COPC Endocrinology Specialists

COPC Endocrinology Specialists provide consultation and treatment for diabetes, thyroid conditions, glandular diseases and other endocrine disorders in adults. Our team works closely with Certified Diabetes Educators in a dedicated classroom within our practice.
Examples of Appropriate Referrals to our Practice:
• Diabetes with HbA1C greater than 9%
• Diabetes with HbA1C between 7%-9% despite the best efforts of the PCP at controlling the blood sugars
• Diabetes requiring complex insulin regimens
• Diabetes with uncontrolled hypoglycemia or pregnancy
• Gestational Diabetes requiring management of blood sugars and insulin regimens throughout pregnancy
• Gestational Diabetes Education (This service is a one time only class to teach patients the basics of nutrition and blood sugar management. Patients should be educated on monitoring their blood sugars and be set up with meters and supplies prior to attending this class)
• Hyperparathyroidism (with lab work performed without patient being on a Calcium Supplement or Thiazide Diuretic)
• HPN SN 2012 Section 12 Referral Guidelines 1
• 2012 HPN Southern Nevada Provider Summary Guide
• Hyperthyroidism with TSH and Free T4 (all labs to be completed within the month prior to submitting the referral)
• Hypogonadism (Male) with Testosterone and Free Testosterone completed by Equilibrium Dialysis (morning fasting), LH, Prolactin, TSH an Free T4 (all labs to be completed within the month prior to submitting the referral)
• Pituitary Disease
• Pituitary Related Amenorrhea with fasting Prolactin Level, Estradiol, FHS, TSH, Free T4, fasting blood sugar and serum pregnancy test (all completed within the last month prior to submitting the referral)
• Thyroid Cancer Follow Up with TSH, Free T4, Thyroglobulin and Anti-Thyroglobulin (all labs completed within the 3 months prior to submitting the referral)
• Thyroid Cancer New Diagnosis with thyroid biopsy completed prior to submitting referral
• Thyroid Nodules with thyroid ultrasound and FNA under ultrasound guidance completed prior to submitting referral

Prescription Policies and Information
When you are here for your appointment, please remember to ask for your prescriptions, otherwise a fee may be applied. There is no guarantee of a chronic prescription refill outside of an appointment. Please consider using the patient portal for your prescription refills. If there is more than one refill request between appointments, than an appointment will be requested for refills. Prescriptions not prescribed by Endocrinology Specialists or extenders will not be filled. Please see your primary care physicians to have these reviewed and refilled. Endocrinology Specialists will not prescribe narcotic medications.
For ALL prescription refills, Endocrinology Specialists staff need 72 hours (or 3 business days) notice. The physician does attempt to submit the prescription sooner, but this is not guaranteed. Please note that our answering service will not accept prescription refills should you call after hours. Our office does not accept prescription refill requests by fax from pharmacies as we do not accept financial responsibility for an auto refill.
When you call in for a refill, please be prepared with the following information:
• Name of the Drug
• Dosage & Quantity needed
• Number of times per day that you take the drug
• Pharmacy information including phone number and location

Co-Pay/Coinsurance/Self-pay
All copays and coinsurance and are due at time of service. This is a policy that is made with you and your insurance company and it is our role to honor this agreement. Patients who are self-pay will be expected to pay at time of service. Our fees are standardized and are based on the complexity of the visit.
We do not accept Medicaid as a primary or secondary insurance.

Late Cancellation and No-Show Policy

We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we're here to help.

To keep appointments available for all patients and reduce wait times, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot make your scheduled visit.

What Counts as a Late Cancellation or No-Show?

Late Cancellation: Canceling or rescheduling your appointment less than 24 hours before the scheduled time.

No-Show: Missing your appointment without notifying us at least 24 hours in advance.

Fees for Missed Appointments

Appointments not canceled at least 24 hours ahead of time will incur a $25 fee.

Please note: This fee is not covered by insurance and will be billed directly to you.

How to Cancel or Reschedule

You may cancel or reschedule your appointment in any of the following ways:

• MyChart: If you're enrolled, you can cancel or reschedule anytime through your account.
• Call the office: If we're unable to answer, please leave a voicemail with your full name, date of birth, appointment date/time, and the reason for cancellation.

Helpful Reminder

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to allow time for check-in and any necessary paperwork. This helps us stay on schedule and ensures your visit runs smoothly.