Concierge Care
Concierge care with a functional medicine perspective
Educational information only. This is not medical advice.
Concierge care at Celeste Clinica is a higher-touch membership for patients who want more time and a broader evaluation of complex or persistent health concerns. It incorporates a functional medicine approach: looking at history, lifestyle, potential contributing factors, and patterns that may not have been fully explored in shorter visits.
Why patients choose this level of care
Not every practice is structured the same way. Some patients have seen multiple physicians over years without clear answers. This membership is built for situations where more time, persistence, and a willingness to look beyond the most common explanations may be helpful. Your physician reviews information before and after visits to investigate possible contributing factors rather than focusing only on symptom management.
What the membership includes
- Direct, priority access to your physician
- Extended visits that allow deeper discussion of symptoms and history
- Time spent reviewing records and considering contributing factors before and after appointments
- Functional medicine perspective alongside conventional primary care
- Ongoing partnership for patients dealing with long-standing or uncommon concerns
Membership fees
- Individual$990 / month
- Individual + Spouse$1,450 / month
- Family$1,990 / month
These fees reflect the smaller panel size, extended time per patient, and the additional review work that occurs outside the visit itself. The membership is not insurance. Additional services or programs are discussed individually after a physician evaluation.
Concierge Care and insurance
Educational information only.
Celeste Clinica offers two membership models, and they handle insurance differently.
Direct Primary Care
The monthly membership fee covers the defined primary care services. The practice does not bill insurance for those membership-covered services.
Concierge Care
Most Concierge patients continue to use their insurance. The membership fee pays for enhanced access and preventive services that insurance typically does not cover, for example additional time, advanced wellness evaluation and certain screenings. For other medical services, such as sick visits, the physician continues to bill the patient's insurance and collect applicable copays, coinsurance or deductibles, the same way a traditional practice does.
Common questions
Does my insurance cover the Concierge membership fee?
No. The membership fee is for services not typically covered by insurance and is not reimbursable by insurance.
My insurance already covers an annual physical. Why the Concierge wellness evaluation?
The Concierge evaluation includes additional testing and discussion beyond a standard physical. The results are used, together with time spent with your physician, to create a more detailed picture of health risks and a personalized plan.
Where are the tests performed?
Most tests and screenings are performed in the office. Some blood work may be sent to a local laboratory.
Can I use my HSA or FSA to pay the membership fee?
You may be able to use an HSA, FSA, HRA, or MSA for the membership fee after the wellness services have been provided. Eligibility depends on your specific plan and current IRS rules. Please check with your plan administrator or tax advisor before submitting a claim. The practice can provide a statement of services if requested. Note that the fee generally cannot be paid directly with an FSA debit or credit card.
Can I get a refund if I cancel?
Refund eligibility depends on the terms of your signed membership agreement and whether the Concierge wellness services have already been performed. Please refer to your membership agreement or contact the practice for the specific policy that applies to your enrollment.
Educational information only. This content does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Memberships are not health insurance. All care requires a physician consultation. Results vary and no outcomes are guaranteed. Telehealth services have limitations; seek emergency care when needed.
Concierge Care membership interest form
This form is only an expression of interest. Please do not include medical information here. Care begins after a physician consult, and intake forms are completed securely at that time.
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