A concierge practice mailed you its membership agreement last week, and the annual fee is printed in bold on the first page. However, you can’t tell from that page whether your lab work and flu shot are part of it. So, before you sign up for a concierge doctor membership in Annandale, VA, you’d like to know which costs the fee covers and which still go to your insurance. Here’s what Healthline says, along with how vaccines and labs work at Annandale Primary Care.
Will I Still Need Insurance With a Concierge Membership?
According to Healthline, you pay an annual fee or retainer directly to the practice, usually upfront. Healthline adds that members typically get same-day visits and longer appointments, and that many concierge doctors offer home visits. Fees vary by location, the doctor’s experience and the services included, the article notes, and some now reach $10,000 a year.
Yes. According to Healthline, the fee doesn’t cover hospital visits, specialist care or emergency services, so you’ll likely still need insurance for lab tests and hospital stays. In addition, insurance and Medicare don’t pay the fee itself. Some practices bill insurance for certain services, so Healthline suggests you confirm the details before you sign.
Can I Cancel a Concierge Membership Midyear?
Healthline doesn’t cover contract terms, so the answer is in your agreement. Keep in mind that Healthline notes patients usually pay the fee upfront. So, in the event the agreement doesn’t spell out refunds, renewal dates or household plans, ask the office to put its answers in writing before you pay.
At Annandale Primary Care, we accept most insurance plans. Dr. Connie Le leads our team, and our vaccination page notes that our doctors can help bring your vaccines up to date. Also, your diabetes labs and cholesterol checks stay with the same team, at our offices on Evergreen Lane in Annandale and Old Lee Highway in Fairfax.
Schedule Your Visit at Annandale Primary Care
You’ll leave your first visit knowing how your care and costs work here, so you can compare them with any membership agreement line by line. Call Annandale Primary Care at (703) 642-6633 to book your appointment.