Acute Illness Care
Whitfield Family Practice provides acute illness care for the whole family at our Decatur, Alabama office inside the Med-Surg Clinic. We provide acute illness care for conditions like colds, flu, sinus infections, ear infections, and other short-term illnesses. Same-day appointments are often available so you can be seen quickly when you’re not feeling well.
Because we treat patients from 9 months to 90 years of age, acute illness care is available for every member of the family, from a child with an ear infection to an adult with the flu. Our providers, Dr. Amber Whitfield, MD, Liz Berry, PA-C, and Chase Fortune, CRNP, along with our team of experienced nurses and office staff, work to get you seen and feeling better as quickly as possible.
You can schedule a visit by calling our office at (256) 686-3456, texting our secure, HIPAA-compliant line at (256) 686-9399, or emailing contact@whitfieldfp.com. We recommend calling ahead to check same-day availability.
We accept most major insurance plans, including BCBS of AL, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, United Health Care, Cigna, Cigna Healthspring, Aetna, and Humana. Please call our office for the most up-to-date information on accepted plans.
Whitfield Family Practice is proud to serve patients from Decatur, Priceville, Trinity, Somerville, Danville, Hartselle, Falkville, Madison, Huntsville, and throughout Morgan County and North Alabama. Our office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. When you’re not feeling well, our goal is to treat you like family and get you seen quickly and cared for close to home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be seen for an acute illness like a cold or the flu?
Yes, we provide acute illness care for conditions like colds, flu, sinus infections, ear infections, and other short-term illnesses. Same-day appointments are often available so you can be seen quickly when you’re not feeling well.
Do you offer acute illness care for both children and adults?
Yes. We treat patients from 9 months to 90 years, so acute illness care is available for every member of the family.
Who provides acute illness care at Whitfield Family Practice?
Our providers include Dr. Amber Whitfield, MD, Liz Berry, PA-C, and Chase Fortune, CRNP, supported by a team of experienced nurses and office staff.
Do you offer same-day appointments for acute illness?
Yes, same-day appointments are often available. We recommend calling ahead to check availability for your visit.
How do I schedule an acute illness visit?
Call us at (256) 686-3456, text us at (256) 686-9399 (a secure, HIPAA-compliant line), or email contact@whitfieldfp.com to schedule.
What insurance do you accept for acute illness visits?
We accept most insurance plans, including BCBS of AL, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, United Health Care, Cigna, Cigna Healthspring, Aetna, and Humana. Please call our office for the most up-to-date information on accepted plans.
What areas do you serve for acute illness care?
We proudly welcome patients from Decatur, Priceville, Trinity, Somerville, Danville, Hartselle, Falkville, Madison, Huntsville, and throughout Morgan County and North Alabama.
What are your office hours for acute illness visits?
We are open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Our office is closed Saturday and Sunday.
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