Benjamin Mena, MD, FACP

The annual membership fee at this MDVIP-affiliated practice is $2,500. Members can pay quarterly at $625, semi-annually at $1,250, or annually at $2,500. The membership covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive health screenings, advanced diagnostic tests, and a personalized wellness plan.

The MDVIP Wellness Program includes comprehensive health screenings and advanced diagnostic testing. Dr. Mena uses those results to build a personalized health plan for each member. The program also supports ongoing management of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension.

Yes. Dr. Mena makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can reach him directly at any time, including nights and weekends. This 24/7 access is a core part of what the practice offers.

Yes. The practice offers same- and next-day appointments for members. Because Dr. Mena keeps a smaller practice panel, he has the flexibility to see patients quickly. Every visit is with Dr. Mena directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.

Yes. Dr. Mena offers televisits on certain occasions. Patients can connect with him remotely when an in-person visit is not necessary or possible.

The MDVIP membership fee is separate from insurance. Patients may still use their insurance for services like specialist referrals, lab work, and hospitalizations. The membership fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program and the enhanced access the practice provides.

Dr. Mena has deep clinical interest in diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and geriatric care. He builds individualized management plans for patients dealing with these conditions. Members have reported meaningful improvements in diabetes control, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure under his care.

Yes. Dr. Mena conducts visits in both English and Spanish. The practice welcomes Spanish-speaking patients.

Dr. Mena holds affiliations with Memorial Hospital Tampa, Tampa General Hospital, and St. Joseph's Hospital Tampa. He can coordinate hospital care directly for members who need inpatient treatment. He also helps members access specialists at Medical Centers of Excellence nationwide when local options are not sufficient.

Yes. Dr. Mena helps members coordinate urgent care with local hospitals, pharmacies, or doctors while they are traveling. This travel support is included as part of the MDVIP membership benefits.