Access to your physician for emergencies 24/7 – Medicine has evolved into a big business where office staff does not answer phones; instead, automated systems are in place. In a concierge practice, patients are given the direct number to their physician, allowing quick follow-up and easy access to your physician.
House Calls/Telemedicine Visits – It is more convenient for patients with difficulty leaving their homes, and house calls are informative for physicians. Concierge Physicians can experience what day-to-day is like in their patients’ homes and set up more appropriate treatment plans.
Increased Time Spent with Patients – Concierge Physicians do not see patients every 10 minutes like traditional medical practices. Concierge Practices dedicate the time needed to form relationships with their patients/families and collaborate care with other specialties when needed. Better patient compliance and reduced hospitalizations occur when physicians are given the time to practice medicine.
Transparent Pricing – Without insurance companies meddling in the medical practice, the pricing can be concise with no hidden fees.
Patients do not give up anything – Since concierge practices do not opt into traditional insurance, such as Medicare, patients can continue those relationships with other healthcare professionals within their medical plan.