Who will be participating in this program?
Anyone who desires to have the best medical care for their children.

How many participants will the doctor accept?
All will be accepted within the family group (see fees). The goal is to have a limited number of patients in the program and when the quota is filled the panel will be closed. This will allow for time to offer more personalized care.

How will you provide enhanced accessibility?
The typical pediatrician maintains a practice size of greater than 2,000 patients. I have reduced my new practice to fewer than 25% of that number. With a substantially smaller number of relationships to maintain, I will be available to you when you need me. For your convenience, I may be reached by phone during regular business hours or at my personal cellular number after hours.

What services will I receive for the annual fee?
The annual fee provides a yearly wellness examination. In addition, you will benefit from the following:
Appointments that conveniently fit your schedule, same-day or next-day appointments, appointments that are on time, 24/7 physician availability, unhurried visits, enhanced coordination to specialist, hospital guided admissions, prescription facilitation, and travel medicine services.

Will I still need health insurance?
Yes. Your health insurance will be necessary if you should need additional office visits, hospital visits, or procedures not covered by the annual fee. Additionally, you will want to maintain your insurance coverage for services outside my office, such as specialist visits, hospitalization, lab tests, x-rays, and prescriptions.

What happens if I need to see a specialist?
If the need arises for you to see a specialist or you require services outside my office, I will help guide you through the process. I will personally oversee all of your care and coordinate with other professionals to ensure that you receive the personal attention and care that your child needs. If hospitalization is required, I will make timely arrangements for your child’s admission, provide daily care, and supervise all services to optimize your care.

Is the annual fee tax deductible?
If your work has a “Cafeteria Plan” for employee benefits, the Annual Fee may be reimbursable to you. There is a new type of health insurance plan combined with a savings account called a Health Savings Account (HSA). ←Link Using a Cafeteria Plan or an HSA may allow Annual Fee expenses to be paid with pre-tax dollars. You should review these and other options with your benefits manager, tax advisor, and insurance agent.

If my child is healthy and only needs to see Dr. Roger for an annual examination. How does this new type of practice benefit me?
I will assist you in developing a healthy lifestyle for your child, to promote long term good health.