Is there a doctor in the house?

As far as I ever knew, doctors only made house calls on TV and in black and white movies. In real life, however, if you aren't feeling well, you shouldn't wait around for the doctor to come to you. But, according to a New York Times article, some doctors are going old school and taking their practice to their patients.

Whether it be at home, at the office, or even at a hotel, a number of doctors nationwide are available to treat you for a variety of ailments. Some even travel with a portable X-ray or ultrasound machine, in addition to writing prescriptions and sometimes providing medication right there and then.

Be aware, though, that these house calls come at a hefty price; usually in the range of $250-$400 per visit, oftentimes with extra fees for some tests and the cost of meds. Plus, most insurance companies will only cover a portion of the expense, so you may be paying a fair amount of money out-of-pocket.