About My Practice

The Health and Recovery Institute of Central Florida is a medical practice I have created to serve patients who wish to overcome chemical dependency. In addition, I am also available for consultations, training and education for patients and staff.

For an appointment, call (407) 895-6846 and leave message with your name, day(s)/time(s) requested, and a number where you can be reached. To insure your confidentiality, please indicate if it's OK to leave a message.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Medical Information:
For your first appointment, it would be helpful for you to bring previous medical records, evaluations, medications, laboratory tests, and/or results of drug screens if available. If you need detoxification, please call so I can direct you to the appropriate facility.

Financial Policy:
Payment is expected at the time of service in the form of cash, check, and credit cards unless other arrangements have been made. A $25.00 fee applies to all returned checks. Check draft payment plans can be arranged for an additional fee.

Medical Insurance:
At this time we are phasing out our contracts with all insurance companies (see right margin). Please remember that you are responsible for any payment at the time of service. We will assist you in obtaining reimbursement through any out-of-network benefits you may have.

You will be supplied with the information necessary to assist you in filing a claim. Your reimbursement may not cover the full cost of your studies or physician services. Regardless of insurance, payment remains your personal responsibility.

MEDICARE/MEDICAID: we don't accept Medicaid and do not participate in Medicare. Payment is due at the time of service.

Cancellations:
I see patients by appointment only. If you are unable to keep your appointment, please notify me as early as possible, so that I’ll be able to offer the time to another patient.

E-mail communication:
Because e-mail is not a secure communication tool, you may want to keep your inquiries general in nature.

Notice of Privacy Practices
You may request a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices by calling the office and asking that a copy be sent to you in the mail or asking for one at the time of your next appointment.

I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in your recovery.

Hector D. Barreto, MD, MPH