Edward Kocharian, MD

The annual membership fee at MDVIP - Edward Kocharian, MD is $2,300. Members can spread payments quarterly at $575, semi-annually at $1,150, or pay the full annual amount upfront. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, including comprehensive screenings, advanced diagnostic tests, and a personalized wellness plan.

The MDVIP Wellness Program delivers comprehensive health screenings, advanced diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan tailored to each patient. Dr. Kocharian designs the plan around individual health goals and risk factors. The annual membership fee covers these preventive services.

Yes. Dr. Kocharian makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. Members can contact him directly rather than navigating an after-hours answering service. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Dr. Kocharian offers same- and next-day appointments for members. Because the practice maintains a smaller panel than most primary care offices, he has the scheduling flexibility to see patients quickly. Members see Dr. Kocharian directly at every visit, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.

Yes, the practice accepts insurance for medical services such as sick visits, and Dr. Kocharian bills insurance as well as any applicable copays, co-insurance, and deductibles. The annual MDVIP membership fee covers preventive services that insurance typically does not pay for, including advanced screenings and the custom wellness plan.

Dr. Kocharian holds privileges at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. If a member requires hospital admission, he personally manages their care throughout the stay. This continuity means a familiar physician oversees treatment rather than a hospitalist who does not know the patient's history.

Yes. If a member needs urgent care while traveling, Dr. Kocharian can help coordinate care with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician. The practice also connects patients with MDVIP's network of Medical Centers of Excellence for specialized care beyond what is available locally.

The practice serves adult patients in San Diego, Sorrento Valley, La Jolla, and Del Mar. The office sits at 5414 Oberlin Drive, Suite 230, in San Diego.

Members access their health records and communicate with the practice through a secure patient portal powered by Athena Health. The portal gives members a direct channel to manage appointments and review their health information online.