North Shore Medical Associates

The annual fee at North Shore Medical Associates covers a comprehensive physical exam, blood work specific to the annual exam, and an EKG. The only potential additional charge covers vaccines the practice administers that insurance does not cover. Members also receive physician cell phone numbers for after-hours access and readily available appointment times. Contact the office directly for specific fee details.

Yes. North Shore Medical Associates accepts Medicare and participates in-network with many private insurance plans. The practice bills Medicare and private insurance for office visits and does not balance bill or collect co-pays from patients.

Yes. Members can use HSA or FSA accounts to pay the annual membership fee. For questions about tax deductibility, the practice recommends consulting a tax advisor.

Standard office visits run a minimum of 30 minutes. New patient visits run 90 minutes. Physicians talk with patients face to face to gather information, with no lengthy pre-visit forms to complete.

Yes. Members receive their physician's cell phone number and can reach a doctor directly after office hours and on weekends. The practice provides 24/7 access for urgent medical concerns.

Yes. North Shore Medical Associates offers same-day or next-day appointments for urgent concerns. The practice maintains a smaller patient panel so members do not wait in a crowded waiting room.

The physicians at North Shore Medical Associates have built strong relationships with top specialists across all fields. They hold staff appointments at Northwestern Lake Forest, NorthShore University HealthSystem, and Rush University, and they can refer patients to select specialists across the country. The team follows up with specialists and helps coordinate ongoing specialty care.

Yes. The practice offers telemedicine consultations by phone or video for patients who travel or maintain a second home. Physicians also make home visits when they determine it is medically appropriate.

Prospective patients can schedule a Meet and Greet visit with one of the physicians. These visits run about 30 minutes and give you time to meet the staff, see the office, and ask questions. m. m. to get started.

Yes. North Shore Medical Associates regularly manages care for patients while they travel or live part of the year elsewhere. The physicians maintain contacts with specialists across the country and can facilitate appointments, communicate with other physicians, and provide continuity of care remotely.