Dr. Melissa Black, MD
DPC Family Medicine physician, Decatur, GA
Empower Family MedicineDr. Black started Empower Family Medicine in 2015 and is its sole physician, caring for adults age 60 and over.
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About Dr. Black
Dr. Black completed a family medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center in 2006. She spent nearly a decade as an assistant professor of medicine at Emory University School of Medicine before starting her own practice. She started Empower Family Medicine in 2015 and is its sole physician.
She describes her clinic as centered on doctor-patient relationships rather than administration or insurance demands. Membership is open to adults age 60 and over, and the practice does not provide pediatric or obstetrical care.
Membership and fees
The initial visit costs $180 and covers a complete history and physical and a plan of care.
After that, membership at Empower Family Medicine is $99 a month for adults age 60 and over, and it includes an annual physical, office follow-up visits as needed, and phone, messaging and virtual visits with the physician.
Labs, tests and imaging are not part of the monthly fee, and home visits for homebound members are available on a limited basis.
Fees vary by plan. Ask the practice.
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Patient reviews
"Has a reassuring presence and explains things clearly and takes the time to address every concern."
"Shares knowledgean and explain treatment options in a way that is easy for patients to understand."
Highly recommended.
"Dr. Black goes above and beyond to pay attention, make a precise diagnosis, and set up the required aftercare. Highly recommended."
A doctor who is well-connected
"A doctor who is well-connected, compassionate, and knowledgeable. exemplary care for those with complicated medical conditions. I am so grateful to find her."
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Black take insurance, or offer a membership?
Empower Family Medicine does not take medical insurance. It operates under a direct primary care model with a monthly membership fee.
How much does a membership at Empower Family Medicine cost?
The initial visit costs $180, and after that membership is $99 a month for adults age 60 and over. Labs, tests and imaging are not part of the monthly fee.
Where did Dr. Black train?
She completed a family medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center in 2006.
Does Dr. Black offer telehealth?
Membership includes direct telephone, messaging and online virtual visit access to the physician.
Who can join Dr. Black's practice?
Membership is open to adults age 60 and over.
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