Below are answers to common questions about our care model, membership structure, and clinical approach.
How does pricing work? We offer two plans: a membership at a flat monthly rate and a fee for service plan. Both can be cancelled at anytime. You can also switch plans at any time.
Are labs covered by insurance? They can be billed to insurance. If interested, we offer deeply discounted labs for those who prefer cash pay which is significantly cheaper than going through insurance when you have a high deductible to meet.
Are hormones part of every plan? No. We can discuss alternatives during your consultation and tailor your plan based on goals, labs, and clinical fit.
Will you treat obesity in men? What about in ages that are not midlife?
Yes. Although my primary focus is perimenopause and midlife women’s health, I do treat obesity in men and in adults outside the midlife range. Prices are the same.
Is this practice only for women? While my clinical focus centers on women’s midlife health—I welcome all adults who would benefit from my expertise.
If you’re unsure whether your concerns fit within my scope, you’re always welcome to reach out by sending an inquiry through the Contact Us page.
Do you offer hormone pellets? No. We do not use pellets due to their difficulty in dosing and tendency to cause supraphysiological hormone levels, which may lead to adverse effects.
Why don't you accept insurance?
Services are offered outside the insurance system to support extended visit times, comprehensive evaluations, and specialized care that cannot be delivered within standard insurance‑based time and billing structures.
What’s Not Included in Membership Cost?
Medications, Labs, Imaging
Is Younique enrolled with Medicaid, Medicare, or commercial insurance? Younique does not participate in Medicare, Medicaid, or commercial insurance networks and operates out‑of‑network for all payers.
Do you treat obesity in adolescents?
My primary focus is perimenopause and midlife women’s health, however, I do have experience treating obesity in adolescents. If you’re seeking care for an adolescent, please send an inquiry through the Contact Us page. I may be able to offer support depending on availability and clinical fit
I want an expensive brand drug (e.g., Zepbound, Wegovy). What should I do? Verify with your insurer before your appointment whether the medication is covere and if the prior auth can be done by an out of network provider. Often this is the case with PPO but policies but it varies by insurer. HMO and many managed-care plans will not accept prior auth requests from out-of-netowrk prescribers. If your insurance does not cover the medication you need, Younique will discuss cash‑pay or alternative options during the visit.
Do you offer care just for PCOS?
Although my primary focus is perimenopause and midlife women’s health, I may be able to see a patient solely for PCOS depending on clinical fit and availability. If you’re interested in PCOS‑focused care, please reach out through the Contact Us page. Prices would be the same.
Will Younique provide cost estimates? Yes. Younique will provide upfront estimates for cash‑pay labs, cash‑pay medications, wholesale‑price generics, and compounded meds. These are estimates only and not guarantees. Younique cannot determine a patient’s out‑of‑pocket cost if services or medications are billed through the patient’s insurer.
Whose responsibility is it to verify insurance coverage? It is the patient’s responsibility to confirm plan benefits prior to enrollment or requesting services to be billed to insurance. Younique does not contact insurers to verify benefits for individual members.
Where should I find membership policies before enrolling? The patient agreement is provided during registration. Review these policies before joining and contact Younique with questions prior to enrollment.
Do you work with a dietician? For those interested, I provide referrals to a partnered virtual registered dietician company. They are typically fully covered by insurance.
Does this replace my doctor(s)? No, Dr. Podgurecki is not a replacement for any of your doctors. She is supplemental to them with advanced training in obesity and mid life care.