Do you take insurance?

Yes. We accept most insurance plans from the following providers:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield

• Harvard Pilgrim/Tufts (Point 32)

• MGB Health Plan

• Medicare

• MA Medicaid/ Mass Health/ Wellsense

• Tricare

• Unicare/GIC 

Do you take walk-ins?

Yes. You can walk-in or call us at 508-693-4400 to make a same-day or next-day appointment and avoid the wait.

What is the MVM Convenient Care Program?

We are a primary care practice dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to our Island community. Because there are no urgent care clinics on Martha’s Vineyard, we created the Convenient Care Program, as an addition to our primary care practice, so that you can get the help you need when you need it.

Convenient Care Fees apply only to our non-primary care patients. These fees support:

• Quality of Care: The revenue generated from these fees allows us to maintain high standards of care, invest in modern medical equipment, and attract skilled healthcare professionals.

• Operational Sustainability: These fees help cover operational costs, ensuring that our facility remains open and functional.

How much are your Convenient Care Fees?

• Weekly: $150

• Full-time Island residents*: $50 (May 1 - October 31); $0 (November 1 - April 30)

*Your drivers license has an Island address

Do you treat tick-borne illness?

Yes. Martha’s Vineyard has some of the highest rates of tick-borne illnesses, including Lyme disease, in the country, and alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-borne is rapidly emerged as another major concern. We have more experience than any other practice on the Island, and with our new Tick Center, we treat the whole-patient by combining traditional clinical medicine with a range of supportive integrative protocols.

Do you test for alpha-gal?

Yes. Alpha-gal cases have skyrocketed on Martha’s Vineyard over the past several years. Researchers are still working to understand how alpha-gal is transmitted, its long-term effects, and the most effective treatment options. We test for alpha-gal and our new Tick Center offers more supportive protocols than anywhere else on Martha’s Vineyard.

Do you test for Lyme Disease?

Yes. We are the only provider on the Island with a rapid Lyme screening test, allowing you to get preliminary results in approximately 15 minutes while you wait. We also offer both antibody and DNA testing through our partner Labcorp.

What do I do if I find a tick on me?

If it is attached, call us immediately. If it’s not attached and there’s no sign of a bite, remove the tick, kill it, and keep an eye out for symptoms.

How do you treat tick bites?

We test for a panle of tick-borne illness and treat most with antibiotics, such as doxycycline or amoxicillin.

When should I contact you if I find a tick on me?

If you find a tick or think you’ve found a tick on you, call us immediately. We can generally schedule you for a same-day appointment. Prophylactic treatment is most effective within 72 hours. 

Should I save the tick?

Yes. We encourage you to save the tick for identification and testing. There are multiple types of ticks on Martha’s Vineyard. We test for tick borne illness, but knowing the kind of tick can help. We can have the tick tested through our partner Tick Report.

What is doxy and when should I take it?

Doxycycline is an antibiotic that can be taken to treat Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses.

Do you do x-rays/imaging?

No. We do not have onsite x-rays or other imaging. For any imaging needs, we are able to send orders to Martha’s Vineyard Hospital or the facility of your choice.

Are you taking new patients?

**Yes! our waitlist has been cleared, and we are now accepting new patients.

Do you see kids?

Yes. Though we do not offering ongoing pediatric care, we do see children for most minor urgent care needs.

Do you do sports/school physicals?

Yes. We offer sports/school physicals, often with same day appointments if needed.

Do you draw blood?

Yes. We draw blood for our patients. We perform some bloodwork on site and send more complex tests to our partner Labcorp . 

What is Continuous Care Management (CCM) and how does it work?

CCM service is designed for patients with two or more chronic conditions (such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease) that are expected to last at least 12 months. Your personalized continuous care plan will be created just for you! If needed, we will provide you with a monitoring device, deliver it to your home, and instruct you how to use it. You can use this device to measure your vitals and share them with your care team. A member of your care team will reach out to you for a meeting to discuss these results each month.

Who is on my CCM team?

Your care team will consist of a pharmacist, nurse, and nutritionist who will work in conjunction with your primary care provider to provide medications, track and monitor your at home medical devices, and coordinate any adjustments that need to be made to optimize reaching your health goals.

How do I sign up for CCM?

To sign up for CCM, call our pharmacist, Amy, at 478-227-0684.