Concierge medicine memberships typically cost between $165 and $415 per month, though the range stretches from around $100 for basic direct primary care to $3,300 or more for invitation-only practices with very small patient panels. The variation comes down to how much access you get and how few patients your physician sees.
This guide breaks down pricing by membership tier, explains what drives the cost differences, and covers what’s actually included in the monthly fee so you can evaluate whether the investment makes sense for your situation.
What concierge medicine costs per month
Most concierge medicine memberships fall between $165 and $415 per month, which works out to roughly $2,000 to $5,000 per year. That said, the range is wide. Basic direct primary care plans start around $100 per month, while invitation-only practices with very small patient panels can run $1,200 to $3,300 or more monthly.
So what exactly are you paying for? Concierge medicine is a membership-based model where you pay a recurring fee for better access to your physician. In return, your doctor maintains a smaller patient list, which translates to longer appointments, faster scheduling, and often direct communication without going through a front desk.
The monthly cost depends on how much access you get, how few patients your physician sees, and what services come bundled into the membership.
Monthly pricing by concierge membership tier
The concierge medicine market breaks into four tiers. Each one reflects a different trade-off between cost, access, and service depth.
|
Tier |
Monthly Cost Range | Typical Panel Size | Key Features |
|
Direct Primary Care |
Lower end | Moderate | Flat fee, unlimited visits, no insurance billing |
| Standard Concierge | Mid-range | Smaller |
Same-day appointments, may bill insurance |
| Premium Concierge | Higher | Small |
Executive physicals, direct cell access, care coordination |
| Invitation-Only | Highest | Very limited |
24/7 access, house calls, international support |
Direct primary care monthly cost
Direct primary care (often called DPC) is the most affordable way into membership medicine. You pay a flat monthly fee that covers unlimited primary care visits, and the practice skips insurance billing entirely.
The trade-off is that DPC covers primary care only. For specialists, labs, imaging, or hospital stays, you still rely on your regular insurance or pay out of pocket. Think of DPC as a subscription for your general practitioner, not a replacement for your health plan.
Standard concierge medicine monthly cost
Standard concierge sits in the middle of the pricing spectrum. Physicians in this tier maintain smaller patient panels than traditional primary care, often a few hundred patients instead of a few thousand.
Your membership fee covers the access structure: same-day or next-day appointments, longer visits, and direct communication with your physician. Many standard concierge practices still bill insurance for the medical services themselves, so the fee is really paying for availability and time rather than the care itself.
Premium concierge medicine monthly cost
Premium memberships add executive-level services. You might receive a comprehensive annual physical with advanced diagnostics, care coordination across multiple specialists, and extended physician availability.
Panel sizes shrink further at this tier, and physicians often give out their direct cell phone number. The higher monthly investment reflects the additional time and resources dedicated to each patient.
Invitation-only concierge medicine monthly cost
At the top of the market, invitation-only practices limit enrollment to a very small number of patients, sometimes fewer than fifty. Memberships at this level include 24/7 direct physician access (not an answering service), house calls at your home or office, international telemedicine, and personalized care planning.
Beverly Hills Spine & Joint offers this model under Dr. Amin Javid, D.C. The membership is invitation-based, and enrollment stays limited so each patient receives the level of attention the model promises.
What drives the monthly cost of concierge medicine
Price variation across tiers follows a pattern. Five factors determine where a practice lands on the pricing spectrum.
Patient panel size
Fewer patients per physician means more time per patient. Traditional primary care physicians often manage panels of 2,000 to 3,000 patients. Concierge physicians may see a few hundred, and invitation-only practices may cap enrollment at a few dozen.
The math is simple: if a physician sees fewer patients, each patient pays more to sustain the practice.
Physician credentials and specialization
Board certifications, subspecialty training, academic affiliations, and published research all add value. A physician with a Yale VA clinical affiliation or peer-reviewed publications in PubMed brings specialized knowledge that justifies a higher fee.
You’re paying for expertise that took years to develop and that most physicians in the market do not have.
Level of access and 24/7 availability
There’s a real difference between “after-hours access” through an answering service and true direct physician access. Memberships that include the physician’s personal cell phone, text, and video availability cost more than those with limited coverage.
If you can reach your physician at 10 PM on a Saturday without going through a call center, that availability is built into the fee.
Treating the whole body is solely dependent upon having an intimate understanding of each of its individual parts. Mechanical dysfunction of non-traumatic origin is practically certain to cause — or be caused by — dysfunction in another region.
— Dr. Amin JavidGeographic market and Beverly Hills pricing
Location affects both overhead and market rates. Practices in Beverly Hills operate in a higher-cost market and serve patients who expect premium service and discretion.
A concierge membership in Beverly Hills will typically cost more than the same model in a smaller market, reflecting both the cost of doing business and the expectations of the patient population.
Advanced diagnostics and in-house technology
Some concierge practices include advanced diagnostic testing, imaging, or therapeutic modalities in-house. Having these capabilities on-site reduces referrals and wait times, but increases the membership cost.
If your physician can perform advanced assessments without sending you elsewhere, that capability is reflected in what you pay.
