Concierge medicine, a membership-based healthcare delivery model, has come a long way since it was first established over two decades ago. Today, countless patients are raving about it—that they finally have the solution to the long wait times, doctors who seem like strangers, and “cookie-cutter” health care.
If you’ve heard about concierge medicine and want to find out about how it could help you manage your family’s health, here’s some information to give you a better understanding of the benefits of this healthcare delivery model.
Your One-Stop Destination for Your Family’s Healthcare Needs
Concierge primary care practices provide a comprehensive range of services and help you save time by treating matters in-house, whenever possible, rather than having you drive to the ER or a specialist.
Concierge medicine allows you and your family to get standard healthcare services done under one roof— such as wellness exams, acute injury treatment, vaccinations, mole removal, among many others—sans the long wait times.
Seamless Care Coordination
If your concierge primary care physician deems that you or your child needs specialized care, they can also assist you in scheduling your appointments with your specialist. By facilitating seamless care coordination, your concierge doctor not only helps you avoid the hassles of scheduling appointments with your specialist/s; the close collaboration also allows them to efficiently evaluate the entire picture of your health and create an effective treatment plan. This translates into better health outcomes and overall experience for you and your family.
More Time with Your Doctor
Tired of worrying about feeling rushed—about having to rapidly rehash every symptom and relay every detail to your doctor within a seven- to ten-minute visit? With concierge primary care, you get at least half an hour for each appointment, which gives you and your family member enough time to talk comfortably with your physician.
Also, with more time at their disposal, your doctor is better equipped to formulate accurate diagnoses, deliver efficient care, and devise effective preventive healthcare strategies.
24/7/365 Access to Your Doctor’s Care for Your Loved Ones
Whether your spouse wakes you up with an upset stomach in the wee hours of the night, or your child gets hurt at their baseball practice on a weekend, concierge medicine allows you to have the care you need for your family when you need it. This assurance gives you peace of mind, knowing that you aren’t alone no matter what time of the day or night it is.
