James P. Marlys, MD, ABIM

The annual membership fee at James P. Marlys, MD, ABIM - MDVIP is $1,910. 50, semi-annually at $955, or in a single annual payment. The MDVIP Wellness Program is included in that fee. The lab portion of the Wellness Program is billed separately by the lab company at a discounted rate of $70.

Yes, the practice accepts insurance for medical services such as sick visits. Dr. Marlys bills your insurance and charges applicable copays, co-insurances, and deductibles as usual. The annual membership fee covers preventive services and advanced screenings that insurance typically does not pay for. Contact the office to confirm whether Dr. Marlys accepts your specific plan.

Yes. Dr. Marlys makes himself available to patients after hours and on weekends by phone. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he gave his private cell phone number directly to infected patients so they could reach him day or night. That level of access remains a core part of how he runs his practice.

Yes, the practice offers same-day and next-day appointments. Dr. Marlys keeps his panel size small, which allows him to schedule patients quickly and spend meaningful time with each one during every visit.

Yes, the practice offers telemedicine visits. Patients can connect with Dr. Marlys remotely when an in-office appointment is not practical or necessary.

The MDVIP Wellness Program includes comprehensive health screenings, advanced diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan. The program goes well beyond standard preventive screenings. Dr. Marlys reviews results directly with each patient and builds a personalized plan based on those findings.

Dr. Marlys coordinates care for members who need urgent attention away from home. He works to connect patients with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician wherever they are traveling. For situations requiring specialized care beyond what is locally available, MDVIP connects Dr. Marlys with specialists at Medical Centers of Excellence across the country.

Yes. Dr. Marlys visits patients at Hackensack Meridian Ocean Medical Center every day, including holidays. He has maintained this daily rounding practice for 33 years, covering both his office patients and those who require hospitalization.

Dr. Marlys conducts visits in English, Spanish, and Greek. Patients who prefer to communicate in Spanish or Greek can do so comfortably during their appointments.

Prospective patients can contact the practice directly at the Point Pleasant office on River Road. You can also request information or schedule a meeting with Dr. Marlys through the MDVIP website. The office accepts new members on a rolling basis, subject to panel availability.