Why you should choose the Direct Primary Care Model: Break Free from the Barriers to Better Patient-Doctor Relationships
Say Goodbye to the Insurance Middlepeople and Discover the Benefits of Direct Primary Care
Imagine a healthcare experience where you actually come first—no insurance hassles, no surprise bills, just you and your doctor working together for your health. That’s what Direct Primary Care (DPC) is all about, and at PridePoint Health, we’re making it our mission to bring this patient-centered approach to you.
In the traditional healthcare system, your doctor spends more time filling out paperwork than they do seeing you. Why? Because insurance companies, with all their red tape and profit-driven motives, have taken over the doctor-patient relationship. They’re the ones calling the shots—deciding what treatments you can have, how long you have to wait, and how much you’ll pay (spoiler: it’s usually more than you expected).
But here’s the thing: insurance companies don’t provide care. We do. And that’s where DPC steps in, cutting out the middlepeople and all the nonsense that comes with them.
The Problem with Traditional Healthcare
Let’s face it: the traditional, insurance-driven model isn’t working for most people. It’s a system designed by insurance companies to maximize their profits, often at the expense of your care. They create obstacles like denying necessary treatments, increasing premiums, and piling on paperwork that drags your doctor away from where they’re needed most—by your side.
And then there’s the issue of tying your health coverage to your job. Lose or change your job, and suddenly you’re forced to find a new doctor, disrupting the continuity of care that’s so crucial to your health. This revolving door of doctors leaves patients feeling lost, frustrated, and often turning to unreliable sources like social media for answers.
Meanwhile, as insurance companies keep slashing reimbursements, corporate healthcare systems are cutting corners by hiring less-trained, lower-cost providers to do the job of your primary care physician. It’s a race to the bottom, and unfortunately, your care can suffer as a result.
What Makes Direct Primary Care Different?
At PridePoint Health, we’re turning the traditional model on its head. Instead of working for insurance companies, we work directly for you. That means no more insurance hoops to jump through, no more rushed visits, and no more wondering if your care is being compromised by someone else’s bottom line.
With DPC, you pay a simple monthly membership fee that covers most of your primary care needs. This not only saves you money but also gives you something you can’t put a price on—time. Time with your doctor, time to ask questions, and time to get the care you deserve.
You’ll have direct access to your physician—text, phone, email—you name it. Sometimes, all it takes is a quick phone call to solve a simple problem, saving you the time and hassle of an office visit. Need to see us in person? We’ve got you covered with same-day or next-day appointments. And when it comes to lab tests and imaging, we negotiate low-cost, wholesale prices for you, typically making them cheaper than your cost-share with insurance. Everything is transparent, so you’ll never be left guessing about costs. But don’t worry—if you have insurance and prefer to use it for medications, lab work, imaging, or specialty referrals, you absolutely can.
These are just a few of the many reasons the Direct Primary Care model is growing in popularity.
Why PridePoint Health is Different
At PridePoint Health, we’re here to offer a better way. Our DPC model is all about you. We believe in building long-term relationships, providing personalized care, and making sure you never feel like just another number in the system. With us, you’ll experience healthcare the way it was meant to be—focused on your needs, not someone else’s profits.
So, why settle for the old way of doing things when there’s a better option? Schedule a Meet and Greet with us today and see for yourself how PridePoint Health can make a difference in your health journey. It’s time to put your health back where it belongs—in your hands.