Tennessee TelePodiatry with Dr. David Velarde, DPM
Convenient virtual foot and ankle consultations for Tennessee residents. Discuss foot pain, heel pain, nail conditions, diabetic foot concerns, orthotics, footwear recommendations, second opinions, and follow-up care from the comfort of your home.
Dr. David Velarde has provided Podiatric care in Tennessee for more than 25 years and offers a conservative-first approach focused on keeping patients active, mobile, and informed.
Schedule a virtual consultation today to determine whether telemedicine is appropriate for your condition.
HIPAA-Secure Video
Fully encrypted, compliant visits
Mon–Fri
Available weekdays for scheduling
Tennessee Residents Only
Must be in TN at time of visit
No App Download
Opens right in your browser
Important Notice — Telemedicine services are intended for non-emergency conditions. If you are experiencing severe infection, uncontrolled bleeding, gangrene, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or another medical emergency, call 911 or seek immediate emergency medical care.
Who Telemedicine Is For
This service is designed for Tennessee residents who need expert podiatric care without the burden of travel.
Outside Knoxville
Live far from our clinic and want expert Podiatric care without the long drive.
Mobility Challenges
Have mobility limitations or transportation challenges that make in-person visits difficult.
Diabetic Neuropathy
Want diabetic neuropathy support and Metanx prescription management from home.
Virtual First
Prefer to start with a virtual consultation before committing to an in-person visit.
Metanx / Supplements
Seeking a Metanx prescription or neuropathy nutritional management plan.
Existing Patients
Are existing patients needing a follow-up without making an office visit.
At-Risk & Limb Salvage Patients
Diabetic or high-risk patients who need close monitoring between in-person visits to help protect long-term foot health and mobility.
You must be physically located in Tennessee at the time of your appointment.
When an In-Person Visit May Be Required
Telemedicine is not appropriate for every condition. An office visit, urgent care evaluation, or emergency treatment may be recommended for:
- Severe infection
- Rapidly spreading redness or swelling
- Open wounds requiring hands-on treatment
- Suspected fractures
- Circulation problems requiring testing
- Significant deformity or instability
- Conditions requiring imaging, procedures, or surgery
Patient safety always takes priority over virtual convenience.
How It Works
Getting started is simple — no app download required. Here's what to expect from your telemedicine visit with Dr. Velarde.
1
Call to Schedule
Call 865-523-1141 to schedule your telemedicine appointment.
2
Complete Intake Form
Complete your secure intake form sent by Advanced Foot Care Center before your visit.
3
Click Your Secure Link
At appointment time, click your secure video link — opens right in your browser, no app needed.
4
Meet Dr. Velarde
Connect with Dr. Velarde by video from any phone, tablet, or computer.
5
Receive Your Care Plan
Get your care plan and prescription electronically the same day when appropriate.
What to have ready: A device with camera and mic · A quiet private space · Your current medication and supplement list · Any relevant records or labs · Photos of the area of concern (nail discoloration, wounds, swelling)
Pricing & Plans
Telemedicine is available exclusively to Tennessee residents. Covered medical services can be billed to Medicare or your insurance. Wellness visits and wellness plans are a separate cash-pay service (see Insurance & Payment). An Initial Consultation is required for all new patients.
$180
Initial Consult
30-min comprehensive first visit
$60
Single Follow-Up
10-min focused existing-patient visit
$500
Wellness Plan
10 visits · $50 each · Save $100
$600
Neuropathy Plan
10 visits · Specialized neuropathy care
Initial Consultation — $180
Required for All New Patients
30-Minute Visit · Your comprehensive first visit — the required starting point before any follow-up or annual plan.
- Full podiatric history and symptom evaluation
- Review of current medications, labs, and imaging
- Formal diagnosis and care plan development
- Metanx prescription when clinically appropriate
- Fullscript supplement protocol sent same day when appropriate
- Discussion of Annual Wellness or Neuropathy Management Plan if ongoing care is recommended
Payment Options
- HSA / FSA cards accepted
- All major credit cards
- Zelle
- PayPal
Single Follow-Up Visit — $60
Existing Patients Only
10-Minute Visit · No Annual Commitment · A focused consultation for existing patients who need targeted support without committing to an annual plan.
