About 1 to 1 Patient Care

 

1 to 1 Patient Care follows the direct primary care (DPC)model, which flips the traditional healthcare payment model on its head. Instead of relying on insurance companies, DPC operates on a monthly membership fee system paid directly by the patient to the DPC provider.

Here's a breakdown of how DPC gets paid:

• Monthly Membership Fee: This is the core of DPC. Patients pay a flat fee each month, for access to a defined set of primary care services. This fee covers most, if not all, routine and preventive care needs.

• Transparent Pricing: DPC eliminates the complexities of insurance billing. You'll know exactly what your membership fee covers upfront.

Here are some key things to remember about DPC payments:

• No Insurance Billing: DPC practices typically don't bill insurance companies for services covered by the membership fee.

• Potential Insurance Integration: While uncommon, some DPC practices might allow you to use your insurance to cover additional services beyond what the membership fee includes.

• High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Recommendation: DPC is often recommended alongside a high-deductible health plan (HDHP). The membership fee can cover routine care, while the HDHP with a Health Savings Account (HSA) can be used for unexpected medical emergencies or specialty care needs.

Overall, DPC offers a simplified and potentially more affordable way to pay for primary healthcare, with a focus on direct patient-provider relationships and transparent pricing.