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Dr. Kemper

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Richard J. Kempert, MD

Family Medicine
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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

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Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

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Residency

University of California, Irvine
Orange, CA
1978-1980
Chief Resident 1979-1980

Internship

Mt. Carmel Medical Center
Columbus, OH
1974-1975

Medical School

The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Columbus, OH
Doctorate of Medicine 1974

Undergraduate

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Cum Laude 1971

Mission Hospital Laguna Beach
Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

US Navy Undersea Medical Institute 1975
- Certified Undersea Medical Officer
- Duty as Squadron Medical Officer
Submarine Squadron Three 1976-1978
- Performed training and treatment of diving casualties with hyperbaric chamber

Sailing, photography, SCUBA

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

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Dr. Kemper

Meet Richard J. Kempert, MD


My goal as your personal doctor is to partner with you to create a comfortable medical home that encourages you to seek and follow medical advice that can improve your personal lifestyle and help prevent or treat serious conditions before permanent harm occurs. I will work with you at each step to help you make informed decisions toward achieving your goals – whether it's to optimally treat known conditions, uncover hidden risks or just have a mutually respectful conversation to answer your questions and concerns. 

As one of the few family medicine doctors in south Orange County offering this personalized healthcare approach, I provide a level of care that can help you receive the prompt attention your health deserves. I also offer conveniences, like same- or next-day appointments that start on time, which may be found in concierge medicine practices. 

My practice is located in Dana Point, California, and serves patients from all of South Orange County. I mainly focus on adult medicine now but have extensive experience in adolescent care and preventive care in addition to all aspects of primary care. I am affiliated with Mission Hospital.

Get Started Today

Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Kempert.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

I want to...

*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to MDVIP to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at any number you may provide to MDVIP. You acknowledge that your consent to receive these communications is not required and that you may call the number listed above to get more information or enroll. You can contact MDVIP any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages by replying "STOP" via text or calling 1-877-764-2340. Text "HELP" for help. Message frequency may vary. Message/data rates may apply.

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Kempert's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Kempert quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Kempert by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Kempert when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Kempert.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

I want to...

*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to MDVIP to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at any number you may provide to MDVIP. You acknowledge that your consent to receive these communications is not required and that you may call the number listed above to get more information or enroll. You can contact MDVIP any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages by replying "STOP" via text or calling 1-877-764-2340. Text "HELP" for help. Message frequency may vary. Message/data rates may apply.

Reviews from around the web

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10/22/2018 arnie pell
I've been a patient of Dr. Kempert's for 20 years, and he has always been as concerned about my health as I am... He and his staff treat everyone with the utmost respect... He is accessible, knowledgeable, funny, and has a wonderful disposition of being professional and personal... I highly recommend Dr. Kempert to care for anyone's health and well being...
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02/28/2023 Miranda Mayer
Dr. Kempert's office manager is terribly disrespectful. I've managed multiple radiology facilities and I am appalled how she talks to patients.
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12/29/2021 donna schwabenland
Dr. Kempert is the best primary care physician I have ever visited! The office Staff and service is excellent.
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06/12/2019 Don Lee
Most caring and compassionate doctor I have ever met. Dr. Kempert has been taking of me for last 30 years and I give him all the credit for keeping me healthy. I wish all the doctors were like Dr. Kempert.
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04/24/2021 Janelle Crosby
I had to leave Dr. Kempert's practice several years ago due to job loss. I have read all of the comments about him and couldn't agree more. He stood by me every day for several years thru an eating disorder. I don't think Dr. Kempert ever realized how much his dedication, concern and care meant to me. He was always there supporting me and never judging me. I have yet to find a doctor as compassionate and thoughtful. Dr. K you are the best! Miss you!
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03/06/2020 David Field
Great experience with Dr. Kempert, particularly ability to follow up after hours directly with the Doctor.
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03/01/2023 Nicole Cho
I just called their office to make an appointment. The receptionist was extremely rude. Going somewhere else strictly because of my encounter with her. Hoping she was just having a bad day and isn't normally that intolerable in her day-to-day life.
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07/29/2015 Norm Marks
A true professional who puts your health first!
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01/02/2018 Jake McLovin
Unbelievable Doctor, Unbelievable care.
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12/20/2019 Peggy Robino
Most caring doctor I’ve ever been to. He listens and he cares! He’s “ right on” with his diagnosis and treatments. Cannot tell you how much we ( my husband and I) trust this good doctor; he’s a mild mannered physician with a great mind and heart.
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02/16/2019 Pam Carrie
Dr. Kempert is an excellent, professional, concerned, and honest internist. He cares about his patients and spends quality time with them. My husband Doug and I thoroughly appreciate such a kind, professional doctor, and we appreciate his caring, concerned staff, as well!
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07/30/2016 Cathy Gellis
I used to be a patient of Dr. Kempert's. I was 13, 1983, when I started going to him and stopped when I moved from California to Virginia in 2003. He is a wonderful doctor and man who puts your wellbeing above everything else. He's patient and won't ever rush you. If you need more time on a visit he'll give you that time without making you feel like he's got one foot out the door.
I was in a car accident when I was 17 and went through a lot and he was there through it all with me. I've never been able to thank him enough for that.
There are some people who go into medical practice for the money, Dr. Kempert isn't one of those kind of doctors, he's a true gift to the profession.
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08/05/2016 Alexandria Heatley
I have only recently come under the care of Dr. Kempert. I am an LVN who has had vomiting issues for almost the last ten years of my life, many ER visits & the amount of suffering and never having answer's to what is wrong with me has plagued me for over 5 years.
Dr. Kempert is AMAZING!!
This man is like an angel to me, he always takes my calls & or returns them. His compassion is nothing short of incredible, I have several female conditions & in our first meeting I am explaining my health history and he stops me.... He tells me how sorry he is that I've been suffering for this long and how he felt for me.
Ive worked in a few practices and I have never encountered a physician like Dr. Kempert.....
He not only gives compassion but he has helped me FINALLY find the answers to what is wrong & we are currently working on a better management situation so I can have a life that isn't ruled by my condition. I cannot say enough good things about this man!!

