FINDING THE RIGHT DOCTORS FOR YOU

When seeking hospital care, people expect highly trained and skilled providers — doctors, nurses, and therapists — to manage their health. Hospitals share this expectation, which is why they have rigorous vetting processes in place, supported by extensive background checks, training and reviews.

To ensure that every doctor on staff meets high standards, hospitals verify education, licensure, and competencies, check for malpractice cases, conduct peer reviews, speak with former supervisors, and assess character. They search state and national databases, licensing boards, and specialized services — a process that can take three to six months.

When you’re in the hospital, you can trust that these providers have been rigorously vetted. But what about doctors outside of a hospital setting? This is where a health advisor becomes invaluable, ensuring that the doctors treating you are the best fit for your unique needs and they are properly vetted.

For family offices and wealth advisors managing healthcare decisions, referrals are typically made to trusted advisors. These are professionals who they have carefully vetted. Having expertly vetted providers is essential to safeguarding both health and wealth. Poor healthcare decisions can result in significant costs, both financially and personally. At Wellworth, we conduct an independent vetting process similar to both top health systems and wealth advisors.

Our process for finding top-tier providers

Identifying the best healthcare providers for each client requires an in-depth understanding of both the providers and the clients we serve. At Wellworth, we carefully vet each provider and program to offer a selection of tailored options, helping our clients find the ideal match. For a client who needs a new doctor, we will create a list of questions to ask based on the patient's diagnosis to include treatment modalities used,  experience with the specific diagnosis, how they work with families, and what is protocol in a crisis, among others.

Wellworth is an independent company, free from financial incentives or affiliations that might bias our recommendations. Our only goal is to find the best providers and programs for you.

Our vetting protocol

Patient-centered discovery: We start by getting to know the client and understanding their unique needs and preferences.

Consulting with existing providers: If possible, we consult with the patient’s current providers to learn about their healthcare preferences.

Accessibility and availability assessment: We contact the doctor’s office to gauge responsiveness, communication style, and ease of access.

Thorough background review: We verify the doctor’s education, training, fellowship, academic appointments, awards, and accomplishments.

Peer insights: We check with our network of trusted clinicians for insights into each doctor’s reputation and expertise.

Research and publication review: We examine the doctor’s published research and work in medical journals.

Patient feedback and reviews: We look into reviews from past and current patients to spot trends or potential concerns, such as malpractice suits.

Matching expertise to needs: We assess the doctor’s specialization to ensure a perfect fit for the patient’s needs.

Healthcare system affiliation check: We often recommend providers at major medical centers, accredited institutions, and leading teaching hospitals.

Insurance compatibility: We confirm the doctor is in network with the patient’s insurance.

Access to Wellworth’s network and Medical Advisory Board: We leverage our extensive files, notes, and connections to assess the provider and discuss with our Medical Advisory Board if further insights are needed.

If you need assistance finding top-tier healthcare providers, a health advisor can simplify the process, help you choose insurance plans that align with your needs, facilitate medical records transfers, and more.

For more information on how Wellworth can help you and your family, feel free to reach out. We’re here to ensure you receive the best possible care, every step of the way.