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Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

What’s the difference between Functional Medicine and Integrative Medicine?!

 

Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine looks at a root cause analysis of each problem with the goal to get to the source and fix the source.  It uses body fluids including blood, urine, stool, saliva, and hair to evaluate the biochemical makeup of an individual and diagnose imbalances. At Five Journeys, we focus on Functional Medicine and our own approach that includes five journeys. Your spiritual, emotional, structural, chemical, and social journey. For more information on our approach click here.

Integrative Medicine

Integrative Medicine is an approach that evaluates which modalities will be effective at leading to healing for an individual, and then uses providers from many different modalities to heal, including energy work, bodywork, chiropractic, herbs, etc.

Conclusion

Functional Medicine uses the approach of integrative medicine to ensure each patient is getting the most broadest and most effective treatment plan.

 

Interested in learning more about Functional Medicine and what we do at Five Journeys? Call (617) 934-6400.

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Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Genova’s SIBO Profiles are non-invasive breath tests which capture exhaled hydrogen (H2) and methane (CH4) gases following patient ingestion of a lactulose solution to evaluate bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Breath

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

COST

$85-$225 depending on insurance coverage. 

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of harmful mycotoxins (toxins produced by molds).

LOCATION PERFORMED

At Home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$699

INSURANCE

Fully covered by Medicare. Repeat test prices $249

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the genetic profile for multiple health indicators. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood Spot

COST

$319

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This company can test for lyme, babesia, bartonella and additional tick-borne illnesses. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

around $1600 (depends on panel selected)

INSURANCE

Fully covered by Medicare. May be reimbursed with PPO plans.
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of harmful mycotoxins (toxins produced by molds).

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$299

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates a wide range of environmental toxins that may be leading to harmful health effects.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$199

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted $30 discount given if done with mycotoxins.
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Blood work for blood count, urinalysis and vitamin levels.

LOCATION PERFORMED

BLOOD FLUID

Blood

NOTES

You often have to fast for these tests-please check your providers notes.

COST

Depending on the test, deductible or copay may apply.

INSURANCE

Depends on insurance coverage, deductible or copay may apply.
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

Glyphosate (“Round Up”) is a pesticide that is widely used and this test indicates the body’s levels.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Glutathione for 1 week, then bath or sauna.

COST

$99 ($69 if performed with mycotoxins or environmental toxins).

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted $30 discount given if done with mycotoxins or GPL Tox.
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates many measures including micronutrients, antioxidants, minerals, detox, overview of gut function, omegas and toxic exposure. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home.

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

$179 – $400

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

INSTRUCTIONS

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the gut function and indicates microbiome balance, overgrowth, infection, inflammation, parasites and digestive efficacy. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Stool

COST

$179-$425 depending on insurance coverage.

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

No probiotics for one week.

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the full menstrual cycle, female hormones, and adrenal profile.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Urine

COST

$160-$329

INSURANCE

Depending on insurance coverage. Fully covered by Medicare.

NOTES

Must be off hormones in order to do the testing.
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is specifically for a tick-borne illness called “Bartonella”.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

BLOOD FLUID

Blood

COST

$260

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test evaluates the presence of potentially harmful heavy metals stored in the body.  Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

SPECIMEN TYPE

Urine

COST

Testing: $79 x2 paid to Doctor’s Data
DMSA: $38 paid to Johnson’s Compounding Pharmacy

INSURANCE

Not covered by Insurance
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test measures saliva cortisol testing throughout the course of one day and informs us where there might be an adrenal imbalance.

LOCATION PERFORMED

At home

BLOOD FLUID

Saliva

COST

$80

INSURANCE

No insurance coverage

Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine
Functional Medicine vs. Integrative Medicine

WHY DO WE DO THIS TEST?

This test is designed to look at food sensitivities (IgG immune responses). It is available in both a 99 or 184 panel. Click here for more information.

LOCATION PERFORMED

In office

SPECIMEN TYPE

Blood

COST

$129-238

INSURANCE

No insurance accepted