Concierge Doctors Fees

One thing I learned in recent years in concierge medicine and research in this emerging market for health care is that people really not understand that it is not price. I like to think of these doctors who are pioneers of the past around a medical kit with a stethoscope at home and come to the aid of my family and our head, visionary doctors wanted to "normalize" their practices and return to the practice of medicine before 1950.

As So, here are the six (6) elements of each patient must understand medical concierge:

1) AVAILABILITY – Yes! It is quite possible that a physician to provide 24 / 7 access to patients … and not – not just a marketing ploy aimed at more than the promise and deliver. Now there is evidence that the doctor practice reduced its original size from 2000 to 5000 patients up to 300 to 600, choosing to "normalize" their practices and provide greater availability and access each patient. Inturn, that the patient really gets to know the doctor and there is a relationship and friendship is formed.

2) Cost – It costs a lot … actually costs less than my cell phone bill. Over 50% of management fees drugs cost an average of concierge or 1,500 per year or below $ 135 per month. (Source 1) Small Group USANetwork blow Royal Pains is fun – the vast majority is that the medical superintendent or most private health plans meet with those who can not afford the high insurance premiums to pay for his habit with leading companies in health.

3) access to Cell Phones – YES! In fact, pick up the phone and not a nurse or staff member. If you are admitted to a concierge medical practice, then you pay a monthly or annual premium to "improve access" and a close relationship with your doctor. Yes, the unthinkable became a reality. The doctors are now giving their cell phone number to patients and collect calls.

4) THE SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS – Included in most of the membership fee is the same-day appointment and better access to their physician. In fact, a recent survey by the Collective has found that 100% of Concierge medical promise and delivery is "same day" appointment.

5) What should I be – is well known that approximately 88% average health care can be managed by their GP or family doctor. Therefore, the general concierge medical services provided within These plans usually include: physical exams, blood tests, unlimited office visits and other services. These monthly or annual fees usually cover the basic services including preventive care, routine medical examination appointments, more information, visit the following day, 24 hours a day for telephone access and e-mail, home visits, care coordination and travel, and an interactive medical identification bracelet in case of emergency.

6) Is it compatible with my insurance? A recent study conducted (Source 2) of this question in mind. The result of the study showed that more medical concierge (80%) practices within a business model called "hybrid" practice. hybrid meaning of these doctors accept most insurance plans, plus delivery or 24 / 7 access to a cell phone with your doctor, walk-in call waiting and more prescriptions through a monthly retainer or annually.

Before you find a concierge or membership medicine doctor near you will want to watch this video and find out the “3 Things Every Patient Needs To Know About Concierge Medicine” at http://www.mymdsearchengine.com

There is also a valuable, educational resource now available for patients seeking such care at http://www.ConciergeMedicineToday.com.

Sources and Resources

1) Concierge Medicine Today
2) The Concierge Medicine Research Collective

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