How Much Does an Executive Physical Cost?

Business executives often operate at an intense pace. Long hours, high-stakes decisions, and nonstop responsibilities leave little time for personal health.

As a result, routine care is frequently delayed or overlooked, even when early attention could make a meaningful difference.

When this happens, manageable issues like high blood pressure or elevated blood sugar can go undetected, increasing the risk of more serious conditions over time, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, or heart attack.

These outcomes don’t just impact individual health; they affect leadership continuity and business performance.

Executive physicals provide a proactive and strategic approach to protecting executive health and, by extension, the stability of the organizations they lead.

At PartnerMD, we’ve been providing executive physicals for over 20 years. That long-term experience has shaped a program designed not just to detect health issues early, but to help executives stay focused, energized, and effective over time.

In this article, you’ll learn:

• What do executive physicals typically cost across providers

• How billing works for both individuals and companies

• How proactive health planning supports long-term leadership performance

How much do executive physicals cost?

Executive physicals are available through a range of providers, including concierge practices, private luxury clinics, regional health systems, and nationally recognized academic medical centers.

The cost can vary significantly based on the provider, the level of testing, and any additional services included. Most programs fall within the $2,000 to $6,000 range, although higher pricing may be possible depending on the complexity of the exam.

Here’s how a few of the more established providers structure their pricing:

• PartnerMD: $2,700 to $4,000, depending on the specific physical (See the executive physical cost calculator tool for pricing specifics)

• Emory Healthcare: $3,000 to $5,000 or more, based on age, gender, and scope of testing

• Mayo Clinic: Historically priced around $5,000 (latest cost estimate, 2017)

• Private luxury clinics: Often priced at $10,000 or more, with additional time, testing, and amenities included in the experience

What you pay depends on the provider, how the program is structured, and the specific needs of the executive. Most organizations find that physicals in the mid-range pricing bracket offer a strong balance of depth, efficiency, and long-term value.

Who pays for executive physicals — and how?

Executive physicals are usually paid directly by the company or the individual, rather than processed through insurance. While this often simplifies the process, it also requires a clear understanding of how the cost fits into your health benefits strategy or personal budget.

Here’s how most companies handle billing:

• Direct payment at the time of service

• Employer billing, coordinated in advance

• Reimbursement via HSA/FSA or company wellness programs

Most companies consider this a strategic investment. Offering executive physicals helps reduce absenteeism, turnover, and high-cost surprises from untreated conditions.

Are executive physicals worth the cost?

While pricing is important, it is just one part of the overall value. A well-structured executive physical offers more than routine testing. It supports long-term health, performance, and continuity.

Whether you're investing in your own health or supporting the well-being of your employees, executive physicals provide lasting value in several key areas:

• Early detection of critical health issues

• Reduced downtime from illness or injury

• Peace of mind for executives and their families

• Improved performance through better energy and focus

In the end, executive physicals are not just about catching potential health issues. They are about protecting focus, energy, and leadership capacity over time. Whether viewed as a personal investment or a strategic benefit for an organization, the value extends well beyond the exam room.

Your next step: Put executive health into practice

Many high-performing professionals do not realize their health is at risk until it becomes a problem.

That is especially true when long hours and constant pressure are viewed as the norm. Now that you know what executive physicals cost and how they work, you are ready to choose a program that aligns with your goals.

At PartnerMD, we’ve worked with countless professionals and organizations to design executive physical programs that deliver both health insight and long-term value.

With options tailored to fit demanding schedules and varying needs, these comprehensive exams are available from our offices in Richmond, Virginia; Owings Mills, Maryland; Greenville, South Carolina; and Sandy Springs, Georgia.

Each visit is built to provide preventive care without unnecessary disruption, helping leaders stay focused, prepared, and proactive about their health.

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