Concierge Doctors in Chicago Metro
Including Chicago, Evanston, Winnetka, Wilmette, Northfield, Glenview, Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove, Mundelein, Bannockburn, Gurnee
78 concierge and direct primary care practices — average membership:
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does concierge medicine cost in Chicago?
Does Northwestern Medicine have a concierge program?
Are there concierge doctors on the North Shore?
What is the difference between concierge medicine and DPC in Chicago?
Do Chicago concierge doctors accept insurance?
How do I find a concierge doctor in Chicago?
Quick Facts: Concierge Medicine in Chicago
- Practices on NextMD: 78
- Doctors: 166
- Average membership: $157/mo
- Metro population: 9.4 million (2025)
- Most affordable option: $199/mo (ImagineMD, DPC, 4 locations)
- Smallest patient panel: 50 patients per doctor (MD2 Chicago Lake Shore)
- Practice density: 1 practice per 121,000 residents
- Avg physician wait time (traditional care): 31 days national average (AMN Healthcare, 2025)
- Major hospital systems: Northwestern Medicine, Rush University, Advocate Health
About Concierge Medicine in Chicago
Chicago's concierge medicine market is anchored by Northwestern Medicine, whose flagship hospital has been ranked number one in Illinois for 14 consecutive years by US News. Northwestern operates its own concierge program, Personal Physician Care, on the Magnificent Mile with a second location in Lake Forest. Combined with a strong independent concierge market and one of the wealthiest suburban corridors in the country along the North Shore, Chicago offers 78 concierge medicine and direct primary care (DPC) practices listed on NextMD, with 166 doctors.
The Chicago metro has a population of approximately 9.4 million (as of 2025). The average membership is $157/mo per month, reflecting a market that skews toward concierge and performance health over DPC.
Beyond Northwestern, Rush University Medical Center and Advocate Health (the largest system in Illinois) round out the hospital landscape. The Raby Institute for Integrative Medicine at Northwestern brings functional and integrative medicine into the Northwestern system. Chicago also has MD2, which limits each physician to 50 families, operating on Lake Shore Drive.
What Does Concierge Medicine Cost in Chicago?
The average membership across the Chicago metro is $157/mo per month. Chicago skews higher than many midwestern markets because of its strong concierge (versus DPC) orientation and the affluent North Shore suburbs. For a national comparison, see how concierge medicine pricing works across the US.
| Practice Model | Typical Cost | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Direct primary care (DPC) | $199/month | Flat monthly fee, no copays, same-day access, messaging, 80% of care in-house |
| Concierge medicine | $3,000 to $6,300/year | Annual retainer, small panels, extended visits, 24/7 access |
| Hospital-affiliated concierge | Varies | Northwestern or affiliated physician, specialist coordination |
| Specialty/performance | $4,299+/year | Dermatology, integrative medicine, executive health |
Practices with Published Pricing
DPC:
- ImagineMD (Chicago, 4 locations). $199 per month. Five-physician DPC practice that keeps 80% of care in-house. Four locations across the metro offer geographic convenience.
Concierge:
- ASPIRE Internal Medicine (Northbrook). $4,000 per year. Two-physician concierge practice with same-day appointments and North Shore accessibility.
- Dr. David K. Zich, MD (Chicago). $4,000 to $6,000 per year. Dual board-certified in internal medicine and emergency medicine. 24/7 access. A physician who understands both sides of the ER door.
- Innovative Vitality (Chicago). $250 per month. Five-physician concierge practice focused on longevity, weight management, and hormone optimization.
- SHIFT (Chicago). $3,000 to $6,300 per year. Four-physician practice integrating concierge medicine with fitness and nutrition. VO2 max testing, body composition, and personalized exercise programming. A model that blurs the line between concierge medicine and performance health.
Specialty:
- Tone Dermatology (Chicago). $4,299 per year. Specialty concierge focused on dermatology. 300-patient cap. AI-assisted skin analysis.
Other Notable Practices
- MD2 Chicago Lake Shore (Chicago). Two physicians. 50-patient cap per doctor. No telemedicine. The most exclusive panel in the market.
- Northwestern Medicine Personal Physician Care (Chicago, 737 N Michigan Ave, 22nd floor, and Lake Forest). Internal medicine with five physicians. Annual membership with 30 to 120 minute visits, same-day or next-day scheduling, and a 25% discount on Northwestern's integrative medicine services.
