Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a healthcare model where patients pay their primary care physicians directly through a membership fee, instead of relying on traditional health insurance for routine care. These fees are usually charged monthly or annually and cover a wide range of primary care services, such as check-ups, preventive care, chronic disease management, and minor urgent care.

This model emphasizes a more personalized relationship between doctor and patient, often allowing for longer visits, easier access to care (like same-day or next-day appointments), and direct communication with the physician (even via phone, text, or email). It aims to simplify healthcare, reduce administrative burdens for doctors, and offer transparent pricing for patients.

Think of it as a way to bring a more personal, less bureaucratic feel to medical care. Does this sound like something you're curious to explore further?

Did you know that over 40¢ of every healthcare dollar is spent on insurance billing and overhead? This often forces doctors to work under immense pressure—fitting in more patients daily just to cover costs. For you, this results in longer wait times, rushed visits, and rising bills.

At our clinic, we take a different approach. By cutting out expensive third-party overhead, we reinvest that 40¢ directly into improving patient care. What does that mean for you? You get more time with your doctor, shorter waits, and lower costs.

We believe insurance should play a crucial role in covering unexpected, high-cost medical events. But for routine and preventive care, traditional insurance can often create more hurdles than help—limiting your access, shortening appointments, and driving up costs. That’s why we offer a model that blends Direct Primary Care (DPC) with complementary options like wrap-around insurance or medical cost-sharing plans.

For our Medicare patients, while we’re required to bill Medicare, we’re still committed to delivering the same high-quality, personalized care that all of our patients enjoy. We also strive to simplify the process for you wherever possible.

When you combine our Direct Primary Care approach with a high-deductible insurance or cost-sharing plan, you get the best of both worlds. Here’s why:

- Keep affordable coverage for major medical events.

- Enjoy affordable, accessible, and comprehensive care for everyday needs.

At BellaireCare Direct Family Health, we can address over 80-90% of your regular healthcare needs. You’ll still have access to specialists, the medications you rely on, and essential procedures like imaging. The difference? You’ll experience care that’s more personal, cost-effective, and hassle-free.

Enhance your employee benefits plan by offering a Direct Primary Care (DPC) membership. This innovative approach ensures your team receives accessible, high-quality care while reducing overall costs for your business.

Considering an update to your benefits plan? Contact BellaireCare Direct Family Health today! We provide 80–90% of the healthcare services you and your employees need, empowering a healthier, more productive workplace.

According to State of Reform, the DPC model—a monthly-fee approach to primary care—can reduce claims by 20% while boosting patient satisfaction. It’s a win-win for both employers and employees.

By introducing DPC, you can attract and retain top talent while reaping significant business advantages:

- Increased productivity and reduced absenteeism

- Enhanced job satisfaction

- Higher employee retention rates

Your employees will value our personalized, comprehensive care and seamless convenience. With DPC, members benefit from excellent access to healthcare, improved health outcomes, and cost savings.

No matter your organization's size, BellaireCare Direct Family Health could be the ideal solution for your employees—and your bottom line.

Discover more in Direct Primary Care: Evaluating a New Model of Financing and Delivery by the Society of Actuaries.

Research published in the American Journal of Managed Care highlights that Direct Primary Care (DPC) may serve as a cost-effective alternative to traditional primary care for Medicare beneficiaries, especially those with chronic conditions. The findings indicate that DPC patients experience reduced hospitalization rates and lower overall healthcare costs compared to their traditional primary care counterparts.

At our practice, we have opted out of Medicare and will not bill medicare, but we provide the same exceptional care to our Medicare patients as we do to all Direct Primary Care patients. We focus on delivering personalized, high-quality care, with 24/7 accessibility and home visits, while minimizing unnecessary barriers and costs whenever possible.

Additionally, a study in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine points out that DPC can enhance primary care access for Medicaid beneficiaries, resulting in improved health outcomes. This study found that DPC patients had fewer emergency room visits and hospitalizations and achieved better management of chronic conditions compared to patients in traditional primary care.

Further supporting these findings, a systematic review in the Annals of Family Medicine underscores that DPC offers a cost-effective solution for Medicaid beneficiaries, particularly for those with chronic diseases. The review connects DPC to increased primary care access, heightened patient satisfaction, and better health outcomes among Medicaid patients.

- “Direct Primary Care: A Cost-Effective Alternative to Traditional Primary Care for Medicare Beneficiaries” (American Journal of Managed Care)

- “Direct Primary Care: A Novel Approach to Improve Access to Primary Care for Medicaid Beneficiaries” (Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine)

- “Direct Primary Care for Medicaid Beneficiaries: A Systematic Review” (Annals of Family Medicine)