Executive Health FAQs
Frequently asked questions about executive health exams
Frequently asked questions about executive health exams
Find answers to common questions about the Executive Health WholePerson Examination offered at Scripps Health.
Is the WholePerson Examination only for executives?
The WholePerson Examination is for anyone who wants the best in early disease detection and prevention, delivered with care and streamlined efficiency, in one day and one place.
What’s the difference between a WholePerson exam and an annual physical exam offered through my own physician?
There are three key differences between Scripps Center for Executive Health and seeing your primary care physician.
The first difference is comprehensiveness of care. Your physician-led day of testing and lifestyle evaluations are designed to give you a blueprint for good health.
The second difference is your time and convenience. The variety of tests that we do in one day can save you time and prevent you from needing to travel to multiple facilities over a period of weeks.
Third, you have plenty of quality one-on-one time with each physician on your examination team to ask questions, discuss your results and fully understand your health.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
No, referrals are not required.
Is your WholePerson Examination the same for women as for men?
Yes, except for tests that are gender-specific.
What happens during the WholePerson Examination?
In the morning, you’ll meet with and be examined by a multidisciplinary team of Scripps physician specialists. After lunch you’ll have individualized lifestyle consultations with our specialists in exercise physiology, mind-body therapies and nutrition. Your day will also include a luxurious massage to help you fully relax.
How long will a WholePerson Examination take?
Your initial WholePerson Examination will begin at 7 am, and will be completed by 3 pm — in time to beat the afternoon rush. During subsequent visits, the exam will be completed by mid-morning because many of these tests do not need to be completed annually.
How soon will I get the results?
Many of your results will post to your MyScripps account before you leave our office and all results and recommendations will be available within three business days in one comprehensive physician dictated final report.
What happens if you find something?
Your lead Scripps Center for Executive Health physician will notify you promptly and will discuss the recommended follow-up care with you. If you wish, we can refer you to recommended specialists within the Scripps network.
How much does a WholePerson Examination cost?
Cost depends on your age, gender, history and unique risk factors. Our information packet provides the WholePerson Examination pricing, including a listing of optional procedures you may wish to consider.
Will my insurance cover me?
We offer our programs on a corporate-employer or self-sponsored basis. If you are a self-sponsored patient, your insurance may reimburse you for a portion of your charges. Although we’re not a provider with any commercial payer or with Medicare, we will provide you with documentation that you can submit to your insurance provider.
How often should I come back?
We recommend that you return for a follow-up appointment once a year after your first visit. Your follow-up visits repeat only the tests needed for your age, gender, risk factors and results from your previous exam.
Why should I choose the Scripps Center for Executive Health for this kind of exam?
Our WholePerson Examination is the most comprehensive examination of its kind —anywhere, across multiple health disciplines. It’s been our sole focus since the Scripps Center for Executive Health was founded in 1981. You’ll be provided with information about the current and predicted state of your health, including an accurate estimate of 10-year Coronary Heart Disease. You’ll also receive immediate access to the superior screening services and quality care that have made Scripps one of the world’s most trusted names in health care for more than 90 years.