Maria C. Velasco, MD, FACP

The annual membership fee is $2,200, with payment options available quarterly at $550, semi-annually at $1,100, or annually. This fee covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive screenings and a personalized wellness plan. It does not replace health insurance, which Dr. Velasco continues to bill for other medical services.

Yes, the practice accepts insurance for standard medical services such as sick visits, and bills your insurer for covered services including copays, co-insurance, and deductibles. The annual membership fee covers preventive and wellness services that insurance typically does not include. Contact the practice to confirm whether your specific plan is accepted.

Yes. Dr. Velasco offers same- or next-day appointments for members. The practice maintains a smaller patient panel, which gives Dr. Velasco the schedule flexibility to see patients quickly when needs arise.

Prospective patients can request a meeting or more information through the MDVIP website. Dr. Velasco welcomes new patients who want to establish a long-term primary care relationship. The practice serves adult patients in the Victoria, Texas area.

The MDVIP Wellness Program includes comprehensive health screenings, diagnostic tests, and a custom wellness plan tailored to each member. Dr. Velasco uses the results to build a proactive health strategy. The annual membership fee covers this program.

Yes. Dr. Velasco stays reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact her directly for urgent medical questions without waiting for the next business day or visiting urgent care.

Dr. Velasco holds affiliations with Detar Hospital and Citizens Medical Center, both in the Victoria area. These affiliations support continuity of care when members require hospital-level services.

Yes. The practice uses athenahealth for its patient portal. Members can log in to manage their health information and communicate with the practice online.

Dr. Velasco concentrates on internal medicine with a strong emphasis on prevention and chronic disease management. Her specific clinical interests include obesity, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, women's health, and lifestyle management. She also handles acute care needs as they arise.