Anthony Thomas Bernens, MD, Inc. Primary Care Internal Medicine

Members pay a fee monthly or annually that covers services not typically included under standard insurance plans, such as educational health services and wellness seminars. The practice still bills insurance for any covered clinical services. The practice accepts most PPO insurance plans but does not accept HMO plans.

Yes. The membership fee covers services outside the typical insurance framework. For covered clinical services, the practice bills your insurance directly. The practice accepts most PPO plans, so maintaining insurance coverage alongside your membership makes sense.

Yes. The practice reserves a limited number of same-day appointments for acute medical concerns. Members can contact the office directly when they need prompt attention for an unexpected illness or injury.

Yes. Dr. Bernens offers telemedicine and eVisits for members who prefer to connect remotely. This gives patients flexibility for follow-ups and lower-acuity concerns without requiring an in-office visit.

The member portal gives patients access to pre-recorded health seminars, doctor-authored articles, recommended reading lists, curated health links, and Dr. Bernens's analysis of current clinical research breakthroughs. Members log in to access this content at any time.

The practice uses MyChart, the John Muir Health electronic medical records platform. Through MyChart, patients view lab results and medical records, request prescription refills, email staff, and check upcoming appointments.

As a division of BASS Medical Group, the practice connects members to ancillary services including the BASS Cancer Center and BASS Medical Group Imaging Center, which offers X-ray, CT, and MRI services.

Yes. Dr. Bernens organizes outdoor activities for patients and staff as part of the practice's broader health promotion approach. The practice also hosts seminars and activities designed to support patient wellness beyond clinical visits.

The practice primarily serves men and women in Walnut Creek, Concord, and Pleasant Hill, as well as surrounding communities throughout Contra Costa, Alameda, and Solano County.