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How much does concierge medicine cost in Philadelphia?
The average in Philadelphia is $196/mo per month. DPC starts at $89 per month (Salveo Wellness Center). Five independent concierge internists charge $2,500 per year each. Premium concierge runs up to $750 per month (Schuylkill Medical Associates). Penn Medicine Personalized Care and Penn Executive Health have pricing available on request.
Does Penn Medicine have a concierge program?
Yes. Penn Medicine operates Penn Personalized Care at the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. The program provides concierge primary care with 24/7 access via a dedicated member phone line and email, a private reception area, and comprehensive wellness planning. Four physicians staff the program. Penn also offers an Executive Health program for comprehensive annual physicals.
What makes Philadelphia's concierge market different?
Philadelphia is an academic medicine city with more medical schools than any other US metro. The concierge market is smaller than comparably sized cities but skews toward physician-led practices with strong academic affiliations. The five independent internists at $2,500/year offer one of the most affordable concierge entry points in any major market. Penn Medicine's concierge program provides specialist coordination within a top-five-ranked hospital system.
Are there affordable concierge or DPC options in Philadelphia?
Yes. DPC practices start at $89 per month (Salveo Wellness Center) and $99 per month (Radiance Medical Group). Five concierge internists offer memberships at $2,500 per year (about $208/month). PhillyMedClub is $120 per month. Philadelphia has some of the most affordable concierge medicine of any major East Coast city.
Do Philadelphia concierge doctors accept insurance?
Most concierge practices do not bill insurance for primary care visits covered by the membership. Hybrid practices like Fountain Medical Associates combine insurance with a membership. Penn Medicine Personalized Care operates as a concierge add-on. Your insurance still covers specialists, hospitalizations, imaging, and prescriptions. As of January 2026, DPC memberships are compatible with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for patients with high-deductible health plans (HDHPs).
How do I find a concierge doctor in Philadelphia?
You can browse all 80 concierge and DPC practices in Philadelphia on this page. Use the filters above to sort by practice type, specialty, cost range, and neighborhood.

Quick Facts: Concierge Medicine in Philadelphia

  • Practices on NextMD: 80
  • Doctors: 112
  • Average membership: $196/mo
  • Metro population: 6.3 million (2025)
  • Most affordable option: $89/mo (Salveo Wellness Center, DPC)
  • Most affordable concierge: $2,500/year (5 independent internists)
  • Practice density: 1 practice per 79,000 residents
  • Avg physician wait time (traditional care): 28 days (AMN Healthcare, 2025)
  • Major hospital systems: Penn Medicine, Jefferson Health, Temple Health

About Concierge Medicine in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is an academic medicine city. With five MD-granting medical schools, more than any other US city, and Penn Medicine consistently ranked among the top five hospitals nationally by US News, the depth of medical expertise here is extraordinary. That academic infrastructure shapes the concierge market.

The Philadelphia metro has a population of approximately 6.3 million (as of 2025). NextMD lists 80 concierge medicine and direct primary care (DPC) practices in Philadelphia, with 112 doctors. The average membership is $196/mo per month.

Philadelphia's concierge market is smaller than comparably sized metros like Atlanta or Houston, but the practices here tend to be physician-led, academic-affiliated, and premium. Penn Medicine operates Penn Personalized Care, a concierge program at the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine that provides 24/7 access via a dedicated phone line, private reception, and comprehensive wellness planning. Penn Medicine Executive Health offers advanced executive physicals. Jefferson Health and Temple Health are the other two major systems.

The city also has a growing DPC presence with practices like Salveo Wellness Center ($89/month) and Radiance Medical Group ($99/month) offering affordable membership-based primary care.

What Does Concierge Medicine Cost in Philadelphia?

The average membership in Philadelphia is $196/mo per month. The market has a wide spread, from affordable DPC under $100 per month to premium concierge at $750 per month. For a national comparison, see how concierge medicine pricing works across the US.

