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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I also tried to become an OB patient at Bloom and was “rejected” - but I don’t think it’s so much an evaluation of the patient as they are looking at the other patients they already have with due dates around the same time to ensure they are able to provide good support to everyone.  That was my impression anyway, and I thought it made sense. I was looking to switch in my second trimester and I think they already had a full schedule of patients with similar due dates. [/quote]

Bloom patient here, yes, that was my impression as well.  The doctors convene to talk about potential patients and look at the roster, then decide.  I don't think it's them all sitting around choosing based on other factors. [/quote]

Most OB’s have generally have that. I specifically asked if that was what they were looking at and was told it’s a “comprehensive look at me as  patient.” Like what is that supposed to mean? They also told me on our phone call in the first 30 seconds that there’s a fee and that “may deter me”. Again, excuse me? Do I sound poor on the phone? Really really bad etiquette and a horrible experience for someone new to the area just trying to find a doctor who could deliver my baby. OB care shouldn’t be treated as a private country club in this country. [/quote]

That is so freaking rude, PP. I am outraged for you.

I inquired about becoming a patient a few years ago right after Bloom opened and they noted a $100 "administration" fee annually. It's not covered by insurance. So they basically want to be a concierge medical office. I passed as I pay a lot for health insurance and was not willing to swallow another pointless $100 fee for which they had no explanation. 
Foxhall is excellent- check them out![/quote]

That doesn't have to be explained that way - I pay a fee for One Medical to be my primary care doc, and I've always felt welcomed there. It's nice, but it doesn't have a bad vibe like that. The fee in my mind just gives me access to appointments same/next day and really responsive admin staff. [/quote]

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