Concierge Medicine
What Is Care Coordination in Concierge Medicine?
Haute MD Editorial Team
Care coordination in concierge medicine is the active management of the patient's relationships with specialists, imaging, labs, and hospitals — with the concierge physician serving as the quarterback who ensures continuity, consistency, and follow-through.
What care coordination includes
Referral to vetted specialists, sharing records and clinical context, attending or communicating during hospitalizations when appropriate, reconciling medications, and ensuring follow-up actions actually happen.
Why it matters
Fragmented care is one of the leading drivers of avoidable harm and unnecessary cost. A coordinating physician with deep familiarity of your history is uniquely positioned to prevent gaps.
What to evaluate
The strength of the practice's specialist network, hospital admitting privileges, and willingness to actively coordinate (vs. simply provide referrals).
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my concierge doctor follow me into the hospital?
Many will visit or coordinate; specific arrangements vary by practice.
Are specialists included in the membership?
No — specialist visits are billed through insurance separately.
Will they help with second opinions?
Yes — most concierge practices actively facilitate second opinions.
Will they communicate with my family?
With your consent, yes.
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