FAQ
Whether you’re exploring concierge medicine for the first time or comparing your options, these frequently asked questions provide helpful information about our membership, physician access, and comprehensive approach to personalized healthcare and longevity.
What defines your practice model?
We operate within a membership-based structure with deliberately limited patient volume.
This allows for direct physician access, extended consultation time, and continuous clinical oversight.
How does your approach differ from traditional primary care?
Care is continuous, not episodic. Access is direct, not mediated.
Decisions are made with full clinical context, supported by time, access, and continuity.
Do patients need to be members to receive care?
Yes. Care is provided within a defined membership structure.
This ensures consistent access, continuity, and the level of physician involvement required.
What does membership provide?
Membership supports direct physician access, extended consultations, and coordinated oversight of care.
It allows for proactive management, timely evaluation, and consistent follow-through.
Do you offer preventive and longevity-focused care?
Yes. Care includes structured preventive evaluation, risk assessment, and strategies designed to maintain long-term health and function.
How are diagnostics and testing utilized?
Testing is selected with clinical intent.
Each evaluation is chosen to inform a decision, guide management, or clarify risk.
Do you coordinate care with specialists?
Yes. We manage referrals, share relevant clinical information, and maintain oversight across all aspects of care to ensure continuity.
How is communication handled?
Communication is direct and accessible.
Patients may reach the practice through phone, text, email, or a secure application, depending on clinical needs.
Is care available outside of standard hours?
Yes. Physician access is available for urgent concerns outside regular office hours, allowing for timely evaluation and guidance.
Do you accept health insurance?
We do not bill insurance for services provided within the practice.
Insurance may be used for services outside the practice, including laboratory testing, imaging, and specialist care.
Can patients with Medicare participate?
Yes. Patients with Medicare may participate.
Medicare is not billed for services provided within the practice. Coverage is typically maintained for external services.
What type of patients is this practice best suited for?
This model is best suited for individuals who value direct access, continuity, and a proactive approach to health.
It is particularly appropriate for those seeking clarity in complex or ongoing medical concerns.
Where is Your Private Physician located?
Our office is conveniently located in Clearwater, Florida, providing easy access for patients throughout the Tampa Bay area. We are just minutes from major highways, making it simple to reach us from neighboring communities while enjoying the convenience of a centrally located concierge medical practice.
What areas do you serve?
We proudly serve patients throughout Tampa Bay, including Clearwater, Tampa, Safety Harbor, Oldsmar, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Odessa, Westchase, Countryside, Belleair, Largo, St. Petersburg, and surrounding communities. Many of our members travel from across the region because they value direct physician access, personalized preventive care, and a higher standard of concierge medicine.
Is your practice convenient for patients coming from Tampa, Westchase, Odessa, or Trinity?
Yes. Our Clearwater office is centrally located and easily accessible from Tampa, Westchase, Odessa, Trinity, and surrounding communities via major roadways. Approximately 60% of our patients live in Pinellas County, while 40% travel from the Tampa, Westchase, Odessa, and Trinity areas because they value physician-led concierge care and direct access to their doctor.
Once your physician knows you and your medical history, many questions, follow-up discussions, medication adjustments, and care recommendations can often be handled by phone, text, or secure email, reducing the need for unnecessary trips to the office. When imaging, laboratory testing, or specialist care is needed, we coordinate those services as close to your home as possible whenever practical.
How do I become a patient?
Admission begins with a consultation to determine alignment with the practice model.
This ensures the structure of care meets your needs and expectations.
