Doctor and Patient

CONCIERGE MEDICINE

Doctor and Patient

BENEFITS

Direct Access To Dr. Edwards 

Every patient in the concierge program will receive Dr. Edwards personal cell phone number and you may call, text or email 24/7

Exclusive concierge-only phone line with secure texting capability for appointments.

Personal Care Coordinator for scheduling appointments and continuity of care

Same/next day virtual or in-person appointments

BENEFITS (not covered by insurance)

Direct Access To Dr. Edwards 

Every patient in the concierge program will receive Dr. Edwards personal cell phone number and you may call or text 24/7

Exclusive concierge-only phone line with secure texting capability for appointments.

Personal Care Coordinator for scheduling appointments and continuity of care when you see specialists

Same/next day virtual or in-person appointments (including evenings and weekends)

Little to no wait times

24 hour turnaround for medication refills and prior authorizations (if indicated)

Monthly fee of $75 per person (discounts for families)

Doctors

DIRECT PRIMARY CARE

BENEFITS

No Insurance, No Problem!

Comprehensive Annual Physical Exam

No additional copays or office visit fees

Unlimited in-person and video visits

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Huge discounts on bloodwork, imaging and in office procedures

The same benefits of the concierge program with the following included:

Trusted network of Specialists with fair, affordable pricing

Monthly fee of: $75 per person (discounts for families)

Doctor's Appointment

*This does not replace insurance

Frequently asked questions

DO I NEED TO ENROLL IN A MEMBERSHIP PLAN TO BE SEEN AS A PATIENT?

YES. All patients who want Dr. Edwards as their primary care doctor are required to enroll in one of our membership plans. An affordable, low monthly fee applies.



CAN DPC (DIRECT PRIMARY CARE) REPLACE HEALTH INSURANCE?

No. It does not. You are recommended to maintain insurance for hospital visits, etc.



WHAT IS CONCIERGE MEDICINE?

Concierge medicine provides patients with enhanced and efficient experience that treatment seems beyond the doctor's office. Members pay a bill monthly fee, around the cost of a cell phone bill to have services provided that are not covered by insurance. In addition to this fee, your insurance is billed and you are responsible for any co-pays, call insurances and deductibles. You may also use your insurance for lab work, imaging and hospital stays.



WHAT IS DIRECT PRIMARY CARE?

Direct primary care is a new type of outpatient medical care that has been on the rise for the last 5 to 10 years. It completely skips billing the insurance company and charges patients one flat fee per month that covers a large amount of outpatient services such as office visits, some preventive testing and bloodwork. The doctor is able to work with vendors to find you the most affordable pricing for imaging and blood work.



CAN I CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP?

Yes. Providing 30 days notice, you may cancel either your DPC or concierge membership in writing with an original signature. The concierge program requires a 3 month enrollment prior to cancellation. The DPC membership requires a 1 year committment prior to cancellation.



CAN I REJOIN AT A LATER TIME?

Yes but a re-enrollment fee and a waiting period of 6 months is required.



CAN THE PRACTICE DISCONTINUE MY MEMBERSHIP?

Yes, in the case of failure to pay for concierge services, fraud, failure to comply with treatment plans, two or more no-shows or abusive behavior toward Dr. Edwards or her staff. Per Texas Medical Board guidelines, you will be able to receive emergency care for 30 days from the date that you are notified that your membership is terminated.



WHAT IF I’M STILL UNSURE IF MEMBERSHIP MEDICINE IS RIGHT FOR ME?

You can book a free virtual meet and greet with Dr. Edwards using one of the links above or you can call the office at 512-491-1082.



HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Schedule a free meet and greet with Dr. Edwards. During this visit, you will be provided with the details of the concierge program, review of the concierge contract and the ability to ask Dr. Edwards any questions you may have about the program. Once you have been signed up, your first appointment will be scheduled.



HOW SOON CAN I BE SEEN?

As soon as possible!