Archives: FAQ

Are birth control pills really bad for you?

October 15, 2019

Birth Control pills are really good for those that want/need them. They are FAR more effective than abstinence or condoms for preventing unplanned pregnancies. They can be used to treat acne, anemia, bad cramps, PCOS. They can be used to turn off your periods Did you know that you can skip your periods??? As Dr. Berg pointed […]

I love Pandia’s mission. How can I help those in need?

August 11, 2019

Thank you for your generosity! Pandia enables donations via the Pandia Health Birth Control Fund (sponsored by the Center for Policy Analysis). We welcome all levels of giving.

I love what Pandia does! Do you have a referral program?

Yes, we have a referral program for patients, organizations, and campus reps. If you are interested in participating, please contact [email protected].

I’m a non-profit organization. How can we partner?

We currently partner with pro-women, pro-health non-profits in a variety of ways. Donation via referral code tracking is one possibility. For more information, contact [email protected].

I’m a doctor or doctor’s office. How can we work together?

Pandia Health was founded by a doctor who understands firsthand the medical office experience. We endeavor to reduce frantic, last-minute birth control refill requests to keep your admin efforts down while also helping your patients stay compliant with their monthly medications. You can e-prescribe to our partner pharmacy and recommend our service to your patients. […]

Does Pandia share information with my primary care physician?

If you would like us to share information, we can send a copy of the prescription and medical records upon request.

Will my parents be alerted because I’m on their insurance?

It depends. In California, one option is to submit this form at least 2 weeks prior to having Pandia process your medication in order to maintain privacy. In general, medications are not listed on Explanation of Benefits (EOB) statements which are sent to the primary insurance holder after any services are rendered. However, if you are concerned, […]

Does Pandia share my information with anyone?

We only share your information with the minimum number of people possible to do our job according to the HIPAA laws.

Are my records kept private?

All health records are kept private and we employ robust encryption methods to protect your personal information. We adhere to the US government-mandated standards of HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996).

Does Pandia replace my primary care physician?

No. We recommend that you have a primary care physician for all your health concerns to provide a continuity of care across medical conditions. The doctors on the Pandia team function primarily to provide birth control. We recommend a pap smear every 3 years starting at age 21. If you are sexually active, we recommend […]

Can I talk to the same doctor again in the future?

Our doctors take shifts and work as a team, so you may not always speak with the same doctor. We do our best to accommodate consistency to provide you a streamlined experience.

Can I still talk to a doctor even if I just want to transfer an existing prescription?

You won’t need to speak to one of our doctors to transfer an existing prescription. Our doctors only communicate with patients who use our telemedicine service.