5 Reasons to Switch to Concierge Medicine

Are you looking for a better experience when you visit the doctor? Perhaps you’ve spent hours in the waiting room to see your doctor for only a few minutes. 

Concierge medicine may be the health care approach you seek. At Premium Healthcare, LLC in Wilmington, Delaware, board-certified internist Dr. Stuart Felzer offers concierge medicine to patients who want a more personalized and accessible experience with their doctor. 

Here are five reasons to consider concierge medicine. 

1. Direct access to your physician 

Would you like the ability to call your doctor directly? With concierge medicine, you can. Dr. Felzer provides personal contact information and a direct line to our office staff. 

You won’t have to wait hours for a return call from a doctor who’s on call after hours or on the weekend. After hours, Dr. Felzer responds within 15-30 minutes. 

This exclusive level of access promotes a stronger relationship between you and your doctor, allowing for more immediate responses to health issues.

2. Prompt in-person appointments

When you’re sick or have an unexplained health problem, you don’t want to wait days or weeks to see your doctor, which can be the case in most traditional medical practices. With concierge medicine, you don’t have to wait.

Dr. Felzer leaves room in his schedule for same-day or next-day appointments for concierge patients. You get answers to your questions and concerns promptly, lowering the anxiety level that can mount with waiting.

Whether managing chronic conditions or dealing with a sudden illness, prompt treatment of an illness lessens the chance of complications. 

3. Longer, comprehensive appointments

Have you ever left a doctor’s office with questions unanswered? Many traditional medical practices allow the doctor to see you for only a few minutes because of a large patient load. You realize after you’ve left that you forgot to mention symptoms or concerns. 

Concierge appointments are longer. The doctor has more time to spend with you. 

Dr. Felzer provides comprehensive annual exams with a strong emphasis on preventive care. Your lifestyle and habits, including sleep, diet, stress level, relationships, and more, all factor into your overall health. 

Dr. Felzer can detect potential health problems early and work with you on a personalized care plan. Your time together creates a collaborative relationship where you feel comfortable asking questions and exploring the pros and cons of recommended treatments without feeling rushed. 

4. Personalized health care that meets your needs

Dr. Felzer treats patients aged 13 and older. He provides a wide range of personalized care, including geriatric care, adolescent health care, sports and DMV physical exams, and much more. You receive a preventive health exam along with your annual physical exam. 

You may also receive a neurological screening, prescription review and evaluation, vaccinations such as the flu and shingles shots, bone density tests, BMI calculation, and complete lifestyle review, among other possibilities, depending on your sex, age, and health. 

5. Superior patient advocacy 

The American health care system is complex. Our office ensures you get the care you need, from coordinating with specialists to handling insurance issues.

We help you navigate health care issues such as insurance precertification and reimbursement, ensuring your medical needs are met efficiently. Our advocacy can be particularly valuable if you manage multiple or complex health conditions.

If you’re looking for a more collaborative doctor-patient relationship, switching to concierge medicine could be the right choice for your health care needs.

Call Premium Healthcare, LLC today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Felzer to learn how concierge medicine can be tailored to your needs.