When it comes to healthcare, many people assume they only have two options: rely on insurance for traditional medical practices or pay out of pocket for high-cost visits. But what if there was a better way?

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is that better way and it’s been reshaping the healthcare landscape for over 20 years. With a more affordable, personalized, and patient-centered model, DPC creates a win-win for patients and providers alike. It’s exactly why I made the leap as a patient in 2014, and later as a physician in 2016.

As we approach open enrollment season, now is the perfect time to explore how DPC could be a game-changer for you and your family. If you've ever been frustrated with long wait times, rushed visits, impersonal care, or surprise medical bills, it might be time to rethink what healthcare can look like.

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a membership-based model where patients pay a flat monthly fee—typically between $65 and $150—to access unlimited primary care services. DPC eliminates the middleman (insurance), offering better access, lower costs, and a stronger doctor-patient relationship.

1. Cost: Affordable & Predictable vs. Expensive & Unpredictable

 

DPC

 ✅ Flat monthly fee (no copays or surprise bills)

✅ Discounts on labs, imaging, prescriptions

✅ Prevents costly urgent care/ER visits

Traditional Care

❌ High premiums, copays, and hidden fees

❌ Higher costs for routine services

❌ Unexpected charges and out-of-network costs

💡 Why DPC Wins: Predictable costs and transparency give you peace of mind—and better access to care.
 

2. Doctor-Patient Relationship: Personalized vs. Rushed
 

DPC

✅ 30–60 minute visits

✅ Personalized care from a doctor who knows you

✅ Easy communication via text, portal, phone

✅ Focus on prevention and holistic wellness

Traditional Care

❌ 5–15 minute visits

❌ Doctors juggling 20–30 patients/day

❌ Often have to go through nurses or assistants

❌ Focus on billing codes and diagnoses

💡 Why DPC Wins: You get a real relationship with your provider—someone who listens and truly cares.

 

3. Access: Immediate & Convenient vs. Delays & Frustration 

DPC

✅ Same- or next-day appointments

✅ Direct access by phone, portal, or video

✅ No crowded waiting rooms

Traditional Care

❌ Long waits for appointments

❌ Hard to reach your doctor

❌ Office visits can take hours

💡 Why DPC Wins: You get care when you need it—without delays or red tape.

DPC

✅ No insurance needed for primary care

✅ No surprise bills or pre-authorizations

✅ Insurance can still be used for specialists or hospital care

Traditional Care

❌ Insurance required for most care

❌ Frequent denials and paperwork nightmares

❌ Confusing billing codes and networks

💡 Why DPC Wins: Clear pricing and no insurance games means less stress and more control.

DPC is a great fit for:

✅ Individuals and families seeking affordable, high-quality healthcare
✅ Small business owners looking for cost-effective employee health options
✅ People with high-deductible plans who want to avoid high out-of-pocket costs
✅ Anyone tired of the traditional system’s inefficiencies and frustrations

The traditional healthcare system is expensive, impersonal, and reactive. Direct Primary Care is different. It’s affordable, proactive, and focused on you.

At DOPC, we do DPC with an Osteopathic twist, seeing the whole person, not just the symptom. We look at body, mind, and spirit. Instead of the traditional “find it, fix it, forget it” model, we get curious, ask why, and work to bring your body back into balance.

We don’t just treat illness, we help you heal, prevent, and thrive.

Wondering if there’s a DPC clinic near you? You might be surprised by how large the movement has become. Use the DPC Mapper from DPC Frontier to find a clinic near you or your loved ones.

Ready to Make the Switch?
We’re currently accepting new patients! With the addition of Martina Paiz, NP, our team is expanding and we’d love to meet you.

👉 Schedule your FREE Meet & Greet with Martina today and find out how DPC can work for you.

📍 Join DOPC and experience our vision:
Re-Envision Health + Care. Provide Service. Model Balance.