Concierge Doctors in Cincinnati, OH
18 concierge and direct primary care practices — average membership:
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Quick Facts: Concierge Medicine in Cincinnati
- Practices on NextMD: 18
- Doctors: 21
- Average membership: $87/mo
- Metro population: 2.3 million (2025)
- Most affordable option: $80/mo (McGilligan MD, DPC)
- Lowest average membership of any city with 10+ practices
- Practice density: 1 practice per 128,000 residents
- Major hospital systems: UC Health, TriHealth, Mercy Health, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati Children's (#3 pediatric nationally)
About Concierge Medicine in Cincinnati
Cincinnati has the lowest average concierge membership of any city on NextMD with 10 or more practices. The average is $87/mo per month, driven by consistent MDVIP pricing at $2,150 to $2,350 per year and one highly affordable DPC practice.
The Cincinnati metro has a population of approximately 2.3 million (as of 2025) spanning Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. NextMD lists 18 concierge medicine and direct primary care (DPC) practices, with 21 doctors.
The city's hospital infrastructure is deep. UC Health operates the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, the region's only Level I trauma center. The Christ Hospital Health Network is a significant independent system with multiple concierge physician affiliations. Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is consistently ranked among the top 3 pediatric hospitals in the nation by US News. TriHealth and Mercy Health round out the major systems.
The market is overwhelmingly MDVIP. Ten of eleven practices are MDVIP-affiliated, with McGilligan MD as the sole DPC option. Multiple MDVIP physicians have Christ Hospital affiliations, giving patients a streamlined referral path into that system.
What Does Concierge Medicine Cost in Cincinnati?
The average membership in Cincinnati is $87/mo per month, the lowest of any city on NextMD with 10 or more practices. For a national comparison, see how concierge medicine pricing works across the US.
| Practice Model | Typical Cost | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Direct primary care (DPC) | $80/month | Flat monthly fee, no copays, in-office pharmacy, home visits |
| Concierge (MDVIP) | $2,150 to $2,350/year | Annual retainer, MDVIP wellness program, same-day access, 24/7 availability |
Practices with Published Pricing
DPC:
- McGilligan MD (Cincinnati). $80 per month. Three physicians. 400 to 600 patient cap. In-office pharmacy and home visits available. The only DPC practice in Cincinnati and one of the most affordable membership options in any major Midwest metro.
Concierge (MDVIP) at $2,150/year:
- David C. Fisher, MD — Internal medicine. 25+ years experience. Christ Hospital affiliation.
- Edward Y. Chang, MD — Internal medicine. Hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes management.
- Jodi L. Van Jura, MD — Family medicine. Wyoming, OH location.
- John R. Schroder, MD — Internal medicine. 5/5 patient rating.
- Martha M. Orabella, MD, FACP — Internal medicine. Board-certified dietitian nutritionist.
Concierge (MDVIP) at $2,350/year:
- Matthew Hartig, MD — Internal medicine. "Top Doctor" 2016 to 2019. Christ Hospital affiliation.
- James M. Hochwalt, MD — Internal medicine. 30+ years experience. Preventive care focus.
- Michael E. Freese, MD — Internal medicine. Christ Hospital privileges.
- Elizabeth B. Maeder, DO — Family medicine. 5/5 rating. Christ Hospital affiliation.
Types of Concierge and DPC Practices in Cincinnati
MDVIP concierge overwhelmingly dominates. Ten physicians charge $2,150 to $2,350 per year. The consistency of pricing makes Cincinnati one of the most straightforward markets to compare. Multiple physicians have 25 to 30+ years of experience and Christ Hospital affiliations. For more on how MDVIP compares to other models, see the key differences between concierge medicine and DPC.
Direct primary care (DPC) has a single option: McGilligan MD ($80/month, three physicians, 400 to 600 patient cap). With an in-office pharmacy and home visits, it offers services most DPC practices charge extra for. 89% of DPC practices nationally charge no additional fee for covered services.
Concierge Medicine in Indian Hill, Hyde Park, and Across Greater Cincinnati
Indian Hill is one of the wealthiest communities in the Midwest with a median household income of approximately $200,000 to $250,000. Indian Hill residents drive premium concierge demand.
Hyde Park and Mount Lookout are the affluent east-side neighborhoods closest to downtown. Several MDVIP physicians serve this corridor.
Wyoming, OH (Jodi Van Jura, MD location) is a wealthy northern suburb.
Montgomery, Madeira, Terrace Park, and Mariemont extend the east-side affluent corridor.
Northern Kentucky (Covington, Fort Thomas) and Southeast Indiana are part of the tri-state metro and served by Cincinnati-based practices.
How to Choose a Concierge Doctor in Cincinnati
- MDVIP is essentially your only choice for concierge. Ten physicians at $2,150 to $2,350 per year. The pricing is narrow enough that the decision comes down to location, specialty focus, and physician personality rather than cost. Our guide on how to choose the right concierge or DPC doctor covers what to ask.
- McGilligan MD is the DPC alternative. At $80 per month with three physicians, an in-office pharmacy, and home visits, it offers a fundamentally different model than MDVIP at a lower price point. If you want flat-fee membership without an annual retainer, this is it.
- Christ Hospital affiliations matter. Fisher, Hartig, Freese, and Maeder all have Christ Hospital affiliations. If The Christ Hospital is your preferred system for specialist care, choosing one of these physicians streamlines referrals.
- Cincinnati Children's is the pediatric anchor. Ranked top 3 nationally, Cincinnati Children's is a significant resource. If you have children with complex conditions, ask your concierge doctor about their referral relationship with Children's.
