Snow Family Medicine, LLC
2220 Plainfield Pike, Suite 101, Cranston, RI 02921
Phone: (401) 585-8500 • Fax: (401) 942-2200
www.snowfamilymedicine.com
Welcome to Snow Family Medicine!Dear Valued Patient,
Welcome to Snow Family Medicine! We are honored that you have chosen our practice for your healthcare needs. Our mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based care for the entire family in a respectful and patient-centered environment.
To help ensure a smooth and positive experience, we have outlined below our office policies and expectations. Please take a few moments to review this information.
📅 Office Hours & SchedulingRegular Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Friday appointments available by request until 2 PM.
Appointments: Please call or use the patient portal to schedule visits. We kindly ask that you arrive on time; patients arriving more than 10 minutes late may need to be rescheduled.
Cancellations: A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations may result in limited scheduling privileges.
📞 Communication & After-HoursPhone Calls & Messages: We return all voicemails within 1 business day. You may also reach us through the secure patient portal for non-urgent matters.
After-Hours Care: For urgent concerns outside business hours, you may press “4” when calling our main line to reach the on-call provider. Non-urgent requests, including refills and forms, will be addressed during normal office hours.
🔐 Medical Records & PrivacyRecords Requests: Must be made in writing and include a signed release form. Please allow up to 7 business days for processing.
Confidentiality: We follow all HIPAA regulations to protect your health information.
💳 Insurance, Billing & PaymentInsurance: We participate with most major insurance plans. It is your responsibility to verify coverage and copay details.
Payment: Copays and outstanding balances are due at the time of service. Self-pay patients are eligible for same-day discounted rates.
💊 Prescriptions & RefillsRoutine Refills: Please allow 48 hours for processing. Refills will not be completed after hours unless for life-sustaining medications.
Controlled Substances: Require regular follow-up visits and cannot be refilled early.
📄 Forms & Prior AuthorizationsDisability, Work & School Forms: May require up to 5 business days for completion. Some forms may incur a processing fee.
Prior Authorizations: Handled by our staff upon provider approval. We will keep you informed throughout the process.
🧼 Office EnvironmentWe maintain a clean and safe environment. Please supervise children and be respectful of staff and fellow patients.
Any threatening, aggressive, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the practice.
👩⚕️ Our Commitment to YouOur providers and staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. We strive to communicate clearly, address your concerns thoroughly, and partner with you to achieve your health goals.
If you have any questions about our policies, services, or your care plan, please don’t hesitate to ask. We are here for you and your family.
Thank you for choosing Snow Family Medicine. We look forward to building a long-lasting and trusted relationship with you.
Warmly,
Kristen A. Snow, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C
Owner & Clinic Director
Snow Family Medicine, LLC