What is the direct primary care difference?

1) More time with your doctor
DPC practices typically schedule longer visits, which means you’re not squeezed into a 10-minute slot. You get time to ask questions, understand your options, and create a real plan.

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2) Direct access when you need it
Many DPC patients can reach their doctor by phone, text, or secure messaging—and can often get same-day or next-day appointments. That means fewer urgent care trips and less time waiting.

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3) Transparent, predictable pricing
With DPC, you know your monthly cost upfront. No surprise bills, no confusing “explanations of benefits,” and no copays at the door.

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4) Preventive care that actually prevents
Because your doctor isn’t racing the clock, DPC allows for proactive care—better management of weight, blood pressure, diabetes risk, stress, sleep, nutrition, and overall health goals.

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5) Fewer middlemen, less frustration
Without insurance dictating what’s covered or how care is delivered, your doctor can focus on what’s best for you—not what’s best for billing codes.

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Is DPC the Same as Insurance?

No—DPC is not insurance. It covers your primary care. Many patients pair DPC with a high-deductible or catastrophic plan for emergencies, hospital care, or specialist services.