Dr. Ruth L. Eckert
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| Practice Type | Concierge |
| Doctors | Ruth Eckert MD, Family Medicine |
About
At Dr. Ruth L. Eckert, a family physician with decades of Scottsdale roots delivers whole-person primary care. Dr. Ruth L. Eckert trained at Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Osborn in 1979. She has built lasting patient relationships in this community ever since. Dr. Eckert brings an unusually broad clinical background to her practice. She completed additional training in Medical Acupuncture for Physicians at UCLA School of Medicine. She holds certifications in Clinical Densitometry and Colposcopy through the National Procedure Institute. Her approach draws on the latest advances in traditional medical therapy alongside cutting-edge prevention research. Members reach her directly by phone after hours and on weekends. Every office visit involves Dr. Eckert personally, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. She affiliates with Scottsdale Healthcare for patients who need hospital-level care.
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7054 East Cochise Road, Suite B120, Scottsdale, AZ
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Frequently Asked Questions
The annual membership fee at MDVIP - Dr. Ruth L. Eckert is $2,800 per year. The practice also offers quarterly payments of $700 and semi-annual payments of $1,400. Payment options may vary, so contact the office directly to confirm current terms.
The membership fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive screenings, diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan. It also covers the enhanced access features of Dr. Eckert's practice, including after-hours availability and same-day appointments. Insurance billing continues separately for other medical services.
Yes. Dr. Eckert bills insurance for medical services such as sick visits, and standard copays, co-insurance, and deductibles apply. The annual membership fee covers preventive and wellness services that insurance typically does not reimburse.
Yes. The practice offers same-day and next-day appointments. Because Dr. Eckert maintains a smaller patient panel, she has the scheduling flexibility to see members quickly when they need care.
Members reach Dr. Eckert directly by phone after hours and on weekends. She provides 24/7 phone access as part of the MDVIP model. This means patients speak with their own physician, not an answering service.
The MDVIP Wellness Program delivers comprehensive preventive screenings, advanced diagnostic tests, and a personalized wellness plan. Dr. Eckert uses the program to focus on prevention and to track each patient's health metrics over time. The annual membership fee funds this program.
Yes. When members need urgent care while traveling, Dr. Eckert can coordinate with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician on their behalf. MDVIP can also connect her with specialists at leading medical institutions for cases requiring advanced care.
Prospective patients can request a meeting with Dr. Eckert to learn more about the practice before enrolling. You can reach the office directly at (480) 365-6603 or submit an inquiry through the MDVIP website. Dr. Eckert welcomes the opportunity to meet patients before they join.
Practice last updated June 6, 2026