What are the benefits of membership in this practice?

• Direct communication and access to the office by phone or email – 24/7
• Timely appointment with the doctor
• My continued commitment to personalized care with an emphasis on wellness, prevention, and early detection of disease
• Dedicated support staff
• Coordination of specialty referrals
• Telephone and in office consultation with family members

How does Personal Care Patient Program work with my Health Insurance?

Personal Care Patient Program is a membership program that is designed to work in conjunction with, not replace, your traditional health insurance.  The program is designed to work with commercial insurance plans and with Medicare.

1. Commercial Insurance (Non-Medicare, Non-HMO) Plans

If you are insured by a commercial insurance plan you must maintain your health insurance.  When you require care, your insurance will be billed at the Doctors’ usual and customary rate for your office visit and ancillary services.  My fee schedule will remain the same.

You will need to continue to use your commercial health insurance for any visits with medical specialists or for hospital and lab services. 

2. Medicare

If you are a Medicare recipient and Medicare is your primary health insurer you must maintain your Medicare coverage. When you require care, your insurance will be billed at the Doctors’ usual and customary rate for your office visit.  My fee schedule will remain the same.

You will need to continue to use Medicare for any visits with medical specialists or for hospital and lab services. 

I have a deductible.  Can the Annual Enrollment Fee be applied to my deductible?

No, the Annual Enrollment Fee cannot be applied to your insurance deductible.

However, if your employer has a Flex Plan (Section 125) or a Health Savings Account (HSA), you may be able to receive reimbursement for the Annual Enrollment Fee with these pre-tax dollars.  I recommend that you talk to your employer or tax advisor for more information about this.

Can the Annual Enrollment Fee be applied to my office visit co-pays?

No, the Annual Enrollment Fee cannot be applied to regular office visit co-pays.

Does my insurance cover the Annual Enrollment Fee?

Commercial insurance plans do not cover the Annual Enrollment Fee.

I visit the doctor just a few times a year.  Why should I enroll in the Personal Care Patient Program?

I believe health and prevention of disease should be a top priority. As one ages, there tends to be a greater need for healthcare.  I hope you will agree that this is a wise investment in your health.