In traditional fee-for-service primary care practices, physicians are often compensated based on the number of patients they see, the tests they order, or the procedures they perform.

 

This model can limit the time doctors spend with patients making it challenging to have in-depth conversations or address concerns outside brief, hurried appointments. Scheduling can often be difficulty with long waiting periods for available appointments, leaving patients waiting weeks even months for an appointment to see their provider.

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Direct primary care offers an alternative model. Instead of paying for each visit or procedure, patients pay a monthly fee.  This structure frees providers from productivity pressures and allows them to focus on quality care tailored to individual needs. Patients benefit from direct access to their provider when needed and convenience of consultations via telemedicine, thus giving the patient a convenient option for virtual care.

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In this model, your provider is committed to delivering high-quality personalized care, prioritizing your long-term health and wellness. As a member, you can rely on your direct primary care provider for routine preventative services, such as annual checkups, chronic disease management, weight loss, nutrition, smoking cessation, men's and woman's health (HRT). This ongoing relationship can help avoid costly hospital visits by providing consistent and accessible care.