Frequently Asked Questions

What type of doctor is Dr. Tunney?

Dr. Tunney is a board certified family medicine physician with over 15 years of experience in a variety of medical settings from large academic centers such as Mayo Clinic to underserved areas in NYC’s inner city.

I have never heard of Family Medicine; what kind of doctor are they?

Family physicians can see all members of the family from babies to children and adolescents, men and women of all ages, and elderly patients.

Family doctors also train in OBGYN, geriatrics, pediatrics and so can provide a wide range of additional services for patients. For example, Dr. Tunney can:

  • See patients of all ages and stages

  • Provide routine preventive care for all patients

  • Provide gynecological care including routine annual GYN exam, contraception counseling and management including IUD insertion, removal, Implanon/Nexplanon implantation & removal, Depo-Provera etc

  • Remove benign skin lesions

  • Suture cuts and wounds

  • See patients when they are sick or injured (vs going to urgent care/ER)

  • Provide mental health care from evaluation to treatment

  • Provide palliative care and end of life support

Can a family physician also be a primary care provider?

Yes, absolutely!

Primary care, gynecologist, urgent care, mental health provider all in one!

How is Dr. Tunney’s practice different from other primary care practices?

At Carol Tunney Medical, Dr. Tunney charges the patient directly for any services that SHE provides. For example, Visits/consultations with Dr. Tunney. As with all doctors, you may need to have lab work done, or imaging or be referred to AT Carol Tunney Medical, Dr. Tunney charges the patient directly for any services that SHE provides. For example, Visits/consultations with Dr. Tunney

As with all doctors, you may need to have lab work done, or imaging or be referred to a specialist physician. For these services a patient would use their health insurance in the usual way.a specialist physician. For these services a patient would use their health insurance in the usual way.

How much does it cost to see Dr. Tunney?

Visit prices vary based on time and complexity. When you are booking an appointment, you will be told in advance the cost of the appointment. The appointment cost will not change from the price you are given at booking.

Is it possible to get my insurance to cover the cost of the visit?

Yes, it is possible. Depending on your insurance coverage and your out of network benefits you may be able to submit a superbill for insurance reimbursement.

What is a superbill?

A superbill is a receipt provided to you by Carol Tunney Medical which includes details of the services provided to you and the amount that you paid to Carol Tunney Medical.

Does Dr. Tunney do virtual visits?

Yes absolutely.

Does Dr. Tunney do home visits?

Yes, absolutely.

Why would I choose a doctor that I have to pay directly?

Excellent question. There are several reasons our patients choose to join are practice including:

  • Easy access to timely appointments- typically our patients are seen within 1-2 days of requesting an appointment.

  • Excellent communication – our office staff and Dr. Tunney communicate regularly and directly with patients. If you have a question or concern you will have a direct line of contact to Dr. Tunney

  • More time- all visits with Dr. Tunney are unrushed. At Carol Tunney Medical, we believe that the patient physician relationship is one of the cornerstones of providing excellent patient care. That relationship takes time. Time to fully understand the patient’s health history, their social circumstances, stressors and lifestyle all of which contribute to wellness. Developing trust in a physician takes time also. As a result, our appointments are significantly longer than primary care physicians locally.

  • Continuity- you will only see Dr. Tunney when you schedule an appointment. This continuity over time allows Dr. Tunney to build a deep understanding of your health from a holistic standpoint. This helps Dr. Tunney to better advocate for you with specialist physicians and better optimize your health.

  • Co-ordination and communication with other physicians on your medical team