HMOs only cover visits to their own physicians, and PPOs only will approve coverage for outside exams if a physician has ordered it and it is a medical necessity. Yearly examinations rarely qualify as medical necessity. In addition, at Sharp all tests and treatments ordered after the original examination cost extra. To make office visits easier, an extensive look at Scripps' Executive Health Program is available on the Internet at executivehealth.org. The site shows what's new in examinations and equipment, explains procedures, shows vitamins and their purpose, and lists physicians and clients of the program.
Executives can sign up to become patients or ask for more information.
In an age of speed, high-tech communication and an obsession with health care, the executive health programs offer an alternative for busy executives.