Understanding Concierge Medicine

Concierge medicine pricing varies dramatically based on service level, physician reputation, and included testing. This guide breaks down what different tiers cost and what you get at each level.

The model is simple: patients pay annual retainers for access, time, and personalization that insurance-based medicine can’t provide. But pricing ranges from $2,000 for basic access to $100,000+ for comprehensive longevity programs from physicians like Peter Attia.

Pricing Tiers

Basic Concierge ($2,000-$5,000/year)

• Same-day or next-day appointments
• Extended visits (30-45 minutes vs. 15)
• Direct physician phone/email access
• Annual physical with basic bloodwork
• Care coordination for specialists

Best for: those wanting better access without extensive testing

Premium Concierge ($5,000-$15,000/year)

• Everything in basic tier
• Comprehensive annual assessment
• Advanced biomarker testing (50+ markers)
• Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
• Specialist referral management

Best for: health-conscious individuals wanting proactive care

Executive Health ($15,000-$30,000/year)

• Full-day comprehensive evaluation
• Advanced imaging (coronary calcium, full-body MRI options)
• Genetic testing and interpretation
• Quarterly check-ins and protocol adjustments
• Travel medicine and house calls

Best for: executives and high-performers wanting optimization

Elite Longevity ($30,000-$100,000+/year)

• Comprehensive healthspan protocols
• 200+ biomarker testing
• Advanced cardiovascular assessment
• VO2 max and metabolic testing
• DEXA body composition
• Cognitive assessment
• Personalized longevity protocols
• Ongoing optimization and monitoring

Best for: those seeking maximum healthspan extension. Practices like Peter Attia’s Early Warning Labs operate at this level.

Notable Practices and Their Models

Early Warning Labs (Peter Attia)

Reportedly $100,000+ annually. Comprehensive longevity focus with advanced testing, personalized protocols, and ongoing optimization. Waiting list for new patients. Full profile →

Strong Medical (Gabrielle Lyon)

Concierge practice focused on muscle-centric medicine. Serves executives, athletes, and those seeking metabolic optimization. Full profile →

The UltraWellness Center (Mark Hyman)

Functional medicine focus. Comprehensive evaluation followed by personalized protocols. Premium pricing for Dr. Hyman’s integrative approach. Full profile →

What You’re Actually Buying

Time

Insurance-based physicians see 20-30 patients daily. Concierge doctors see 4-8. This math determines visit length and attention quality.

Access

Direct phone/text to your physician. No waiting weeks for appointments. This access has real value during health crises.

Proactive Care

Concierge practices focus on preventing disease, not just treating it. Advanced testing catches problems early when intervention is most effective.

Coordination

Your concierge physician manages specialist referrals, reviews all results, and ensures nothing falls through cracks.

Is It Worth the Cost?

Depends on your situation:

Worth It If:

• Your time is valuable enough that same-day access matters
• You want proactive optimization, not just disease treatment
• You have complex health issues requiring coordination
• You value physician relationship and personalization
• You can afford it without financial strain

May Not Be Worth It If:

• You’re generally healthy and rarely need care
• You’re comfortable with standard insurance-based medicine
• The cost creates financial stress
• You’d rather allocate funds to other health investments

Finding Concierge Providers

Options for locating concierge physicians:

• MDVIP: National network of concierge practices
• Specialty searches: “Concierge medicine” + your city
• Longevity clinics: Search for healthspan-focused practices
• Referrals: Ask successful people who they see

For Hamptons-area options, see our Hamptons Executive Wellness Guide.