Monarch Ideal Care

Membership at Monarch Ideal Care covers direct access to Dr. McElrath, extended appointment slots, virtual visits, same-day appointments, and self-scheduling through direct calendar access. The DPC program covers all office visits. Labs and specialty services carry additional fees, but Monarch explains those costs upfront and discounts them compared to standard self-pay rates.

Monarch Ideal Care uses a flat monthly membership fee with no surprise bills. Members know their costs upfront. Labs and specialty referrals carry separate fees, but the practice explains those clearly before they occur and offers discounted rates.

Monarch Ideal Care offers an insurance-only option for patients who prefer that route. This program follows traditional practice hours with in-office appointments and scheduling through the virtual assistant. Patients in this program still receive extended appointment times and a physician who listens thoroughly.

Every new patient completes an in-person meet-and-greet with Dr. McElrath before establishing care. This ensures the practice philosophy aligns with the patient's needs. Once onboarding is complete, the initial visit schedules within one to three days. Members have same-day or next-day access for ongoing care needs.

Monarch Ideal Care welcomes adults ages 18 and older. The practice also accepts children as young as age 8, but only within the Concierge or Direct Primary Care membership programs and only alongside a registered adult member.

Yes. Membership patients can text Dr. McElrath directly and receive quick responses. Members also gain access to evening and weekend appointments, so urgent concerns do not require waiting for standard business hours.

Monarch Ideal Care works best for patients comfortable with technology, since texting and self-scheduling are core to how the practice operates. The practice also expects patients to engage with lifestyle recommendations alongside any traditional treatments. Patients seeking prescriptions for chronic pain medications, weight loss drugs, or stimulants without alignment to Dr. McElrath's care philosophy are not a good fit.

Prospective patients start by completing a short online questionnaire to assess fit. From there, they schedule an in-person meet-and-greet with Dr. McElrath. Once that meeting confirms alignment, the practice completes onboarding and schedules the initial visit within one to three days.

Yes. Virtual visits are part of the membership benefit. Members can message Dr. McElrath directly, upload documents, and conduct secure video visits without coming into the office.