You might have heard of concierge medicine but wonder what it’s truly all about. A concierge doctor can also be called a personal primary care physician or a VIP physician because the healthcare you will receive is spectacular.
Let’s talk about what a concierge doctor does, how this type of medical practice is different from other medical practices, and where you can go in the North Bethesda area for this excellent service.
What Is a Concierge Doctor?
A concierge doctor is a primary care physician who offers their services in a much more personalized way than other doctors do because they charge a fee for this special VIP medical service. Some concierge physicians charge an annual upfront membership fee, while others have a monthly retainer fee.
Some concierge doctors bill insurance in addition to the membership fee. (Here at North Bethesda Primary Care, we don’t!)
Most doctors love working with their patients but have found it necessary to pack their offices with patients – and have short visits with each patient – in order to cover the frequent loss of reimbursements from insurance companies. This reality has decreased patient satisfaction as the physician often seems to rush each appointment.
Now, with concierge doctors, the membership fee allows the physician to have a limited number of patients. They don’t have to cram patients into the office. They can spend more time with each patient and address medical problems that another physician might have otherwise overlooked.
Many patients are willing to pay this membership fee for the increased access, attention, and personalized service they receive from their concierge doctor. Many patients can see their concierge physician the same day or the next day for urgent health issues. This service is where the term “boutique medical practice” started.
What Does a Concierge Doctor Do?
Concierge doctors provide the same medical services as any primary care physician. They treat all types of health conditions and can provide and order laboratory testing and imaging services.
All concierge doctors are fully licensed medical doctors. Their education isn’t different than any other physician. They complete medical school and go through internships and residencies as all other doctors are required to do.
Benefits of Seeing a Concierge Doctor
One of the most significant benefits is much shorter wait times for an appointment to see the doctor. Plus, concierge medicine often includes direct portal and/or phone access to your physician, and you will probably frequently be able to receive your answers directly without even needing a visit.
Another benefit is that your fee includes a generous number of in-person visits. So, you won’t have to pay for each visit to the office.
One of the most wonderful benefits of having a concierge doctor is that you can develop a personal relationship with your physician. You will actually get to know each other. The concierge physician has plenty of time to spend with you, evaluating your health concerns and answering questions. They can discuss your medical history and even that of your family. This type of appointment allows the concierge physician to detect health problems sooner.
Concierge Medical Practice in North Bethesda, Maryland
Dr. Adam Possner at North Bethesda Primary Care is a trusted concierge doctor. Dr. Possner offers both in-person and telehealth visits, and access via phone for urgent issues outside regular business hours.
If this kind of personalized medical care sounds interesting to you, call us today at (301) 941-4414 or fill out our online contact form to schedule your 30-minute complimentary meeting with Dr. Possner. This meeting will allow you to meet Dr. Possner and ask him any questions you have about what a concierge doctor can do for you.
Get more attention and personalized care from your primary care physician with North Bethesda Primary Care. No more long waits. We look forward to hearing from you!
