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[jonesy5960]

Anybody ever heard of this? My GP doctor is converting his practice from a traditional family medical practice to this model where he severely limits the number of patients he'll see and offer same/next day visits without the usual time constraints. In addition he works with you to develop a set of baselines from various diagnostic testing to monitor your health progress.

I've had this doctor for 20+ years and he's been great so I hate to lose him, but he's charging $3,200 per year for this service. The whole thing has left a sour taste in my mouth. Anybody have any experience with these services?

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[Formerly Rockymtnole]

Anybody ever heard of this? My GP doctor is converting his practice from a traditional family medical practice to this model where he severely limits the number of patients he'll see and offer same/next day visits without the usual time constraints. In addition he works with you to develop a set of baselines from various diagnostic testing to monitor your health progress.

I've had this doctor for 20+ years and he's been great so I hate to lose him, but he's charging $3,200 per year for this service. The whole thing has left a sour taste in my mouth. Anybody have any experience with these services?

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$3,200 pays for a lot of urgent care copays. Not sure anything else needs same day or next day availability.

 

[RicoSuave102954]

In a few locations here in Iowa that I am aware this was tried and in about 1 year the offices closed, and the Dr's went back into a traditional family practice.

 

[GOHOX69]

Anybody ever heard of this? My GP doctor is converting his practice from a traditional family medical practice to this model where he severely limits the number of patients he'll see and offer same/next day visits without the usual time constraints. In addition he works with you to develop a set of baselines from various diagnostic testing to monitor your health progress.

I've had this doctor for 20+ years and he's been great so I hate to lose him, but he's charging $3,200 per year for this service. The whole thing has left a sour taste in my mouth. Anybody have any experience with these services?

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Yes it's common these days. It's called concierge medicine.

 

[jamesvanderwulf]

Yes it's common these days. It's called concierge medicine.

That's what my Dr. did. He and I were classmates in HS and he wanted 150/month. I passed as it seemed that specialists were all I ever need anyway. No ragrets...

 

[jonesy5960]

That's what my Dr. did. He and I were classmates in HS and he wanted 150/month. I passed as it seemed that specialists were all I ever need anyway. No ragrets...

$150/mo is about half of what my doctor is asking for.

You sure you have no ragrets? Not even one?

 

[DirtyJohns97]

The whole thing has left a sour taste in my mouth

According to webmd, that is most likely acid reflux, but you should really consult a doctor to be sure.

 

[desihawk]

would be nice if some such model sticks particularly if insurance can be side-stepped to benefit both patient and doctor.