Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Medical Center in San Francisco
Founded in 2008 during the global recession, Care Practice was established to provide transparent, patient-centered medical care unburdened by insurance complexities. As a fee-for-service clinic, we prioritize simplicity and affordability, offering primary and urgent care, addiction medicine, and health optimization services. Our approach eliminates hidden costs by requiring payment at the time of service while providing superbills for potential insurance reimbursement. We focus on personalized care through limited patient scheduling, accessible follow-ups, and a commitment to reducing wait times.Our team of experienced professionals emphasizes holistic treatment, preventive care, and innovative solutions for chronic conditions. With a philosophy rooted in integrity and patient empowerment, we serve San Francisco's Mission Dolores neighborhood, offering services ranging from rapid diagnostics to specialized addiction treatment programs. Our research-driven approach to addiction medicine has positioned us as a leader in outpatient treatment across Northern California.
Services
Primary Care
Urgent Care
Addiction Medicine
Health Optimization
House Calls
Vitamin Therapy
Drug Testing
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care with average wait times under 20 minutes
- Our fee-for-service model eliminates hidden insurance costs
- Specialized addiction treatment programs since 2008
- Experienced team including Suboxone-certified physicians
- Research-driven approach to outpatient addiction recovery
What people say
Thorough exam
Totally cured
Scheduled within hour
In and out quickly
Transparency of costs
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services offer comprehensive health management through personalized consultations and preventive care strategies. We focus on building long-term patient relationships to address both acute and chronic health needs. Our approach combines traditional medical practices with innovative treatment options tailored to individual patient requirements.
Addiction Medicine
Specialized outpatient treatment programs for opiate addiction using evidence-based methodologies including Suboxone therapy and rapid methadone conversion. Our program combines medical supervision with personalized recovery plans to support sustainable sobriety and address underlying health factors contributing to addiction.
Health Optimization
Comprehensive health improvement services utilizing advanced diagnostic testing and personalized treatment plans. We focus on optimizing physical and mental performance through targeted interventions addressing nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and environmental toxin exposure using specialized laboratory analyses.
Urgent Care
Timely treatment for acute illnesses and minor injuries with minimal wait times. Our urgent care services prioritize efficient diagnosis and treatment of sudden medical conditions while maintaining continuity with our primary care approach for follow-up needs.
Vitamin Therapy
Intravenous vitamin and mineral supplementation to address cellular deficiencies and support immune function. We offer customized IV formulations including Myers Cocktail and Glutathione treatments to enhance energy levels and promote overall wellness through direct nutrient absorption.
People
Aaron Blackledge
Founder and Medical Director
Dr. Blackledge established Care Practice in 2008 with a vision for transparent, patient-centered care. He developed the clinic's unique approach to addiction medicine after personal experiences with a childhood friend's opioid addiction. His leadership focuses on combining traditional medical practices with innovative treatment methodologies.
Ian Abugayda
Medical Provider
Ian specializes in integrative pain management and injury recovery through combined therapeutic modalities. He brings expertise in musculoskeletal assessment and treatment optimization, focusing on addressing root causes of pain through personalized adjustment techniques and holistic care approaches.
Questions
Why doesn't Care Practice accept insurance?
We operate as a fee-for-service clinic to maintain transparency and avoid hidden costs. This model allows us to provide simpler billing while giving patients superbills for potential insurance reimbursement.
What services are available for addiction treatment?
Our comprehensive addiction programs include Suboxone therapy, methadone conversion, and Vivitrol treatments for opioid and alcohol addiction with personalized recovery plans supervised by certified physicians.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Book online through our website or call us at 415-864-4444 during operating hours. We recommend scheduling in advance to secure preferred time slots.
What are your urgent care hours?
Urgent care appointments are available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday from 10:30 AM to 2 PM.
Do you offer house call services?
House calls are available on a limited basis for established patients. Priority is given to complex cases requiring personalized in-home medical assessment and treatment.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, major credit/debit cards, and cash payments for all our medical services.
Reviews (6)
Treacy Jackel
Jul 20, 2021
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Aaron in his team do an amazing job and are very helpful. I highly recommend, easily one of the best doctors I've dealt with.
First Last
Dec 25, 2019
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This place is the best I don't know what so many people would do without them.. the great feeling that you get when surrounded by others it feels like a small community and everyone is friendly. Best Doctor around - they don't accept insurance... but it's well worth it!
Shannon L.
Nov 04, 2019
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I have been coming here for several years and it is the best place for me. Its quick efficient and very clean. In the crazy city I live in which is San Francisco I feel very safe here and it is flexible with my work hrs which are 10hr days. If I need a weekend date I can also request that as well. Even though they are open part time it has never been a problem for me getting an appointment. Dr. Blackledge and his staff always make me feel welcome and go above what takes to be a professional in today's fast paced working healthcare arena. What I really enjoy is his ability to be compassionate
Finn S.
Oct 11, 2019
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Care practice has helped me change my life so much. The staff are very professional, and kind. I always feel very welcome and treated with respect. I drive over an hour to get to my appointments, I don't know what I would do without this place.
Whitney H.
Oct 04, 2019
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Dr Blackledge is one of the best doctors I've ever met. He's brilliant and available when we need to see a doctor. He doesn't just diagnose, he counsels us during our visits so we get twice as much help for a truly low price. Not sure how he does it - but he's an important part of San Francisco's healthcare system.
Marisha Douse
Jul 15, 2018
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Great experience! Timely and attentive and knowledgeable. What more can you ask! Convenient location too. I recommend!
