Direct primary care

Given the number of posters who complain about cursory exams, depending upon where you live in the US, an option might be a physician with a direct care practice, meaning that insurance is not accepted, but patients pay a monthly fee, perhaps $50-60. In theory, the reduced staffing required, and lower patient numbers means that more time can be spent with patients. It is also much easier finding out details about a practice since marketing is needed.

I've seen a good number of these "concierge" doctors popping up lately. At this point in my life, I'd rather stick to doctors that are in my insurance plan since my plan seems to cover everything that I need (at least for now). But I'd be more interested in something like this if I was in a very limited plan. Personally I think it's great to have options like this.

I might consider Concierge Medicine if I felt the overall quality of the care I seek started to diminish. Otherwise I consider it an unnecessary expense.