David A. Chappell, MD

The practice charges an annual retainer fee for concierge membership. That fee covers a range of personalized services, including basic Carotid Intima-Media Thickness testing. Comprehensive CIMT testing is available at a reduced rate for an additional charge. The practice does not accept insurance for membership fees, so Dr. Chappell recommends that members maintain their own PPO, Medicare, or other insurance coverage alongside their membership.

Yes. Adult dependent children of members between the ages of 18 and 26 join the practice without an additional annual fee. This makes the practice a practical option for families looking to keep young adults connected to a trusted primary care physician.

The practice offers same-day appointments or visits within 24 hours in most cases. Dr. Chappell honors scheduled appointment times, and visits proceed without rushing. Annual wellness exams run sixty minutes, and most other visits run thirty minutes.

Yes. Members receive Dr. Chappell's direct cell phone number for urgent issues after hours, on weekends, and on holidays. The practice also extends office hours when patient needs require it.

Yes. Dr. Chappell makes house calls for patients when appropriate. Members can ask about house call availability when scheduling or during a visit.

The practice performs DXA scans in-office to measure body fat composition across the total body, upper and lower body, and abdominal area. Dr. Chappell also uses in-office ultrasound to perform Carotid Intima-Media Thickness testing, which detects and quantifies cardiovascular risk. Basic CIMT testing is included in the annual membership fee.

The practice offers SculpSure, an FDA-cleared laser treatment for fat reduction in the abdomen, chin, flanks, and thighs. Dr. Chappell also offers TempSure Envi for skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, and cellulite, as well as TempSure Vitalia for vaginal rejuvenation and urinary incontinence. Members receive discounted pricing on all aesthetic services.

Yes. If a member's family or friends visit the Petaluma area and become ill, Dr. Chappell extends care to them. This is one of the personalized benefits the practice offers its members.

Yes. Dr. Chappell advises all members to maintain PPO, Medicare, or other health insurance coverage. Participation in an FSA or HSA is also recommended. Membership fees cover concierge services and are separate from insurance-billed care.

Dr. Chappell holds board certification in both internal medicine and endocrinology. His clinical focus spans diabetes, osteoporosis, hormone therapy, cardiovascular risk, obesity and body composition, brain health, nutrition, and mental wellness. He functions as a full-service primary care physician, managing both preventive health and acute needs for adult patients.