Need a Foot or Ankle Specialist After an ER or Urgent Care Visit?
Were you told to follow up with a foot and ankle orthopedic specialist, but the next available appointment is one or two weeks away?
Flint Foot & Ankle Institute may be able to see you sooner. We make every effort to accommodate patients who need timely specialty evaluation following an injury.
Tell our scheduling team that you were recently evaluated at an emergency room or urgent care. Appointment availability varies.
Don't Wait Longer Than Necessary for Foot & Ankle Follow-Up Care
After an emergency room or urgent care visit, you may leave with a brace, boot, crutches, or instructions to see an orthopedic specialist. Finding an appointment quickly can be frustrating, especially when you're dealing with pain or limited mobility.
Our Boise team can discuss your injury, review your scheduling needs, and help determine whether an earlier appointment is available with our foot and ankle specialist.
Recent ER Visit?
If you were advised to follow up with a foot and ankle specialist, call and explain when and where you were seen.
Urgent Care Referral?
Let our team know what follow-up instructions you received and whether imaging was performed.
Long Appointment Wait?
Ask whether we can accommodate you sooner. We will be clear about current scheduling availability.
How to Request an Earlier Appointment
- Call our office: (208) 957-5029.
- Tell us about your recent visit: mention the ER or urgent care location, injury, and recommended follow-up timeframe.
- Have your information ready: insurance details, discharge instructions, and any X-ray or imaging reports you were given.
- Discuss appointment options: our scheduling team can explain available times and any referral or insurance requirements.
Specialized Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Care in Boise
At Flint Foot & Ankle Institute, patients receive care from Dr. Wesley Flint, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle conditions. Our practice evaluates injuries and conditions involving the foot and ankle, including those that may require specialist follow-up after an initial urgent care or emergency department assessment.
We work with many insurance plans. Please contact our office to verify participation, benefits, and whether your plan requires a referral or authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon can I see a foot and ankle specialist after an ER visit?
Availability depends on your injury, the schedule, and other clinical considerations. Call our Boise office and explain that you were recently seen in an emergency department and were instructed to arrange specialty follow-up.
Can I schedule after visiting urgent care?
Yes, you can contact our team to discuss scheduling. We can explain available appointments and whether any referral or insurance authorization is required.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring your discharge paperwork, medication list, insurance information, and any available imaging reports or images. Our team can tell you whether additional records are needed.
Do you treat foot fractures and ankle injuries?
Our practice provides orthopedic foot and ankle care. Call to discuss the type of injury you have and whether an appointment with our specialist is appropriate.
Do you accept my insurance?
Flint Foot & Ankle Institute works with many insurance carriers. Please call to verify your specific plan and any referral requirements before your appointment.
Need Foot or Ankle Follow-Up After Urgent Care or the ER?
Call Flint Foot & Ankle Institute in Boise and ask about appointment availability. Let us know you were referred for orthopedic foot and ankle follow-up.
Call (208) 957-5029Serving Boise and the surrounding Treasure Valley, including Meridian and Eagle. Appointment availability, clinical appropriateness, and insurance participation must be confirmed directly with the office.
