Helena A. Santos-Martins, MD

The annual membership fee at Helena A. Santos-Martins, MD - MDVIP is $2,800. The practice offers flexible payment options: members can pay $700 quarterly, $1,400 semi-annually, or $2,800 as a single annual payment. The membership fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive screenings and a personalized wellness plan.

The MDVIP Wellness Program includes comprehensive health screenings, diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan tailored to each member. Dr. Santos-Martins uses this program to focus on disease prevention and proactive health management alongside treatment of existing conditions.

Yes. Dr. Santos-Martins makes herself available to members 24 hours a day, seven days a week by phone. Members can reach her directly after hours and on weekends, not a nurse line or answering service.

Yes. The practice offers same- and next-day appointments that start on time. This level of access is a core part of how Dr. Santos-Martins structures her practice.

Every visit is with Dr. Santos-Martins. The practice does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants as substitutes. Members always receive care directly from her.

The MDVIP membership fee operates separately from insurance. Most members continue to use their existing health insurance for services beyond what the membership covers, such as specialist visits, hospitalizations, and prescription medications. Dr. Santos-Martins holds affiliations with North Shore Medical Center-Salem Hospital and Mass General Brigham.

The practice has limited availability and may have a waiting list. Prospective patients can submit a request for more information to get on the list and learn about current openings.

Dr. Santos-Martins focuses on internal medicine and primary care for adults. Her specific clinical interests include women's health, cardiovascular health, diabetes management, hypertension, mental health, and preventive care. She also has a strong focus on diversity in healthcare and serves patients who speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Yes. Through the MDVIP network, Dr. Santos-Martins can help coordinate urgent care for members who need medical attention away from home. This includes connecting members with local hospitals, pharmacies, or physicians. MDVIP also provides access to Medical Centers of Excellence for members who need specialized care beyond what is locally available.