Medical Weight Loss - Fishkill

Medical Practice

200 Westage Business Center Dr.
Suite 230
Fishkill, NY 12524

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FAQs 

  • Who will I work with from the medical weight loss team? 
    Medical weight loss at Nuvance Health is a structured program where you will have frequent visits with:
  • How will medical weight loss help me lose weight?    

    Our team will develop a personal weight loss plan that addresses nutrition, lifestyle, behavior and exercise.


    We also prescribe anti obesity medication when clinically appropriate and indicated. You may expect to lose 5-10% of your weight and sometimes even more – within a six month time frame.  Results are unique for each patient 

  • Is this a bariatric surgery program?  

    This is not a surgical weight loss program. However, if you are considering weight loss surgery or have had weight loss surgery already, then you are also a great candidate for our program. The team collaborates closely with bariatric surgery specialists at Vassar Brothers Medical Center.

  • Are the office visits covered by insurance?   

    The program qualifies for Medicare Intensive Behavioral Therapy for weight loss. All visits are regular medical office visits and subject to specialist co-pays, deductibles and co-insurance.

  • Will they order lab testing?  

    Your provider will do a detailed review of your most recent labs and decide if further lab assessments are needed.
  • What other testing is included?   

    Our team may provide:

    A referral for resting metabolic rate testing: An advanced cardiac risk assessment with the Nuvance Health cardiovascular disease prevention program.

  • Will they collaborate with my specialists?   

    Our providers communicate regularly with your healthcare team and office notes are copied directly to them following each visit.
  • Are medications covered by insurance?  

    Not all insurances cover weight loss medication. The team works with you to find the most affordable options.