Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a healthcare model where patients pay their primary care provider directly through a flat monthly fee, rather than going through insurance for routine medical services.

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Key Features of Direct Primary Care:

• Membership-Based: Patients pay a monthly or annual fee (usually between $50–$150/month).

• No Insurance Billing: DPC practices do not bill insurance for services, which cuts administrative costs.

• Unlimited Access: Most DPC plans include unlimited visits, longer appointments, and same-day or next-day access.

• Focus on Preventive Care: The model encourages ongoing doctor-patient relationships and preventive care.

• Transparent Pricing: Labs, imaging, and medications are often offered at wholesale prices, with full cost transparency.

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What’s Included:

• Regular checkups

• Chronic disease management

• Preventive care

• Basic procedures 

• In-house lab tests (sometimes)

• Text/phone/email access to your provider

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What’s Not Typically Included:

• Hospitalizations

• Specialist visits

• Emergency care

• Major surgeries

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DPC is often compared to a gym membership for healthcare—you pay a set fee and get consistent access to a service without hidden costs or third-party billing.