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Patient Lifetime Value
What a patient is worth to the practice over time.
Your Numbers
The Result
The Operator's Read
Each patient is worth about $4,000 over their lifetime. Retention drives this more than any single visit — a recall system pays for itself many times over.
Built by The Crimson Bench · Educational tool, not financial advice
About the Patient Lifetime Value
Enter average visit value, visits per year, and years retained to estimate a patient’s lifetime value — the basis for how much you can invest to acquire one.
How the Patient Lifetime Value Works
3 inputs in, 2 results out — computed live on your device. Here's exactly what it uses.
| Input | Example value |
|---|---|
| Average visit value | $200 |
| Visits per year | 4 |
| Years retained | 5 |
Worked Example
Using the example inputs above, the tool returns:
Annual value
$800.00
Lifetime value
$4,000
The Operator's Read
Each patient is worth about $4,000 over their lifetime. Retention drives this more than any single visit — a recall system pays for itself many times over.
Assumptions & Limitations
- •This is a single-point calculator — it answers one question at a time. For a full time-based projection, use the matching Toolkit Pro simulator.
- •Defaults are illustrative. Replace them with your real numbers before relying on the result.
- •Educational tool only — not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Patient Lifetime Value calculate?
Enter average visit value, visits per year, and years retained to estimate a patient’s lifetime value — the basis for how much you can invest to acquire one. It takes 3 inputs — Average visit value, Visits per year, Years retained — and returns Annual value, Lifetime value.
How do I use the Patient Lifetime Value?
Enter your figures in the fields above and the result updates instantly. No signup, no limits, and nothing leaves your browser — the math runs on your device.
Is the Patient Lifetime Value free?
Yes, completely free. For the full time-based simulation — projection tables, scenarios, Excel/PDF export, and AI analysis — see the matching Toolkit Pro simulator.
Who built this tool?
The Crimson Bench's Ivy League-educated operators — the same people we deploy into C-suites. It uses the exact method they'd apply in an engagement.
Is this financial advice?
No. The Patient Lifetime Value is an educational tool for directional planning — not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice.
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