Frequently Asked Questions
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Thrive Revival is a 100% remote concierge primary-care and functional-medicine practice led by Dr. Ammie Kahl, DNP, FNP-BC — a California-licensed 104 Nurse Practitioner with full practice authority and an endocrinology specialty. Here to serve and provide you with the care you deserve.
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Busy professionals, families, and any health seeker who wants personalized, holistic, root-cause care without office visits, insurance hassles, or long wait times — especially for diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormone optimization, weight management, and longevity.
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Yes — all visits are via secure video or phone. No in-person appointments ever.
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Currently: California only (full practice authority as a 104 NP). Expansion to additional states via individual licensure is in progress (Arizona pending). You must be physically located in California (or a licensed state) at the time of your visit.
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No — we are cash-pay only for faster, higher-quality care. Superbills are provided upon request for visits (you may submit them to your insurance for possible reimbursement). Labs and diagnostics are ordered through third parties — you can use your insurance there when applicable.
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Annual Membership – $2,200 annually (paid upfront) for the primary member.
Monthly Membership – $275 per month (auto-renews) for the primary member
Family Pricing (25% discount) – Additional members (spouse or child under 27): $1,650/year or $206.25/month each.
For members, 30-minute phone or video calls: $100 per session
Lab-only (98+ biomarkers): $500 one-time (convert to membership within 30 days → full $500 credited)
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Securely through Elation Health (our HIPAA-compliant EHR). Credit card, ACH, or Apple/Google Pay. Annual and monthly plans auto-renew.
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Yes! All fees are qualified medical expenses under IRS guidelines. Many patients pay with their HSA debit card or submit receipts for reimbursement.
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Monthly membership: 30 days written notice required. No partial-month refunds.
Annual membership: Non-refundable for first 90 days. After 90 days, pro-rated refund of unused months minus a $450 administrative/close-out fee.
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30-minute video discovery call
If we’re a fit → review and sign the agreement/contract forms and submit payment.
Complete advanced labs + 60-minute deep-dive intake
Receive personalized root-cause plan
Ongoing remote support
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Quest Diagnostics, LabCorp, Genova Diagnostics, GI-MAP, MicroGenDX, SimonMed, Prenuvo, Galleri, and others — all gold-standard functional labs.
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Review all biomarkers here: labs
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Review all biomarkers here: labs
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Yes — within California NP scope (including hormone replacement therapy). Controlled substances require state-specific rules.
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I provide direct referrals and coordinate care. If you have an emergency, you can go to the nearest ER or call 911.
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Yes — all records and messaging are in Elation Health (HIPAA-compliant EHR). Payments are processed securely. See our Privacy Policy and HIPAA Notice.
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