Women typically want to feel comfortable with their OB-GYN providers. However, the traditional model of healthcare doesn’t always make this possible. Because most OB-GYN practices are forced to take on as many patients as they can to ensure steady revenues while they wait through the lengthy and uncertain approvals process. This means women spend less time meeting face-to-face with their providers and can have trouble scheduling an appointment at a convenient time. On top of that, these practices must rely on reimbursement from insurers in order to operate efficiently.
Transitioning to a concierge OB-GYN practice can alleviate many of these concerns. By adopting a subscription model in which patients pay their specialists directly, your practice can ensure a consistent and reliable income that means you can see fewer patients overall. This leads to more time spent caring for the women you serve, strengthening trust and resulting in better outcomes. Specialdocs Consultants is the leading firm when you want proven expertise for joining or becoming a concierge gynecology and obstetrics practice. Let us help you bring better care to the women you treat.
The Importance of Personalized Healthcare for Women
Obstetrics and gynecology are extremely personal forms of healthcare, and a strong rapport between specialist and patient is critical for achieving the best results. Concierge OB-GYN practices have an advantage because this model allows for more personalized and patient-centered care than the traditional methods can.
Because patients spend more time working face-to-face with their obstetricians and gynecologists, they can get to know them as people — and vice versa. Without the need to shuffle patients in and out of the exam room as quickly as possible, there’s time to ask questions, talk about lifestyle choices and strengthen the relationship between both parties. When women know they’re being treated with personal attention and not subjected to the revolving-door treatment, they feel better about their care and are more likely to have a positive experience.
Support for High-Risk Pregnancies, Fertility and More
Another advantage concierge OB-GYN practices have over traditional providers is the freedom they have in dealing with challenging diagnoses. For women experiencing a high-risk pregnancy or grappling with fertility issues, the willingness of an insurance company to fund their treatments represents a significant obstacle. Many patients discover too late that a promising treatment is deemed too risky or not cost-effective enough by their insurers, leading to frustration, disappointment and heartbreak.
However, concierge OB-GYN providers are not limited by what an insurance company will or will not approve. This means specialized services such as genetic counseling, IVF support, pregnancy monitoring and more can be administered at the doctor’s discretion without fear of red tape. Concierge doctors also provide personalized family planning advice and services that are tailored to the individual’s specific needs and timelines. This patient-centered approach helps ensure the mother’s health as well as a successful pregnancy by removing concerns over whether they will be allowed by a third-party.
A Multitude of Options for Change
If you’re thinking about adopting this structure for your operations, there are a few ways to go about it. In addition to converting an existing practice, you also have the option to join an OB-GYN concierge medical practice that already exists. Another option you have is to acquire an OB-GYN concierge medical practice from a provider who may be retiring. No matter which arrangement works best for you and your circumstances, we can provide expert assistance throughout the entire process.
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