FAQ

High Country Wellness provides hormone optimization, weight optimization, and medical wellness services in Boone, North Carolina and throughout the High Country region.

Frequently Asked Questions

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We require 48 hours’ notice for all cancellations. Appointments cancelled within 48 hours are subject to a $75 fee. Missed or “no show” initial consultations incur a $75 fee, with the remaining prepayment applied to a rescheduled visit. Missed follow-up appointments incur a $75 fee.

All appointments require prepayment. We accept major credit and debit cards including HSA/FSA cards. There is a $50 fee for any returned payments. We do not accept personal checks.

All purchases are final. Initial consultation fees and treatment packages are nonrefundable.

Hormone optimization supports balanced hormone levels to improve energy, metabolism, mood, sleep, and overall vitality. At High Country Wellness in Boone, NC, we take a personalized, whole-body approach to long-term wellness.

Our approach focuses on optimization, prevention, and balance in addition to symptom-based care. Treatment plans are personalized and guided by lifestyle, lab insights, and individual wellness goals.

Hormone optimization may benefit adults experiencing low energy, weight resistance, brain fog, poor sleep, mood changes, perimenopause/menopause symptoms, erectile dysfunction, or reduced libido.

We use a comprehensive consultation, lifestyle review, and specialized lab testing to identify hormone imbalances and metabolic patterns affecting overall wellness.

Testosterone optimization supports healthy testosterone levels to promote strength, energy, mental clarity, metabolism, and libido. Care is carefully personalized and monitored for balance and safety.

No. Testosterone plays an important role in both men’s and women’s health. Optimization may be appropriate for either when guided by lab testing and clinical evaluation.

Medical weight optimization addresses hormones, metabolism, and lifestyle factors rather than focusing only on calorie restriction. Our Boone, NC wellness clinic emphasizes sustainable fat loss and metabolic health.

When appropriate, medications may be included as part of a comprehensive metabolic plan. Medications are always paired with lifestyle and nutrition support.

High Country Wellness is a self-pay wellness practice and does not accept insurance. This allows us to provide personalized care without insurance limitations.

Many services may be eligible for HSA or FSA use. We recommend confirming eligibility with your plan administrator.

Yes. All hormone optimization and wellness programs are individualized based on your labs, goals, and lifestyle.

Schedule a consultation through our website or contact our Boone, NC office to begin your personalized wellness journey.

GLP-1 Weight Optimization FAQs

GLP-1 medications support metabolic health by helping regulate appetite, blood sugar response, and satiety. They are commonly used in medical weight optimization programs to support sustainable fat loss and improved metabolic balance

GLP-1 medications work by enhancing feelings of fullness, reducing food cravings, and supporting healthier blood sugar regulation. When combined with lifestyle and nutrition support, they can help improve long-term weight management.

No. At High Country Wellness, GLP-1 medications are used as part of a comprehensive wellness plan that includes nutrition guidance, lifestyle support, and metabolic optimization.

GLP-1 medications may be appropriate for adults who struggle with weight resistance, appetite regulation, or metabolic imbalance. Eligibility is determined through a consultation and medical evaluation.

When prescribed appropriately and monitored by experienced providers, GLP-1 medications are considered safe for many individuals. Ongoing check-ins and adjustments help ensure safety and effectiveness.

Treatment duration varies. Some individuals use GLP-1 medications short-term to support metabolic reset, while others may benefit from longer-term use depending on goals and response.

No. GLP-1 medications are a tool, not a substitute for healthy habits. Long-term success depends on nutrition, movement, stress management, and metabolic health.

High Country Wellness is a self-pay practice and does not accept insurance. Our team will review pricing and options during your consultation.

Yes. High Country Wellness offers GLP-1–supported medical weight optimization in Boone, NC, serving the High Country and surrounding areas.