Harmony Personal Physicians

If you want an ongoing relationship with an internal medicine practice in Niles, Harmony Personal Physicians offers care through an annual membership model. The office is at 7900 North Milwaukee Avenue, Suite 2-22, Niles, Illinois 60714.

Physicians and approach to care

The practice identifies Gail Herman, MD, and Lawrence Weiner, MD, as its physicians. Both have backgrounds in primary care, and the office describes a focus on medical history, physical examinations and time for discussion during visits.

Your care can include attention to overall wellness and the management of existing conditions. The practice also provides a patient portal and app, with staff assistance for scheduling and authorizations.

What the membership covers

The published membership information includes office visits and contact with the physicians. Routine laboratory testing for an annual physical and tests performed in the office are included under the described arrangements.

Other laboratory work may be sent to a reference laboratory that bills your insurance separately. Vaccines can also involve separate insurance billing through the supplying company, so those costs should be distinguished from the practice's membership fee.

Insurance and your Niles appointment

Harmony states that it is outside insurance networks, including Medicare, HMOs and PPOs, and that membership charges cannot be submitted for insurance reimbursement. Its FAQ also says the practice cannot provide HMO referrals.

You still need coverage for medical care outside the membership. Reviewing those arrangements before enrollment helps you understand the difference between the annual practice fee and services provided elsewhere. The Niles office location and appointment details can then be confirmed for your visit.