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Direct Primary Care
Internal Medicine

Pinnacle Internal Medicine

Quick Facts

Membership Price RangeSingle Patient Ages 16-49: $100/month | Single Patient Ages 50 and Above: $130/month | Couples Ages 16-49: $180/month | Couples Ages 50 and Above: $230/month
Practice TypeDirect Primary Care
LocationBillings, MT
DoctorsJoseph Peila MD, FACP, Internal Medicine
Telehealth TypeVideo visits, phone calls, email
Telehealth AvailableYes

About

At Pinnacle Internal Medicine, Dr. Joseph Peila delivers direct primary care to adults in Billings, Montana. A Montana native and board-certified internist, Dr. Peila built the practice around one straightforward goal: high-quality primary care without the administrative friction of insurance billing. Members pay a flat monthly fee and receive unlimited visits, phone calls, and emails with Dr. Peila directly.

The practice handles a broad scope of adult medicine. Dr. Peila manages chronic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, COPD, asthma, thyroid disorders, and mental health. He also performs in-office procedures such as cryotherapy, joint injections, and abscess drainage. Members access in-office blood draws at up to 90% savings over standard lab pricing. Same-day and next-day appointments are typically available. Virtual visits by phone or video extend that access further. For specialist care, Dr. Peila coordinates directly with Billings Clinic and Intermountain Health.

Details

Address

1507 14th Street West, Billings, MT 59102

Membership

$145/monthly

Membership Details

Monthly membership fee of $145/month (per FAQ). Tiered pricing also available: Single Ages 16-49 $100/month, Single Ages 50+ $130/month, Couples Ages 16-49 $180/month, Couples Ages 50+ $230/month. No initiation fees, co-pays or hidden costs. 3-month commitment required. 30-day notice to cancel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pinnacle Internal Medicine offers tiered monthly pricing based on age and enrollment type. Singles ages 16-49 pay $100 per month. Singles ages 50 and older pay $130 per month. Couples ages 16-49 pay $180 per month, and couples 50 and older pay $230 per month. There are no initiation fees, co-pays, or hidden costs.

Members receive unlimited in-person visits, phone calls, and emails with Dr. Peila. Same-day and next-day appointments are typically available. The membership also covers in-office procedures such as cryotherapy, joint injections, and abscess drainage, as well as EKGs, spirometry, and ear lavage.

Pinnacle Internal Medicine does not bill or involve health insurance for membership services. The practice treats patients regardless of their insurance status. Members who prefer to use insurance or Medicare for labs, imaging, or medications can still do so.

Yes, Medicare patients can join Pinnacle Internal Medicine. Medicare does not cover the monthly membership fee. However, Dr. Peila can still order labs, imaging, and medications that Medicare covers, and he can refer members to Medicare-accepting specialists.

Pinnacle Internal Medicine draws blood in the office at up to 90% savings over standard lab pricing. Common panels including hemoglobin A1c, complete metabolic panel, complete blood count, and lipid panel each run about $4. A Vitamin D test costs $15, compared to $50-$100 at other labs.

Yes. Dr. Peila offers virtual visits by phone or video for members who are away from Billings. Some concerns require a physical exam, and Dr. Peila will ask you to come in for those. In-person visits carry no additional cost beyond the membership.

Yes. Pinnacle Internal Medicine requires a 3-month initial commitment. After that, members can cancel with 30 days' notice. If you cancel a prepaid term early, the practice refunds your remaining balance.

Yes. Dr. Peila coordinates care with Billings Clinic and Intermountain Health for specialist referrals and hospital-based services. He actively helps members navigate transitions between the practice and hospital care when needed.

Yes. Pinnacle Internal Medicine offers an employer membership program designed for small businesses. It pairs direct primary care with high-deductible, health-share, self-funded, or level-funded health plans. Employers interested in this option can contact the practice directly to discuss plan details.

New patients can sign up online or call the practice at 406-200-7373. The team can complete enrollment over the phone if preferred. Prospective patients can also schedule a meet-and-greet with Dr. Peila before enrolling.

Practice last updated April 10, 2026