Concierge medicine, boutique medicine and direct practices are all terms used to describe a new form of medicine in which patients pay a doctor directly for enhanced medical care. Read more about Concierge Care and how Dr. Knope provides the best care possible here.

Correct. I advocate for one person and one person only in my practice; that is my patient. I am not an advocate for any insurance company and I do not have input from their “medical directors,” who are hired by the company to limit testing and increase the profit margins of the insurance carrier.

There are many differences between our clinic and the one you’re probably used to visiting. We explain how we operate with you—the patient—in mind, here.

There are many misconceptions about Concierge Medicine. I clear them up here, on my page about Myths & Realities of direct practices.

Everyone in a concierge practice must have at least catastrophic medical insurance. Concierge medicine is not a substitute for insurance. Most of my patients carry traditional insurance to cover all of their other medical expenses, but some have a high-deductible medical insurance plan with a Health Savings Account. This is what I have to cover myself and my family.

The annual fee is $7,500 for an individual; $13,000 for a couple.

There are no limits on the number of times that you can see the doctor.

 First, you can be seen on the same day for any acute medical problem. We leave spots open every day for unplanned urgencies or emergencies. When you most need him, your personal doctor will be there for you.  When necessary, you will be referred to a world class specialist.

Yes, he is certified. You can view his current and past certifications here.