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[quote=Anonymous]I left my doctor when she went concierge. When my work situation became insanely demanding, I returned bc it made one aspect of my life easier: short commute, same day or next day appointments, prompt call backs with test results, etc. After a health scare, I realized I needed someone to coordinate analysis of issues/concerns. Also, I have two young’s 20s kids who are working short term I retesting gigs in various locations. They call in for appointments when in town, prescription renewals when away, etc. That triples the value for me rn bc they are still on our health insurance and I don’t pay extra for them.

Is it worth it long term? I’m really not sure. Paying $2,200 annually just to get an appointment feels like a lot. It probably saves me a couple of hours of commute time and wait time for each visit.I guess it depends what else is available.

My father visited patients in hospital every afternoon and made house calls every night after office hours. He charged a few bucks and didn’t have malpractice insurance. That world’s gone.
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