- Northwestern Medicine Executive Health (Chicago). Eight-physician performance health program offering comprehensive eight-hour annual executive physicals with advanced diagnostics.
- Raby Institute for Integrative Medicine at Northwestern (Chicago). Five clinicians offering functional and integrative medicine including acupuncture within the Northwestern system.
- Donohoe Pediatrics (Chicago). Four-physician concierge pediatric practice. Includes newborn home visits.
Types of Concierge and DPC Practices in Chicago
Concierge medicine is the dominant model in the Chicago market. Practices charge annual retainers ($3,000 to $6,300+ per year) and limit patient panels. Extended appointments of 30 to 60 minutes, 24/7 physician access, and same-day scheduling are standard. Nationally, 99% of concierge and DPC practices offer same-day or next-day appointments.
Direct primary care (DPC) has a smaller but growing presence, and understanding the key differences between concierge medicine and DPC matters when comparing options. ImagineMD at $199 per month with four locations is the most established DPC practice in Chicago. DPC offers flat monthly fees with no copays and no insurance billing for primary care. 89% of DPC practices nationwide charge no additional fee for covered services.
Hospital-affiliated concierge programs distinguish Chicago from most midwestern cities. Northwestern Medicine Personal Physician Care is the flagship, offering concierge internists on Michigan Avenue with full access to Northwestern's specialist and hospital network. The Raby Institute at Northwestern also brings integrative medicine under the Northwestern umbrella.
Performance health and integrated wellness is a growing niche in Chicago. SHIFT combines concierge medicine with fitness testing, nutrition, and exercise programming. Northwestern Executive Health offers eight-hour annual physicals with comprehensive diagnostics. These practices serve the executive and corporate market.
Specialty concierge options include Tone Dermatology ($4,299/year, 300-patient cap) and Donohoe Pediatrics (concierge pediatrics with newborn home visits).
Concierge Medicine on the North Shore, Lake Forest, and Across Metro Chicago
Chicago's concierge market maps to the city's wealth corridors:
Downtown Chicago and the Gold Coast have the highest concentration of practices. Northwestern Personal Physician Care on Michigan Avenue, MD2 on Lake Shore Drive, SHIFT, ImagineMD, and Innovative Vitality all serve the urban core.
The North Shore (Evanston, Winnetka, Wilmette, Northfield, Kenilworth, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff) is one of the wealthiest suburban corridors in the United States. Winnetka's average household income is approximately $459,000. Kenilworth's is $438,000. This corridor drives significant concierge demand. Northwestern has a Personal Physician Care location in Lake Forest. ASPIRE Internal Medicine in Northbrook and Thrive Internal Medicine (Northwestern-affiliated) also serve North Shore patients.
Northbrook, Deerfield, Glenview, and Libertyville extend concierge and DPC options through the northern suburbs. These communities offer a mix of concierge and hybrid practices.
The Western Suburbs (Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Naperville) are not yet as well-represented but demand is growing as the concierge market expands beyond the lakefront and North Shore.
You can filter by sub-city on the listings above.
How to Choose a Concierge Doctor in Chicago
- Consider Northwestern's concierge program if you want a system. Northwestern Personal Physician Care gives you a dedicated internist plus priority access to one of the top-ranked hospital systems in the country. If you anticipate specialist referrals or hospitalizations, the built-in coordination is a real advantage.
- Location matters between downtown and the suburbs. The drive from Lincoln Park to Lake Forest can take over an hour. If you live on the North Shore, look at practices in Northbrook, Lake Forest, or Highland Park rather than commuting downtown. If you live downtown, you have the most options within a few miles.
- MD2 is the most exclusive option. With a 50-patient cap per physician, MD2 Chicago Lake Shore offers the smallest panel in the market. If your priority is having a doctor who knows your full history and is available at any time, this is the top tier. Expect top-tier pricing.
- ImagineMD is the DPC option. At $199 per month with four locations, ImagineMD is the primary DPC choice in Chicago. If you want concierge-level access without a large annual retainer, this is the model to compare against. Our guide on how to choose the right concierge or DPC doctor covers what to ask.
- Ask about integrated services. Chicago has practices like SHIFT that integrate fitness, nutrition, and medicine. Northwestern Executive Health offers comprehensive executive physicals. If you want your primary care connected to a broader health and performance program, these options exist here.