I hope you know how grateful I am to you.... you have done more for me than any Dr. has thus far.
Thank you Doc, I wish I could say thank you enough.
we all are so fortunate to be under your care.
- Alex H
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06/12/2020 Diana Schmitz
I just had my new patient introduction visit with Dr. Kempert . What a joy! A dr. who is compassionate, caring and listens, the way doctors used to, back in the day!
The office staff are very professional and friendly. Everyone wearing masks, social distancing with a shield at the front desk, and thorough cleaning of all equipment in exam rooms between patients.
I just wish I had found Dr. Kempert 12 years ago when, having moved to Dana Point to care for my mother, I signed on with the physician who was her doctor for many years.
Big mistake, it took a recent visit where there were no masks, no gloves, no shield at reception, no social distancing, no nurse, no temp. check, no blood pressure check and no hand cleaner or any sign of sanitizing any equipment, to give me the impetus to find a new doctor. Being old and having many health issues I was horrified.
What a wonderful experience to be treated with respect and kindness, and the assurance that when I needed medical help there would be someone there to provide it.
Thank you Dr. Kempert, you're a breath of fresh air!

Testimonials from patients of Richard J. Kempert, MD

Thankful for Dr. Richard Kempert

from Peggy in CA • March 11, 2024
I've been a patient of Dr. Kempert for close to 5 years now and it has been a good relationship. It's nice to know that if I have a problem, Dr. Kempert's office
is usually able to work me into their schedule. This past week Dr. Kempert was able to get me into a neurologist on an emergency basis as I was suffering extreme pain in my facial area. This doctor didn't have Read more...

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from glenda in CA • March 16, 2020
Easy to talk to, kind and calm. Has been my doctor for 30 years . I consider myself fortunate to have this connection over so many years.

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from glenda in CA • March 16, 2020
Dr. Kempert is a sane and calm friend I can talk to easily. He has been my doctor for thirty years. I am completely satisfied. I consider myself fortunate to have this connection.

Most awesome caring doctor.

from Peggy in CA • February 5, 2014
Most awesome caring doctor...always willing to work you into his busy schedule when you need him!

Thank you, Dr. Richard Kempert, for being such an exceptional family physician.

from Pam & Doug in CA • February 7, 2014
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Thank you, Dr. Richard Kempert, for being such an exceptional family physician. We appreciate having you in our lives, and we are healthier for it!!! Thanks to Philly & Terri, too! You are a wonderful medical office to be part of! We appreciate being part of your MDVIP practice.

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Locations & Hours

Primary Office

34052 La Plaza Suite 101
Dana Point, CA 92629

call 949.496.7881

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Hours

Mon 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Kempert.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$587.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,175.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,350.00 each year*

I want to...

*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to MDVIP to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at any number you may provide to MDVIP. You acknowledge that your consent to receive these communications is not required and that you may call the number listed above to get more information or enroll. You can contact MDVIP any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages by replying "STOP" via text or calling 1-877-764-2340. Text "HELP" for help. Message frequency may vary. Message/data rates may apply.

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