Karl K. Johsens, MD
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| Practice Type | Concierge |
| Doctors | Karl Johsens MD, Internal Medicine |
About
At Karl K. Johsens, MD, patients receive internal medicine care through the concierge model in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Karl Johsens brings decades of experience to a practice built on deep patient relationships and preventive care. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains hospital affiliation with Dominican Hospital. Dr. Johsens keeps his practice intentionally small. That size allows him to offer same-day and next-day appointments and remain reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Each member receives a comprehensive Wellness Program with screenings, tests, and a custom wellness plan. The practice focuses on chronic disease management, including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Members always see Dr. Johsens directly at every visit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MDVIP annual membership fee is $2,350 per year. 50, semi-annually at $1,175, or annually. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, including comprehensive screenings and a custom wellness plan.
The Wellness Program includes comprehensive health screenings, diagnostic tests, and a personalized wellness plan. Dr. Johsens designs each plan around the individual patient's medical history and health risks.
Yes. The practice offers same-day and next-day appointments. Dr. Johsens keeps his patient panel small specifically to provide this level of access.
The MDVIP annual membership fee is separate from insurance. Patients may still use their insurance for services like lab work, specialist visits, and hospitalizations. The membership fee itself covers the Wellness Program and direct physician access.
Yes. Dr. Johsens is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members have direct access to him, not a call service or covering physician.
Yes. If a member needs urgent care while traveling, Dr. Johsens can help coordinate care with a local hospital, pharmacy, or doctor. The practice also connects patients to Medical Centers of Excellence for specialized care beyond what is available locally.
Dr. Johsens has limited availability and may maintain a waiting list. Prospective patients can submit a request for more information directly through the MDVIP website.
Dr. Johsens sees adult patients. His internal medicine background makes him well suited to managing the full range of adult health concerns, including chronic conditions and preventive care.
Dr. Johsens coordinates directly with specialists on behalf of his patients. For cases requiring advanced care, MDVIP can connect him with specialists at Medical Centers of Excellence across the country.
Practice last updated June 8, 2026