Karen R. Smith, MD
Quick Facts
| Membership Price Range | $487.50/quarter | $975.00/semi-annual | $1,950.00/annual |
| Practice Type | Concierge |
| Location | Lafayette |
| Doctors | Karen Smith MD, Internal Medicine |
About
At Karen R. Smith, MD, Dr. Karen R. Smith brings board-certified internal medicine expertise to Lafayette, Louisiana. She holds deep clinical interests in preventive care, geriatric medicine, and early illness detection. Her practice philosophy centers on a simple conviction: good health is central to a good life. Dr. Smith keeps her panel intentionally small. That choice gives her the time to sit with each patient, listen carefully, and build a personalized care plan. She offers same- or next-day appointments that start on time. She admits patients to Lafayette General Medical Center and collaborates with specialists for comprehensive follow-through. Castle Connolly has recognized her as a Top Doctor every year from 2015 through 2024. She earned the Castle Connolly Exceptional Women in Medicine designation from 2020 through 2024 as well.
Details
Address
105 Patriot Avenue, Suite 202, Lafayette, LA
Phone
(866) 696-3847Website
Visit websiteMembership
$1,950/annual
Membership Details
MDVIP Annual Membership Fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly ($487.50), semi-annual ($975.00), and annual ($1,950.00) payments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The annual membership fee at MDVIP - Karen R. Smith, MD is $1,950 per year. 50 per quarter, $975 per semi-annual period, or $1,950 paid annually. The membership covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, including comprehensive screenings and a personalized wellness plan.
Yes. Dr. Smith offers same- or next-day appointments. Appointments also start on time. Her smaller panel size makes this level of access consistently available to members.
Dr. Smith bills insurance for medical services such as sick visits, including applicable copays, co-insurances, and deductibles. The annual membership fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes preventive services and advanced screenings that insurance typically does not cover.
Prospective patients can request more information through her MDVIP profile. Because Dr. Smith limits her panel size, she currently has limited availability and may maintain a waiting list. Submitting a request early is the best way to secure a spot.
Yes. Dr. Smith makes herself reachable by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. Members have direct access to her outside of standard office hours.
The Wellness Program includes comprehensive screenings, diagnostic testing, and a custom wellness plan tailored to each member. These services go beyond what most insurance plans cover and form the foundation of Dr. Smith's preventive care approach.
Dr. Smith holds affiliations with Lafayette General Medical Center, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, and Louisiana Extended Care Hospital. She admits patients directly to Lafayette General and coordinates with specialists to provide comprehensive inpatient care when needed.
The practice is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The office is closed on weekends, though Dr. Smith remains reachable by phone for urgent after-hours needs.
Practice last updated April 11, 2026