To make your first visit most productive to all concerned, the following guide is provided.

Please come to your first appointment 15 minutes early to complete registration forms, etc. All adults must bring a photo identification (ID). A driver's license is preferred. A passport is acceptable. You'll need to furnish your social security number.

Remember to bring your insurance card with you. TriValley staff will scan or copy the card for your file.

Note: If you are an HMO patient, please telephone your insurance company (telephone number is on your insurance card) and give them the office number for the physician you will see. The office numbers are on the Insurance Plans Accepted page as part of the Practice Topics (see Link to Practice Topics tab). They also are available via Doctor look-ups on your insurance plan's website.

Bring the medication containers (bottles) of the drugs you are currently taking, including over the counter medications. These will be reviewed with you. Please let your physician know that you need a refill, as necessary.

Please come prepared to complete a form that details your past medical history. This will ask dates of meaningful medical events, such as operations you've had.

Request transfer of your records to your TriValley physician at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment, if possible. A form to request the records is provided with this office's mailing address (click here).

Please be prepared to pay your insurance plan's deductible, co-payment and co-insurance. If you are not covered by insurance or another payment plan, please be prepared to pay for the first visit. Cash and checks, and MasterCard, VISA, Discover (NOVUS), and STAR cards are accepted. If you are unable to pay for your initial visit, and need to make payment arrangements, please contact the office before your scheduled appointment.

For Children:

In addition to the above, please bring your child's social security number and immunization record with you. Note: Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for their first visit.

For All New Patients: Please see the Patient Forms section of the Practice Topics (via the Link to Practice Topics) for forms that you can read, complete and bring with you prior to your first visit.