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Originally Posted by Yorio
Since spending more time in TV, got rid of country club membership north; however recently, we were "forced" to join dues paying medical facility. It's called MDVIP based in Boca Raton. I am told that our doctor can not see so many patients, he is reducing patient load to 400 from 2000 plus. Have you heard about fee paying primary care physicians? This MDVIP is for profit organization since it is now owned by Proctor & Gamble. We'll have to pay $1650 a year PER PERSON. As far as I can judge, our doctor will not be doing anything more than what he has been doing previously as he is a very conscientious doctor. MDVIP says they'll do more but those things seem like frills. We feel like our doctors have been hijacked but guess from the doctors point of view, he can make just as much with reduced patient load. If you are in this or similar program, appreciate sharing your views.
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I have heard and read about this type of medical care. It's generally known as "concierge medical service". But MDVIP is a good name for it too. Once you're in it you will be treated like a VIP. 400 patients is typical and that means you never have to make an appointment. You just walk in and the doctor will see you. Not only that but the doctor will not rush you; you'll get all the time you need. Having plenty of time helps as far as getting a correct diagnosis. Another good feature is that you will be allowed as many visits as you deem necessary. The yearly fee of $1650 is a little less than average.
Across the country, fees range from $50 per month to as much as $10,000 or $15,000 yearly.
I believe the new Villages Health Center(s) will be run this way too.