1
Prescription Refill
Handled efficiently
2
Supplement Review
Fullscript protocol update
3
One Concern
One focused question per visit
4
Flexible Booking
No annual commitment
Annual Plans
Most Popular
Annual Wellness Plan — $500 / year
10 visits included · $50 per visit · 10 minutes each — Save $100 vs. single visits. Recommended once monthly throughout the year.
- Year-Round Care: Use your 10 visits throughout the year — recommended once monthly for consistent wellness monitoring.
- Prescriptions Included: Care plan and prescriptions when clinically appropriate at each visit.
- Fullscript Protocols: Supplement recommendations provided after each visit.
- Priority Scheduling: Priority scheduling over single-visit patients.
Unused visits do not roll over. Initial Consultation ($180) is required first and is not included in the plan price.
Specialized
Neuropathy Management Program
Ongoing telemedicine management for diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients — recommended monthly for monitoring and Metanx management.
- Neuropathy Monitoring — Regular monitoring of diabetic peripheral neuropathy progression and symptom management.
- Metanx Management — Metanx prescription and ongoing management.
- Fullscript Neuropathy Protocol — Specialized supplement guidance to support your care.
- Physician Coordination — Coordination with your primary care physician when needed.
Covered neuropathy management visits are billed to Medicare or your insurance per visit, not sold as a prepaid package. Any non-covered wellness or supplement services are reviewed with you in advance. An Initial Consultation is required first.
How the Plans Compare
Choose the option that best fits your needs and budget. All plans require an Initial Consultation ($180) for new patients.
Payment: Initial Consultation collected at booking by phone. Annual plans can be paid in full or in monthly installments. Annual plans are non-refundable after the first visit; unused visits expire at the end of the 12-month period.
Insurance & Payment
Advanced Foot Care Center is enrolled with Medicare. For telemedicine and in-office visits, here's how billing works:
Insurance-Covered Telemedicine
If your insurance covers telemedicine, we can provide covered medical services through your plan and bill your insurance directly. Please note that wellness visits and wellness plans are not covered by insurance — these are billed separately as a cash-pay service.
Costs Reviewed in Advance
Some services (for example, certain laser or wellness consultations) may not be covered. If that applies, we'll explain the service, give you a cost estimate, and review your options before the service is provided — no surprises.
Medical-Necessity Support
When appropriate, Dr. David Velarde, DPM can provide documentation of medical necessity to support a covered claim.
Patient Responsibility
You are responsible for any copays, deductibles, coinsurance, or services determined not to be covered, after we've reviewed those costs with you.
Payment methods: We accept HSA/FSA cards, all major credit cards, Zelle, and PayPal.
Ready to Schedule?
Call 865-523-1141 to book, or complete your intake form online — our team will review it within one business day and confirm by phone or email.
Important Disclosures
Telemedicine consultations are available only to patients physically located in Tennessee at the time of the visit. Dr. Velarde is licensed to practice podiatric medicine in Tennessee. Visits are conducted via HIPAA-compliant secure video and your health information is never shared without your consent.
In-Person Visits May Be Required
Some conditions may require an in-person visit for physical examination, imaging, or treatment. Dr. Velarde will advise you if that is the case.
Prescription Medications
Prescription medications may be issued when medically appropriate and permitted under Tennessee law. Prescription decisions are based solely on clinical judgment and are not guaranteed as part of a telemedicine consultation.
Telemedicine and Wound Care
Certain wound conditions may be appropriate for telemedicine follow-up, review of photographs, care coordination, patient education, and monitoring. However, many wounds require in-person examination, vascular testing, imaging studies, debridement, or urgent medical treatment. If an in-person evaluation is necessary, recommendations will be provided during your consultation.
How Payment Works
Wellness visits and wellness plans are a cash-pay service, with payment due at the time of visit. Covered medical services may be billed to Medicare or your insurance — see Insurance & Payment for details.
No Physician-Patient Relationship Until Evaluation
This page does not establish a physician-patient relationship until you are formally evaluated and accepted into care by Dr. Velarde.
Not a Replacement for Emergency Care
This telemedicine service does not replace emergency care. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.
Advanced Foot Care Center · Dr. David Velarde, DPM · 865-523-1141 · Tennessee Residents Only