Legacy Gynecology PLLC

About Legacy Gynecology PLLC

What is Legacy Gynecology PLLC?

Legacy Gynecology PLLC is a women's health practice at 136 Maple Road in Buffalo, New York 14221. Its main business is gynecology. It offers four services: annual gynecological exams, treatment of menstrual disorders, contraception and birth control, and menopause care. Hormone therapy for menopause falls under the menopause service. In its own words: "Our hormone therapy for menopause helps you even out those imbalances and keep yourself comfortable and happy."

The two people listed as prescribers are Kristen Smyers, FACOG, MD, and Rena Kessel, DNP, FNP-BC, RN. Dr. Smyers established the practice, and Ms. Kessel is a nurse practitioner who is new to the office. The practice says it has a decade of experience and is now accepting new patients. The phone number is (716) 815-2400.

Hours are Monday and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday from 8 a.m. to noon is phones only. The office is closed on weekends. The practice says it serves Buffalo and the surrounding communities in Erie and Niagara counties and much of Western New York.

What does it cost?

It does not publish prices. There is no consultation fee listed, and no price for a visit, for hormone therapy, or for the medication itself. It says it accepts most insurance providers, but it does not name them. No membership plan, financing option, or HSA payment is listed. If you plan to pay cash, call (716) 815-2400 and ask the cost of a first visit and of a menopause consultation before you book.

What should you ask before you book?

Ask whether the office takes your plan, and if it does not, what a visit and a menopause consultation would cost you directly. Ask which hormone medication would be used, and whether it is brand-name or compounded, since the practice does not say. Ask whether the hormone therapy is bioidentical, which it also does not say. Ask whether the medication is billed on top of the visit fee, and what any lab work costs. Ask whether telehealth is available, because the practice does not state it. Ask which prescriber you would see, Dr. Smyers or Ms. Kessel. Finally, ask how often you would return for follow-up and how you would stop or cancel if you change your mind.

Who is it a good fit for?

This is a good fit if you want an in-person gynecologist in Buffalo who handles annual exams, menstrual care, birth control, and menopause in one office, and you are willing to call ahead for prices. If your main goal is a fixed cash price for a hormone program, call first and get the numbers in writing before you commit.

Sources: legacygynecology.com, legacygynecology.com/menopause, legacygynecology.com/about-us

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