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Should I use IOI Direct or schedule an appointment?

IOI Direct is positioned for sudden non-emergency orthopedic injuries, while scheduled appointments fit ongoing pain, planned consultations, procedure questions, and provider-specific visits.
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Should I use IOI Direct or schedule an appointment?

IOI Direct is positioned for sudden non-emergency orthopedic injuries, while scheduled appointments fit ongoing pain, planned consultations, procedure questions, and provider-specific visits.

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Use direct care for sudden problems

IOI Direct offers same-day walk-in access for non-emergency traumatic, sudden, or worsening orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal concerns.

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Use appointments for planned care

Scheduled visits are better for provider preference, ongoing symptoms, surgery planning, second opinions, or questions that need a specific specialist.

Your surgeon or care team can confirm what applies to your situation.

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