Concierge Doctors in Asheville, NC
10 concierge and direct primary care practices — average membership:
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does concierge medicine cost in Asheville?
Is Asheville mostly DPC or concierge?
Are there integrative medicine concierge options in Asheville?
How do I find a concierge doctor in Asheville?
Quick Facts: Concierge Medicine in Asheville
- Practices on NextMD: 10
- Doctors: 24
- Average membership: $109/mo
- Metro population: 477,000 (2025)
- Most affordable option: $100/mo (RiverRock Clinic, DPC)
- Smallest patient panel: 300 patients per doctor (Blue Ridge Premier Medicine)
- Practice density: 1 practice per 48,000 residents
- Major hospital systems: Mission Health (HCA Healthcare)
About Concierge Medicine in Asheville
Asheville is a mountain city with a wellness culture that punches well above its weight class. The metro has a population of approximately 477,000 (as of 2025) and supports 10 concierge medicine and direct primary care (DPC) practices on NextMD, with 24 doctors. The average membership is $109/mo per month.
The market is almost entirely DPC, which is unusual. Four of five practices use the DPC model. Ashewell Medical Group (4 physicians, 500-patient cap, in-house pharmacy), Lantern Health (6 physicians, two locations), and RiverRock Clinic ($100/month with osteopathic and integrative therapies) serve a health-conscious population drawn to the area's outdoor lifestyle and wellness culture.
Blue Ridge Premier Medicine, founded in 2010, was Asheville's first concierge practice. It limits panels to 300 patients per doctor with 2 to 3 hour comprehensive physicals. They accept Medicare and commercial insurance alongside the concierge fee.
Biltmore Forest, adjacent to Asheville, has a median household income of approximately $174,000, the highest of any municipality in North Carolina.
What Does Concierge Medicine Cost in Asheville?
For a national comparison, see how concierge medicine pricing works across the US. Asheville is moderately priced with a strong DPC orientation.
| Practice Model | Typical Cost | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Direct primary care (DPC) | $100 to $149/month | Flat monthly fee, no copays, same-day access, integrative services |
| Concierge medicine | Annual retainer + insurance | 300-patient cap, 2 to 3 hour physicals, hospital coordination |
Practices with Published Pricing
- RiverRock Clinic (Asheville). $100 per month (6-month minimum). DPC. Founded 2023. Osteopathic manual therapy, pranic healing, cranial-sacral therapy. Single physician.
- Lantern Health (Asheville, 2 locations). $110 per month individual, $100 per month spouse/partner, $75 per month per child. DPC. Six physicians. Founded 2018. Prenatal care, deliveries, sports medicine, LGBTQ health.
- Ashewell Medical Group (Asheville). $149 per month. DPC. Four physicians. 500-patient cap. In-house pharmacy at wholesale. Behavioral health services. MEND Health hormone therapy and weight management. 24/7 telehealth.
- Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville (Asheville, 2 locations). Monthly fee plus $80 enrollment. DPC. Three physicians. Health coaches, herbalist, nutritionist. 30% supplement discount.
Other Notable Practices
- Blue Ridge Premier Medicine (Asheville). Concierge. Five physicians. 300-patient cap. Asheville's first concierge practice (2010). Accepts Medicare and commercial insurance. 2 to 3 hour comprehensive physicals. Hospital admissions and nursing facility coordination.
How to Choose a Concierge Doctor in Asheville
- This is a DPC market. Four of five practices use the DPC model. If you are new to DPC, learn about what direct primary care is and how it works.
- Integrative and holistic options are stronger here than most cities. RiverRock offers osteopathic and pranic healing. Integrative Family Medicine includes herbalists and health coaches. Asheville's wellness culture is reflected in its medical practices.
- Blue Ridge Premier is the only traditional concierge. Five physicians, 300-patient cap, accepts insurance. If you want the concierge model with hospital coordination, this is the option. Our guide on how to choose the right concierge or DPC doctor covers the key factors.
- Lantern Health is the largest. Six physicians across two locations covering prenatal through adult care, sports medicine, and LGBTQ health. At $110/month, it offers the broadest scope of any DPC in the market.
