Dr. Christopher G. Stephenson, MD
Concierge Internal Medicine physician, Charlotte, NC
Pure CardiologyDr. Christopher Stephenson founded Pure Cardiology, a virtual-first hybrid specialty practice with a membership model.
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About Dr. Stephenson
Dr. Stephenson completed an internal medicine internship at NYU and then his residency at NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island from 1998 to 2000. He stayed there for a cardiovascular diseases fellowship from 2000 to 2003. He founded Pure Cardiology to offer a more thoughtful, prevention-focused way to approach cardiovascular care.
His philosophy puts risk reduction ahead of reactive intervention and long-term partnership ahead of episodic care. Pure Cardiology runs on a small-panel, membership-based model that allows unhurried visits and continuity of care.
Membership and fees
Membership at Pure Cardiology is $275 a month.
The membership covers services insurance does not, such as extended consultations, secure digital access and care coordination.
Covered medical services and diagnostic tests are billed separately to insurance or Medicare when they apply.
$275 per month
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Patient reviews
"Takes time to ensure every patient fully understands the treatment plan."
"Provides a compassionate and understanding approach to medicine."
"Never rushes through a conversation, no matter how busy."
"Encourages a proactive and well-informed approach to health."
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Stephenson take insurance, or offer a membership?
Pure Cardiology is a hybrid practice that sells a membership. Covered medical services and diagnostic testing are billed to insurance or Medicare, and the membership covers non-covered services.
How much does a membership at Pure Cardiology cost?
Membership at Pure Cardiology is $275 a month. It is designed for people who want a prevention-oriented specialist working alongside their primary care physician.
Is Dr. Stephenson board certified?
Dr. Stephenson is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine (2000) and in cardiovascular disease (2003, recertified 2012). He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Lipidology (2007).
Where did Dr. Stephenson train?
Dr. Stephenson completed an internal medicine residency at NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island, from 1998 to 2000. He completed a cardiovascular diseases fellowship there from 2000 to 2003.
Where is Dr. Stephenson's office?
Dr. Stephenson's practice is Pure Cardiology, a virtual-first hybrid practice.
Does Dr. Stephenson offer telehealth?
Pure Cardiology offers high-definition video visits, with in-person evaluations and diagnostic testing scheduled when clinically indicated.
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