What is included in a monthly concierge membership
The membership fee covers access and service structure, not necessarily every medical expense. Here’s what members typically receive.
Same-day and next-day appointments
Priority scheduling with minimal wait times. You bypass the weeks-long wait common in traditional primary care. When you call in the morning, you can often be seen that afternoon.
Direct physician access by call, text, and video
You contact your physician directly without going through front desk staff or an answering service. Telemedicine is available for non-emergency questions, which means you can get guidance without an office visit.
House calls and on-location visits
Premium memberships include visits to your home, office, hotel, or production set. This is particularly valuable if you have a demanding schedule or prefer not to visit a clinic.
Care coordination and specialist referrals
Your concierge physician manages referrals, reviews specialist reports, and ensures continuity. The physician acts as the central point of contact for all your medical care, which prevents the fragmentation that often happens when you see multiple providers.
International and travel medicine support
Telemedicine across time zones, travel-coordinated care, and pre-travel planning. This is especially relevant for patients who travel frequently or who are visiting Beverly Hills from abroad, including patients from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the GCC region.
How insurance, HSA, and FSA work with concierge medicine
The relationship between membership fees and insurance confuses many patients. Here’s how it breaks down:
- Membership fee: Typically paid out of pocket and not covered by insurance
- Medical services: May still be billed to insurance depending on the practice model
- HSA and FSA: Some memberships qualify as a medical expense, though you’ll want to consult a tax professional to confirm eligibility
Concierge medicine does not replace insurance. You still need coverage for hospitalizations, emergencies, and specialists outside the practice.
Common misconceptions about monthly concierge fees
Four myths come up repeatedly:
- “Concierge medicine replaces insurance”: The membership fee is separate from insurance. Medical services may still be covered by your plan.
- “It’s only for the wealthy”: Direct primary care offers an affordable entry point for patients seeking better access.
- “You pay more for the same care”: The membership buys time, access, and continuity that traditional practices cannot offer with large patient panels.
- “Concierge doctors are just regular doctors who charge more”: The model requires a different practice structure, smaller panels, and physician availability that fundamentally changes the patient experience.
Who benefits most from a monthly concierge membership
Concierge medicine works well for patients whose time, privacy, or health complexity makes traditional primary care inadequate.
- Executives and founders with demanding schedules who cannot wait weeks for appointments
- Frequent travelers who need medical access across locations and time zones
- High-profile individuals who require discretion
- Patients with complex or chronic conditions who need more physician time
- International patients visiting Beverly Hills who need coordinated care during their stay
Is a monthly concierge membership worth the cost
Value depends on how you use healthcare. If you rarely need medical care and have no complex health needs, a concierge membership may not justify the expense.
On the other hand, patients who value time savings (avoiding urgent care and ER visits for non-emergencies), preventive care and early detection, reduced stress from direct access, and a physician who knows their full history often find the membership pays for itself in convenience and outcomes.
Concierge medicine membership at Beverly Hills Spine & Joint
Beverly Hills Spine & Joint offers an invitation-based concierge membership under Dr. Amin Javid, D.C., a nationally board-certified chiropractic physician with a Yale VA clinical affiliation and peer-reviewed publications in PubMed.
The membership includes:
- 24/7 direct access to Dr. Javid via call, text, or video
- Limited enrollment (invitation only)
- Same-day appointments and house calls at home, office, hotel, or production set
- Secure telemedicine from any time zone
- Baseline health assessment and personalized care planning
- Coordination for international patients, particularly those visiting from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the GCC
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FAQs about concierge medicine cost per month
How many patients does a concierge doctor usually have?
Concierge physicians typically maintain panels of a few hundred patients or fewer, compared to the thousands seen in traditional primary care. The smaller panel allows for longer appointments and direct physician access.
What is the downside to concierge medicine?
The primary limitation is cost, since the membership fee is paid out of pocket and may not be affordable for everyone. Patients who rarely need medical care may not use the membership enough to justify the expense.
Will insurance pay for concierge medicine membership fees?
Insurance does not typically cover the membership fee itself. Medical services provided during appointments may still be billed to insurance depending on the practice model.
Can concierge medicine include specialty care like spine or regenerative treatments?
Some practices offer specialty concierge memberships that focus on specific areas such as musculoskeletal care, spine treatment, or regenerative medicine. Beverly Hills Spine & Joint offers this model under Dr. Amin Javid, D.C.
Are concierge medicine memberships eligible for HSA or FSA funds?
Some concierge memberships qualify as a medical expense under HSA or FSA rules. Consult a tax professional to confirm eligibility for your specific plan.
Dr. Amin Javid, D.C. is a State and National Board Certified Chiropractic Physician who leads Beverly Hills Spine & Joint. He completed the Yale University Medical School affiliate rotation at the New Haven VA Hospital and publishes peer-reviewed research on human biomechanics indexed on PubMed Central (PMC11483166). He received the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council Award and earned recognition as a Top Chiropractor by Los Angeles Magazine. His work has been featured in Vogue, Women's Health, and CNN. He is also the physician who formulated Leniva Pain-Relief Balm — an FDA OTC Registered Drug with four active ingredients and 23 botanical extracts.