Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology

08/05/2025

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“The most transformational new offering that we’re excited about is our new pelvic floor physical therapy program,” said Colleen Mathias, practice administrator.

08/01/2025

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Dr. Kelsie Goodwin, who will join Virginia Beach Obstetrics and Gynecology on August 19, 2025. Dr. Goodwin is a Michigan native and received her undergraduate degree in Biopsychology, Cognition & Neuroscience from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She then attended medical school at A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at Trinity Health Oakland, affiliated with Wayne State University. Dr. Goodwin is a robotically trained surgeon and provides minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Her professional interests include reproductive justice, diabetes in pregnancy, and delivering cost-effective medicine.

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Goodwin to the practice, where she will deliver outstanding obstetric and gynecologic care to the women of Hampton Roads for years to come.

07/25/2025

We are very excited to announce the upcoming opening of our new state-of-the-art office space at the Virginia Beach Town Center, scheduled to open in March, 2026!

06/26/2025

How many of you are members of “The We Do Not Care Club? Virginia Beach OBGYN has many staff who are members. We do not care. https://www.facebook.com/share/1AoNHZB5ye/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Unpainted toenails. Chin hairs. Separating laundry. What do women in perimenopause and menopause have to say about these things? We do not care. That is the message being spread by Melani Sanders, a 45-year-old mother of three, who has gained a huge following for celebrating women who have stopped trying to please everyone. Read more: https://nyti.ms/43YIYJT

06/19/2025

🖤❤️💚 Honoring Juneteenth: Freedom, Resilience, and Progress 💚❤️🖤

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

At Virginia Beach OBGYN, we honor the strength, resilience, and enduring legacy of the Black community. As healthcare providers, we remain committed to health equity, listening to our patients, and supporting inclusive care for every woman, every day.

Let us remember, reflect, and continue the work toward justice and equality.

06/04/2025

We would like to inform our patients about a new payment policy change by Cigna that negatively impacts women’s health. Cigna has announced that, effective June 1, 2025, it will no longer pay for pelvic examinations (CPT 99459) when performed during a problem-focused visit (such as for pain, irregular bleeding, or discharge). They will only cover it during an annual preventive well-woman visit.

Cigna now claims that the pelvic exam is “included” in the reimbursement for the problem-focused visit. But this simply isn’t true. Here's why this matters:

• Male and female visits to their physicians for problem-focused visits are billed using the same CPT billing codes and reimbursed at the same rate. When men see their primary care physician, the billing codes are identical and the reimbursement is identical.
• However, only women require pelvic exams (procedure code 99459), which take more time, require additional supplies, and require a trained chaperone. All other insurance companies, except for Cigna, reimburse for the pelvic exam, separate from reimbursement for the office visit charge.
• Cigna is effectively reimbursing less for women’s care, while claiming it’s “included.”

Cigna has implemented this payment policy without any evidence-based justification or alignment with professional guidelines or coding guidelines. Due to this unjustified change, we will now be required to bill patients directly for pelvic exams performed outside of their annual well-woman visit. We do not take this decision lightly, but we cannot absorb the cost of a service that is no longer reimbursed.

We encourage you to speak up! Please get in touch with Cigna and tell them this policy is discriminatory, lacks medical justification, and must be reversed.

We encourage our Cigna patients to reach out to Cigna and ask them the following questions:

• What is the rationale behind this decision to deny coverage for pelvic exams (procedure code 99459) for problem-focused encounters ?
• How does Cigna justify paying less than other insurers for the same service? (Cigna is the only payer that is denying separate payment for this service for problem-focused visits—99459.)
• How are women’s healthcare providers expected to offer necessary care without adequate reimbursement?

Your voice can help protect access to essential women’s healthcare. Women deserve better.

05/22/2025

At Virginia Beach OBGYN, we are committed to raising awareness about conditions that impact maternal health. Today, on World Pre-Eclampsia Day, our blog shines light on an often misunderstood and potentially dangerous condition: pre-eclampsia (sometimes referred to as toxemia). Read our blog, and learn the warning signs to keep yourself and the women and babies in your life safe: https://www.virginiabeachobgyn.com/blog/world-pre-eclampsia-day/

05/13/2025

We are incredibly honored to announce that Virginia Beach OB/GYN has been named the Reader’s Choice Southside Gold Winner in Coastal Virginia Magazine—not once, but twice! 🏆🏆

✨ Best OB/GYN Practice - GOLD Winner!
✨ Best Fertility/Reproductive Clinic - GOLD Winner!

These recognitions mean so much because they come from YOU—our amazing patients and the Coastal Virginia community. Your trust, support, and votes inspire us daily to provide compassionate, expert care through every stage of life.

From routine ob/gyn to urogynecology care to fertility support and beyond, it’s our privilege to walk alongside you on your healthcare journey.

💛 Thank you for choosing us. We’re proud to serve you.

05/12/2025

What’s Normal When It Comes to Your Period? Everyone’s cycle is a little different—but how do you know what’s too different? Our latest blog breaks down what’s normal, what’s not, and when it’s time to talk to your provider. Empower yourself with knowledge about your menstrual health. Read the full blog here: https://www.virginiabeachobgyn.com/blog/understanding-your-menstrual-cycle-whats-happening-and-why-does-it-matter/

Let’s face it—our bodies don’t come with instruction manuals, but the menstrual cycle would likely be one of the more complicated chapters if they did. Whether you’re just starting your first period, trying to conceive, or simply want to understand why your mood, skin, or energy levels fluct...

04/11/2025

🌟 Join Our Team at Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology! 🌟

Are you passionate about women's health and looking for an amazing place to build your career? Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated professionals to join our supportive and collaborative team.

✨ Why You'll Love Working Here:

Supportive, family-like team culture 🤝
Commitment to excellence in patient care 🌸
Opportunities for professional growth 📈
Generous paid time off for work-life balance 🌊

We're currently hiring:

Triage Nurses
Medical Assistants
Front Desk & Administrative Staff

Come make a meaningful impact on women's lives every day! 💖

📲 Apply Today: Visit us at https://www.virginiabeachobgyn.com/latest-news/employment-with-virginia-beach-obgyn/

Virginia Beach OBGYN has a team of gynecologists and obstetricians providing quality, compassionate female health care.

04/01/2025

Hello Spring! We wish you a season filled with joy, renewal, and good health. As we welcome the beauty of spring, it's a perfect time to prioritize your well-being. Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for women of all ages. Whether you're planning for a family, need a routine check-up, or have specific health concerns, we're here to support you.

03/31/2025

Congratulations to Reena Talreja-Pelaez, MD, for being featured on the cover of the spring edition of Hampton Roads Physician Magazine honoring Exemplary Physicians! We agree that she is exemplary indeed and are so lucky to have her on our team!