Often, visiting your doctor can seem like a chore. You may have to remind them of the medications you are on, or of the symptoms that led them to prescribe those medications in the first place. It’s sometimes stressful to ask for or schedule a specialty exam or procedure, only to find that your insurance may not cover it at a particular location. The entire experience can leave you feeling drained. And that’s after just one doctor visit. What if you see multiple doctors in a month? You may feel overwhelmed, and you’re not alone. Many patients are frustrated with the impersonal and hurried service of the health care system today. If you feel this way, read on. A concierge doctor may be exactly who you need.

What is concierge medicine?

Concierge medicine is an innovative model of medical practice that puts the patient at the center of the health care experience. Under concierge care, the patient secures unprecedented access to their physician. This access often leads to a stronger personal relationship between physician and patient, and to less stress and a more relaxed overall lifestyle.

And a concierge doctor does all the legwork for you. With concierge services, patients receive personalized, attentive medical care from one dedicated doctor who is familiar with their medical history and unique health goals. Basically, a concierge doctor is like the quarterback for the entire offense that is your health care plan. A concierge doctor will pull together all of your test results and the list of all your medications, and will handle the scheduling on your behalf. They act as a one-stop shop for your routine doctor visits.

Concierge medicine is recognized by the American Medical Association and by the state medical boards where these practices operate.

Benefits of concierge medicine

A concierge doctor will provide you with the highest level of care, on the schedule of your choosing. There can be many benefits to having a concierge doctor manage your health. Here are some of the basic benefits our patients at Legacy Medical enjoy:

  • 24/7 personalized priority access
  • Same-day appointments
  • Direction of care with medical specialists
  • Virtual visits if preferred
  • Minimal or no wait times
  • A physician affiliated with Jupiter Medical Center and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

In addition to the basic benefits above, a concierge doctor may provide additional benefits as part of your membership. Some of the additional benefits we provide our patients at Legacy Medical include:

  • An annual executive physical with extended time
  • Coordination of patient care with specialists
  • ECG in the office
  • In-office blood draws and lab work
  • Rapid flu, COVID-19 and strep testing
  • Telehealth visits

Compassionate and attentive care

Concierge medicine serves people who insist on the highest caliber of medical service. Because we limit patient enrollment, we are able to provide the kind of personalized and attentive care that every patient deserves. Whereas most physicians in a standard practice see 20 to 30 patients a day, concierge practices typically see six to ten. A smaller schedule leaves room for urgent and same-day appointments and more time with each patient at every visit.

As a member, you receive 24/7 access, 365 days a year, to personalized, compassionate and extraordinary care.

Is having a concierge doctor expensive?

At Legacy Medical, we strive to keep membership rates reasonable and affordable.

An alternative to the standard health care experience

If you feel that you need one doctor to manage all of the facets of your health plan, a concierge doctor may be right for you.

This article is general information, not advice for your situation. Members can call the office with questions about their own care.