Frequently Asked
Questions

No referral is required for most patients. You can schedule directly using the online scheduling link. If your specific insurance plan requires a referral from a primary care physician, please check with your insurer before your visit.

Please bring a valid photo ID, your insurance card, a list of current medications and supplements, any relevant prior medical records or imaging, and completed new patient forms if you received them in advance. Arriving 10–15 minutes early for your first visit is recommended.

Yes. The office team can help coordinate medical record transfers from your previous provider. Contact the Lapeer office at (810) 969-4670 for assistance with record requests.

The easiest way is to use the online scheduling link available on every page of this website. You can also call directly: Lapeer office (810) 969-4670, Rochester Hills office (248) 923-3522. Online scheduling is available 24/7.

Choose based on your location and schedule. The Lapeer office at 1245 N Main St, Lapeer, MI 48446 is open Monday through Thursday and is the primary location for in-office procedures and surgical consultations. The Rochester Hills office at 2710 S Rochester Rd, Suite 2, Rochester Hills, MI 48307 offers in-person appointments on Fridays and telehealth on Mondays. See the How to Access Care section for full details on what each location offers.

The Lapeer office is open Monday through Thursday by appointment. The Rochester Hills office sees in-person patients on Fridays and telehealth patients on Mondays. The online scheduling tool will display current availability for both locations.

Most major insurance plans are accepted. A full list is available on the Patient Resources page. To confirm your specific plan, call the Lapeer office at (810) 969-4670 or Rochester Hills at (248) 923-3522.

Most patients do not need a referral. However, some insurance plans (typically HMO plans) require a referral from a primary care physician before a specialist visit is covered. Please check with your insurer if you are unsure.

Please contact the office directly to discuss self-pay or uninsured patient options. Call the Lapeer office at (810) 969-4670 to speak with the billing team before your visit.

Your first visit will include a thorough review of your medical history and current symptoms, a physical or gynecologic exam as appropriate, and a clear discussion of any findings and recommended next steps. Dr. Andrei will take the time to answer your questions and explain everything in plain language. See the full step-by-step journey on the Patient Resources page.

You will always be seen by Dr. Andrei. Lapeer Women’s Health is a single-physician practice. Your appointment is with Dr. Andrei — not a nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or other provider substituting for her.

Yes. In-office gynecologic ultrasound, including transvaginal ultrasound, is available at Lapeer Women’s Health. If imaging is indicated at your visit, it can often be performed the same day — no separate imaging appointment needed.

New patient appointments are typically scheduled for more time than follow-up visits. Plan for approximately 45 to 60 minutes for your first visit. You will not feel rushed — Dr. Andrei takes the time that each visit requires.

Yes. Dr. Andrei performs robotic and laparoscopic gynecologic surgery at McLaren Lapeer Hospital, McLaren Flint Hospital, and Henry Ford Rochester Hospital. If your evaluation leads to a surgical recommendation, you do not need a separate referral to a surgeon — Dr. Andrei handles your care from diagnosis through surgery and recovery.

Dr. Andrei performs a full range of minimally invasive gynecologic procedures including robotic hysterectomy, laparoscopic hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometriosis excision, ovarian cyst removal, prolapse repair, endometrial ablation, LEEP, cold knife conization, colposcopy, tubal ligation, and vulvar and vaginal procedures. See all surgical procedures.

Recovery varies by procedure. Many patients return to light activity within a few days and resume normal daily routines within 1–2 weeks. More extensive procedures such as robotic hysterectomy typically involve 2–4 weeks before returning to full activity. Your specific recovery timeline will be discussed at your pre-surgical appointment.

Absolutely. Dr. Andrei welcomes patients who are seeking a second opinion before proceeding with a surgery recommended elsewhere. A second opinion is always appropriate before any elective surgical procedure.

Yes. Telehealth visits are available for qualifying appointments including follow-up care, medication management, results review, and certain consultations. The Rochester Hills office specifically offers Monday telehealth availability.

Any visit that requires a physical exam, pelvic exam, Pap smear, in-office ultrasound, or an in-office procedure must be done in person. New patient visits that include a full gynecologic evaluation also typically require an in-person appointment.

Most major insurance plans cover telehealth visits, though coverage rules vary. Please verify telehealth coverage with your insurer before your virtual appointment.

Yes. Dr. Andrei does not deliver babies or manage obstetric care. Every patient, every appointment, and every surgery is gynecologic. That focus means deeper expertise, more time per patient, and a clinical environment built entirely around women’s reproductive and pelvic health across every stage of life.

Dr. Andrei evaluates and treats the full scope of gynecologic conditions — heavy periods and abnormal bleeding, endometriosis, pelvic pain, fibroids, menopause and hormonal concerns, pelvic floor and prolapse, bladder symptoms, vaginal symptoms, sexual health, contraception and family planning, abnormal Pap and cervical health, cancer screening, weight management, adolescent gynecology, and PCOS and hormonal imbalance. See the Conditions section for the complete list with detailed condition pages.

Lapeer Women’s Health does not provide: obstetric care or prenatal visits (you need an OB or midwifery practice for pregnancy care); IVF or IUI fertility treatments (Dr. Andrei evaluates gynecologic causes of infertility and provides referrals when indicated); primary care or internal medicine; or active gynecologic cancer treatment (Dr. Andrei manages screening and evaluation and refers to gynecologic oncology when indicated).

Yes — and the answer is almost certainly yes. If it is gynecologic, Dr. Andrei treats it. Call the Lapeer office at (810) 969-4670 or the Rochester Hills office at (248) 923-3522 and the team will confirm whether your concern falls within scope before you schedule.

No. Lapeer Women’s Health is a gynecology-only practice. Dr. Andrei does not provide obstetric care or manage pregnancies. If you are pregnant and need prenatal or delivery care, please contact an OB/GYN practice.

Absolutely. Preventive gynecologic care — including annual well-woman exams, Pap smears, HPV testing, breast exam referrals, and cancer screenings — is a core part of what Lapeer Women’s Health provides. Gynecology-only means no obstetrics, not reduced services.

For non-urgent questions, please call the Lapeer office at (810) 969-4670 or the Rochester Hills office at (248) 923-3522 during office hours. For urgent medical concerns, please call the office directly.