At Charm City Natural Health, we know that choosing a new provider is a big decision. Our goal is to make every step of the process clear, thorough, and welcoming.
To schedule your first visit, please call our office directly. This way we can answer your questions, walk you through what to expect, and make sure you feel fully supported as you get started.
A $150 non‑refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. This deposit is applied to your initial visit (not an added fee).
Starting care with a naturopathic doctor is a little different from a typical medical visit, and that’s intentional. For new patients, your first visit is longer and more in‑depth as we review current symptoms, past records, and identify additional areas for workup. As licensed naturopathic doctors in Maryland, our scope of practice allows us to perform targeted physical exams, order and interpret lab work, and prescribe natural therapies. We focus on identifying the root causes of symptoms and creating time for a thorough, whole‑person evaluation.
For new patients, this means your first visit is longer and more in‑depth than you may be used to, and your care plan may include lifestyle strategies, nutrition, supplements, herbal medicine, counseling, or referrals to other specialists when appropriate. Our goal is always to make the process transparent, from visit costs to testing and follow‑up timelines, so you’ll know what to expect at every step.
Charm City Natural Health serves patients both at our office in Baltimore City and through secure telemedicine visits.
75–90 minutes
45–60 minutes
45–60 minutes
30–60 minutes
15–30 minutes
45-60 minutes
Your care plan may include additional costs such as laboratory tests or natural medicines, which we review with you in advance.
Charm City Natural Health is open for patient visits from 8AM to 4PM on Monday through Friday. Appointments are required.
Initial naturopathic visits are 75-90 minutes, which permits your naturopathic doctor to conduct a complete intake, assess your health habits, make any recommendations and spend plenty of time explaining the course of treatment and answering any questions you have. Subsequent visits may last 45-60 minutes.
Initial and follow up integrative psychology visits are 45-60 minutes in length.
Plentiful free parking is available in our parking lot.
Naturopathic Doctors are not licensed to be primary care providers by the state of Maryland.
Yes! Our naturopathic doctors work with children and often complement the care provided by a pediatrician. We take time to understand your child’s health history, nutrition, development, and unique needs and can provide natural strategies for issues such as digestion, allergies, immunity, and attention or behavioral concerns. Pediatric visit lengths and fees are slightly different from adult visits, so please refer to our visits and fees section above for more information. Drs. Paddock and Runde are not pediatricians and cannot take the place of your pediatrician.
Dr. Apel primarily sees adults, but may see teenagers on a case-by-case basis. Adult and teen integrative psychology visits are the same length.
No. In Maryland, naturopathic doctors are not licensed as pediatricians or primary care providers. We encourage all families to maintain a relationship with a pediatrician or PCP for routine medical care, vaccinations, and emergencies.
We are happy to accept payment from Flexible Spending Accounts or Healthcare Savings Accounts, which are features of some insurance plans. They can be used to pay for both visit fees and in-office supplements. FSAs and HSAs can also be used to purchase supplements on Fullscript. Any letters of medical necessity or supporting documentation you may need to use your FSA or HSA will be provided free of charge upon request. A credit card is required on file at the time of scheduling. If that credit card on file is an FSA or HSA card, a backup card is also required to be on file. Please call the clinic if you have further questions.
Visit fees do not include the costs for supplements recommended by our providers or specialty labs, if ordered. Specialty lab prices are discussed before they are ordered and are not needed for all patients. Supplements are available for purchase at the office, sometimes from retail stores, as well as through Fullscript, an online fulfillment service. All supplements available for sale at Charm City Natural Health or Fullscript are available for 25% off retail prices.
Drs. Paddock and Runde order a variety of tests, both conventional and functional. Some tests can be billed to insurance, while others cannot. Costs associated with testing will be discussed at your appointment.
The number of visits depends on each patient’s health and goals. Prospective patients should plan for at least 3-4 visits to work on their initial health goals. The first naturopathic visit (75-90 min) gathers information through history, physical exam, and review of past medical records. The doctor orders labs if needed. The second naturopathic visit (45-60min) typically happens two to four weeks later to discuss results and create an initial treatment plan. Subsequent follow up visits are necessary and determined by individual need. They typically happen every 2-4 months to monitor treatment efficacy until health goals are met. Patients who are able to work with us over the long term reap the most benefits from a naturopathic approach throughout the phases of their lives.
The frequency of integrative psychology therapy visits is determined by the patient and Dr. Apel, and may occur weekly, once a month, or as needed. You will discuss this with Dr. Apel during your first visit.
Naturopathic doctors are trained to work within your existing healthcare team and do not replace any primary care provider or medical specialist. With your permission, they can communicate with your other healthcare providers if necessary.
PSYPACT is an interstate compact that allows licensed psychologists in participating states to practice telepsychology across state lines without needing additional licenses in each state.
Currently, forty states plus the District of Columbia participate in PSYPACT, and more states may join soon.
Participating states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Non-participating states: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Montana, New Mexico, New York, Oregon
You can find the most updated list here.
