the hospital which one are you affiliated with?
        Dr. Gruich conducts an ambulatory or walk-in clinic. If it is necessary to be hospitalized, hospital orders
        are written and immediately faxed from our office to the hospital of your choice.  While you  are in the office,
        Dr. Gruich personally calls and informs the doctor who will be caring for you in the hospital.  You will be
        admitted to the doctor of your choice on staff at the hospital.  If you prefer, Dr. Gruich coordinates 
        hospital care with several local physicians and he can choose for you the doctor who will conduct and         
        coordinate your care in the hospital.  When you are discharged, Dr. Gruich confers with the hospital doctor
        who also forwards copies of medical reports for his review.
What do I do if I have an emergency?
        Immediately pick up the phone and call 911 for an ambulance. Or, if you are able and capable, proceed to the 
        nearest Emergency Room.
Do you bill my insurance company?
        If you have BlueCross BlueShield, Select Administrative Services (SAS), Workmans' Comp, and Medicare, we will file your claim.  If you have other commercial insurance  we will file the claim on your behalf and you will be personally reimbursed per your policy by your insurance company which will forward the reimbursement directly to you.  

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Location
    • Dr. Gruich
    • Staff
  • ESPAÑOL
    • DOCTOR GRUICH
    • COSTO DE VISITA Y SEGURO
  • Appts/Insurance
  • Forms & Surveys
    • New Patients
    • Survey (All Visitors)
    • Survey (Established Patients)
  • BLOG
  • Resources
  • FAQs
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact
  • Telemed Visit