CMG Forest Women's Center
Centra Health
CMG Forest Women's Center
Centra Medical Group Women’s Center, located in Forest, Virginia, was established in 1997 and joined the Centra Medical Group in 2009. Serving the Bedford and Lynchburg area, the Certified Nurse-Midwives at Centra Medical Group Women's Center are committed to providing the highest quality gynecologic (GYN) and obstetric (OBGYN) care to women of all ages. Patients are seen for routine appointments in our office in Forest and births are attended at The Birth Center at Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital. Our certified nurse-midwives provide gentle, personalized care for girls and women from puberty through menopause. Appointments are available for well-woman exams, pelvic pain, menstrual issues, birth control, infertility, hormone replacement, menopause symptoms, preconception, and pregnancy/postpartum care.
If you are a new patient or coming for your annual exam or first OB ultrasound visit:
What is a Certified Nurse-Midwife?
Midwives are Advanced Practice Providers specifically trained in the care of women in both nursing and midwifery. Nurse-midwives are licensed to provide prenatal care and perform deliveries, but also provide gynecologic care from adolescence to menopause. Teaching women how to prevent disease and maintain good health throughout their lives is at the core of nurse-midwifery care. Nurse-midwives believe in each individual woman's freedom to experience pregnancy in a safe, satisfying and supportive environment. It is the hope and philosophy of nurse-midwives to provide loving, educated and competent prenatal (OB) care.
What services does a Certified Nurse-Midwife offer?
Gynecology Care
- Pap smear
- Pelvic Exam
- Breast Exam
- Contraception
- Menstrual Irregularity
- Vaginal Infections/STD Diagnosis & Treatment
- PMS/PMDD (Premenstrual Syndrome/Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
- Menopausal Disorders
- Infertility
Obstetrical Care
- Preconception Care
- Prenatal Care
- CenteringPregnancy (more information below)
- Labor Support
- Deliveries attended at Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital
- Postpartum Care and Support
On-site Medical Services
- Well Woman Annual Exams inclusive of Pap Smears
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care
- CenteringPregnancy Program
- Labor & Post-partum Support
- Deliveries at The Birth Center at Virginia Baptist Hospital
- Social Support for Cesarean Delivery
- All Family Planning Methods
- STD Testing and Counseling
- Preconception Counseling
- Mammogram Referral
- Osteoporosis Evaluation and Counseling
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Vaginitis
- Menopausal Care
- 24/7 MD Consultation and Collaboration
Transfer Patients
Pregnant patients who have established care elsewhere and wish to be seen at our office must provide complete copies of their prenatal records prior to making their first appointment for approval. Please contact your current provider to sign the required release forms and have them sent to us at least 2 weeks prior to needing your next prenatal appointment.
Telephone Calls
Calls received during office hours will be directed to leave a message and a practitioner or nurse will return your call within 24 hours. If you think you may be in labor or have an urgent pregnancy-related question, please indicate so to our receptionist. After hours you may page our midwife on call by dialing 434.200.7475. Enter 2762 and the number you would like to be called. In case of a life-threatening emergency and you cannot contact a practitioner immediately, go directly to the emergency department, or call 9-1-1.
Medication and Prescription Refills
Contact your pharmacy to request your prescription refill(s). The pharmacy will then submit a request to our office. If your prescription requires provider approval, you must make a request for a refill before your prescription runs out. We cannot guarantee refills on prescriptions and your provider may also request that you be seen by appointment before a prescription can be refilled. Routine prescriptions will not be refilled on weekends or after hours.
Insurance and Payments
Our office participates in most commercial insurance plans. Many insurance companies require copayments as part of your coverage agreement. Copayments, including outstanding amounts owed, are due upon check-in. Please bring your insurance card(s) and a photo ID to each appointment so that we can confirm that we have the most up-to-date information in our records. This will also ensure your claims are filed properly.
Should you have any billing questions, please contact Customer Service.
Centra's Customer Service Telephone Number: 434-200-3777 or 877-908-8707
Customer Service Fax Number: 434.200.6478
Important Emails: Billing.info@centrahealth.com
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