What is the difference between a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a Medical Doctor?

A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is the highest degrees a nurse can earn. Unlike a PhD in nursing, which focuses on research, a DNP emphasizes nursing practice. A DNP gives nurse practitioners an opportunity to advance their clinical practice and build their leadership skills.

A Medical Doctor (MD) is a medical degree for physicians. The term “MD” also commonly refers to licensed doctors who’ve graduated from an accredited medical school.

What insurance providers does Plum accept?

Plums goal is to be inclusive. To achieve that goal we work with our insurance partners to accept a wide range of insurance providers servicing the Midland/Odessa metro area. Reference the list below for insurance options.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield - In Network

• United Healthcare - In Network

• Aetna - In Network

• Cigna - In Network

• OMNI IMS - In Network

• Humana (Choice Care PPO) - In Network

Notice: Starting in January 2023 Plum has submitted notice and is terminating our contract to be in network with Medicaid. The main factor in the decision relates to lack of support from Medicaid’s Operating Groups, and failure to provide payment for services rendered. Plum is working with our current patients covered under these plans to transition their care to other providers, update their insurance if it has changed in 2023, or allowing them too switching to other service offerings provided by Plum to support their future care needs.

Insurance can be a complex topic with many of the private insurance plans falling within one of the above networks. Please contact our staff to assist you with any questions and to confirm eligibility.

Does Plum accept private pay?

Yes, Plum understands it is your choice to have or not have insurance coverage. Plum offers a discount program to help patients with affordable options to engage with our healthcare team.

How does Plum feel about the importance of Vaccines?

Plum believes in the importance of vaccines in the overall healthcare plan. With this in mind we offer two vaccine schedule options.

1. Center for Disease Control (CDC) Schedule

2. Sears Alternative Schedule

Does Plum have acute after hours coverage?

Plum understands that sometimes things can’t wait until the next business day. To support this need Plum has an after hours provider on call coverage. Keep in mind this does not replace the use of 911 or emergency centers for emergency healthcare needs.

Does Plum follow patients into the hospital setting?

At this time Plum is not extending care coverage into the hospital setting. Coverage during hospitalization will be supported by the Pediatric hospitalist(s) on service during the time of your visit.

What languages does Plum support?

In addition to bilingual staffing Plum is equipped with Timekettle translation equipment. This allows Plum to speak with patients in 40 languages and 93 different dialects.

What payment methods does Plum accept?

Plum is built on a digital backbone which accepts Visa, Mastercard, Amex, & Discover cards.

Payment Options

• Payment via the online Patient Portal

• Payment via the Quick Pay link on our website

• Payment via the mail using the detachable Payment Stub in your statement

• Payment via phone 432-400-7586

• Payment in person at 807 Tradewinds Blvd, Midland, Texas 79706

Additionally Plum accepts Cash and Checks. We do not keep change onsite so any overage amounts will be placed on your account as a credit for future visits.

Please note that any returned checks will be assessed a $35 fee.

What is Plum’s cancellation Policy?

No Shows or cancellations within less than 24 hours prior notice will be assessed a $25 charge.