Practice ModelTypical CostWhat You Get
Direct primary care (DPC)$89 to $120/monthFlat monthly fee, no copays, same-day access, messaging, basic labs
Concierge medicine$2,500/year to $750/monthAnnual retainer or monthly fee, small panels, extended visits, 24/7 access
Hospital-affiliated conciergeVariesPenn Medicine physician, Perelman Center access, specialist coordination
Performance healthVariesAdvanced executive physicals, comprehensive diagnostics

Practices with Published Pricing

DPC and affordable:

Concierge:

Other Notable Practices

  • Penn Medicine Personalized Care (Philadelphia). Concierge primary care at the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. 24/7 member phone line and email access, private reception area, and comprehensive wellness planning. Four physicians.
  • Penn Medicine Executive Health (Philadelphia). Performance health program with advanced executive physicals and comprehensive diagnostics. Single physician.
  • Meeting Point Health (Philadelphia). Performance health model with two physicians. Private pay only.

Types of Concierge and DPC Practices in Philadelphia

Concierge medicine in Philadelphia is characterized by independent physician practices. Several concierge internists operate at the $2,500 per year price point, offering a consistent and accessible entry into concierge care. These solo and small-group practices provide extended visits, direct communication, and 24/7 access. Patient panels are intentionally limited, though specific sizes are not always published.

Direct primary care (DPC) is a smaller but growing segment, and understanding the key differences between concierge medicine and DPC can help you decide which model fits. Salveo Wellness Center ($89/month, 600-patient cap) and Radiance Medical Group ($99/month) offer flat monthly fees with no copays. These practices appeal to younger professionals and families who want better access without the higher cost of traditional concierge.

Hospital-affiliated concierge is Penn Medicine's domain in Philadelphia. Penn Personalized Care provides a concierge primary care experience backed by one of the top five hospitals in the country. For patients who anticipate complex care or specialist referrals, Penn's built-in coordination across their system is a significant advantage. Penn Medicine Executive Health serves the executive and corporate market with comprehensive annual physicals.

Hybrid practices like Fountain Medical Associates ($200/month) combine insurance billing with enhanced access through a membership component.

The Main Line, Center City, and Across Philadelphia

Center City (Rittenhouse Square, Society Hill, Washington Square) has the highest concentration of practices in Philadelphia. Penn Medicine's Perelman Center, PhillyMedClub, and several independent concierge internists serve the urban core.

The Main Line (Gladwyne, Villanova, Bryn Mawr, Wayne, Haverford) is Philadelphia's most affluent suburban corridor, with average household incomes exceeding $450,000 in Gladwyne. The Main Line drives significant concierge demand from executives and families who want personalized care close to home. Currently, most Main Line patients travel into Center City for concierge care, which represents an underserved geographic opportunity.

Chestnut Hill and Mount Airy serve the northwestern neighborhoods. Fishtown and Northern Liberties have emerging healthcare options serving a younger demographic.

East Passyunk and South Philadelphia round out the city's practice coverage.

You can filter by neighborhood on the listings above.

How to Choose a Concierge Doctor in Philadelphia

  • Consider Penn Medicine if you want academic depth. Penn Personalized Care at the Perelman Center gives you a dedicated physician plus priority coordination across one of the top five hospital systems in the country. For complex conditions or anticipated specialist needs, this is hard to match.
  • The $2,500/year internists are a strong value. Five independent concierge internists in Philadelphia offer membership at $2,500 per year. That is less than $210 per month for personalized care with direct access. This is one of the most affordable concierge entry points of any major metro.
  • DPC is available and growing. At $89 to $120 per month, Philadelphia's DPC practices offer the most affordable membership-based care in the city. If your primary goal is same-day access, no copays, and direct communication with your doctor, DPC delivers that at a lower price than concierge. Our guide on how to choose the right concierge or DPC doctor covers what to ask.
  • Ask about panel size. Philadelphia's market is smaller than many comparable cities, which means some practices may have limited openings. Ask how many patients the doctor currently serves and whether there is a waitlist.
  • Check for Main Line proximity. If you live on the Main Line, most concierge options currently require traveling into Center City. Ask about telehealth availability and whether the practice offers any flexibility for suburban patients.