Frequently asked questions

WHAT DO INTERNISTS DO?

An internist is a family doctor for adults. In the U.S., they diagnose and treat 90% of all patient problems.

 Internists don’t limit their practice to specific organ systems, instead treating all conditions and, when necessary, working closely with providers of sub-specialties to coordinate care for special or complicated problems. 

Internists practice disease prevention and health maintenance in addition to treating illness. They treat the whole patient, taking into account all their medical, social and mental health concerns.

WHY SHOULD I HAVE AN INTERNIST AS A FAMILY PHYSICIAN?

Studies show that internists provide care equal to that of subspecialities, resulting in high patient satisfaction and more effective use of hospitals, testing, procedures and technology.

WHO ARE YOUR SERVICES FOR?

We care for individuals from early adulthood through old age. 

HOW DO I TRANSFER MY MEDICAL RECORDS TO IA?

You can have your medical records sent to us before your first visit. All that your current physician should require is a signed request/consent from you (“Please transfer my medical records to…”) and our name and address. To request a transfer of your records, a form can also be completed at either our office or through your current physician’s office.

HOW FAR AHEAD SHOULD I CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?

It depends on what kind of appointment you need.

New patients are scheduled in the first available new-patient opening for the physician you request.

Annual physical exams and follow-up appointments for chronic medical problems should be scheduled as you are checking out, but they also may be scheduled by phone or email.

If you are ill or have an urgent medical problem, we will make every effort to schedule you to come in on the day you call.

WHAT IF MY QUESTION ISN'T ANSWERED HERE?

We welcome your call or message!

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Royale Professional Court

1910 W Royale Drive
Muncie, Indiana 47304

765-289-1011
Fax: 765-289-3024

Hours

8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday

For your convenience, the lab opens at 7 a.m. Monday-Friday.

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• Email us: support@internistsassociated.com

• Contact your nurse through our Patient Portal
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