Intravenous medication is an important part of treatment for a variety of chronic illnesses, including autoimmune, neurological, gastrointestinal, and even dermatological conditions.
Administering these medications requires a patient to make routine visits – sometimes as frequently as every week – to a hospital or infusion center where each treatment can last 1-3 hours or sometimes up to half a day. Getting regular infusions at a hospital can be time-consuming and expensive, so receiving these services at a dedicated clinic can save both time and money for patients.
The infusion center at WWMG’s Rheumatology clinic on Hoyt in Everett offers patients the comfort and convenience of a clinic setting with the affordability, high quality treatment, and customer service that our patients expect and deserve.
WWMG Infusion Center Offers Patients Cost Savings
WWMG’s outpatient infusion center is much less expensive than receiving treatment at a hospital. We have dedicated staff to do prior authorizations on insurance approvals, so we can tell patients what it will cost them out of pocket before they come.
Patients might be pleasantly surprised by the convenience, time, and money saved by getting infusions at a clinic location. Some infusions that take half a day at a hospital may be done in as little as 30 minutes at our center (does not apply to all types of infusions). In addition to saving time, our infusion center location offers free parking.
Conditions Treated by Infusion Medications
Infusion therapy is used to treat a variety of health conditions, including:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Lupus
- Vasculitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ulcerative colitis & Crohn’s disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Dermatology issues – psoriasis and other systemic conditions
- Thyroid eye disease
Hospital vs Clinic Infusion Centers
Western Washington Medical Group has its own dedicated outpatient infusion center at our Everett Rheumatology clinic – that offers patients an affordable, efficient, and friendly alternative to a hospital environment.
Our state-of-the-art equipment allows us to provide a high level of care to support our patients’ health.
WWMG’s infusion center location is staffed by registered nurses, and we always have a provider onsite. This allows us to answer patients’ questions or address issues that may come up, such as a reaction to medication or an unrelated medical emergency.
In a hospital setting, patients may never see the same nurse or doctor twice when returning for subsequent infusions. Because our providers are the same for each visit, WWMG’s infusion centers can offer patients consistency and continuity of care.
Infusion Center Treatment
During an infusion treatment, the patient is seated in a comfortable chair, a needle is inserted into one of their veins, and an IV is given to administer the appropriate medication for their condition.
Patients can opt for a private room. But many enjoy the shared space – some patients strike up conversations during their appointments that grow into friendships where they schedule subsequent appointments together like gym buddies.
WWMG’s Everett Rheumatology clinic has two patient infusion chairs. This small, patient-centered settings guarantee personalized attention from our staff. Patients can request a private space if needed.
At the infusion location, patients have free parking and Wi-Fi, plus snacks in the case of low blood sugar. We aim to make the infusion experience both comfortable and easy for our patients.
WWMG Infusion Center Locations
If you’re suffering from a chronic disease or autoimmune disorder, infusion therapy may be able to help you. The WWMG outpatient infusion center is located in Everett at:
4225 Hoyt Ave, Suite C, Everett WA 98203
Hours: Weds. 8am to 4pm
To schedule call (425) 252-8375
If you have a referral, contact us to schedule your infusion appointment today. If you need one, call us or ask your prescribing provider for a referral to WWMG’s Rheumatology Infusion Center. We look forward to supporting you in good health.