Direct Primary Care is a model of providing health care directly to patients without billing insurance companies. Patients pay a flat-rate monthly membership fee that provides them with direct access to their physician and very flexible appointment times. See the video at the bottom of this webpage for a great explanation of Direct Primary Care.

Patients benefit from Direct Primary Care because it gets back to what medicine used to be about - you! There is no more middle man making decisions about your healthcare. You will benefit from having a doctor who knows you and is significantly less burdened by enormous patient panels. Appointment times are relaxed and not determined by numbers, but by your needs.

Absolutely! Your membership includes so much more than the ability to have frequent visits. You benefit from having a doctor who knows you personally. Studies show that having a proactive relationship with a primary care doctor greatly improves health outcomes. Also, DPC doctors see significantly fewer patients (average of 300) compared to traditional clinic doctors (average 3,000). Taking care of fewer patients allows your doctor to have much more time with you, creating flexibility in appointment scheduling and time, not to mention after hours care when necessary. Moreover, I will work towards obtaining labs, imaging, and other referrals that may be necessary at the lowest cost possible to you. We do the research so you don't have to!

The terms DPC and Concierge are often used interchangeably, but they are actually quite different. Both Concierge and DPC practices charge a periodic membership fee from their patients. However, in Concierge medicine this membership fee does not pay for any of your care. Concierge clinics still bill insurance companies for all of their patient's visits and services, just like traditional clinics. With Direct Primary Care, your membership fee covers all of the care provided by your physician. DPC does not bill insurance and instead works directly with their patients through a flat monthly membership fee.

No. As a Direct Primary Care practice I do not accept or bill any insurance companies. This is what makes our practice model so unique and well-fit for patient-centered care.

Since sometimes our life takes an unexpected turn, resulting in the need for significant medical care, I recommend that all of my patients maintain a high-deductible insurance plan and/or health share plan to cover catastrophic needs/events.

Children ages 0-17 years = $35/month Adults ages 18 - 40 years = $50/month Adults 41 - 64 years = $65/month Adults over 64 = $80/month Maximum family membership fee = $200/month Abundant Health does charge a one-time $99 initiation fee.

Your membership fee covers all of the care that you receive directly from me. This includes all of your appointments with me and communication with me outside of our appointments through text, email, and phone. There is no limit to the amount of appointments you are allowed to schedule, and there are no time limits on your appointment length. Abundant Health members will also receive access to significantly reduced lab costs that have been negotiated for my patients. I will also work to find low-cost imaging and referral services when necessary. I do the research so you do not have to!

Just about everything! I am board certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, meaning I have extensive experience taking care of acute and chronic needs for patients of any age. I also have a particular interest in preventive care (ie. making sure you stay healthy!) with a focus on nutrition, mental health, and overall wellness. I do not currently offer in-office procedures such as skin biopsies, sutures, joint injections, splinting, ECG's, or nebulizer treatments.

If it appears that your current need requires immediate attention, I will assist you in arranging your visit to the nearest hospital. Moreover, as your personal physician who has a deep understanding of your healthcare needs and individual desires, I can communicate with the hospitalist or consultant on your care team. Similarly, if you are currently under the care of a specialist, I will gladly work along side that physician to partner over your care.

Yes! This is one of the best benefits of a DPC model: you have a doctor who is available for you! Injuries and illness do not respect normal business hours so you should not have to either. That being said, if you have a concern that is not urgent, we respectfully ask that you wait until normal business hours.

Most likely no. However, since every state does vary slightly in regards to their laws, please check with a local tax consultant if you desire to do this.

Recent legislation has been supportive of HSA/FSA usage for DPC membership fees up to $150/month, but please check with your accountant/tax consultant. Additionally, labs or referrals that are obtained through your visit with me are eligible for reimbursement.

Not currently. This will change in the near future so check back soon!

The short answer is no. While I do have the qualifications for prescribing controlled substances, I have learned through experience and research that almost ubiquitously, controlled substances are not the best treatment option for individuals. Whether this be opiates for chronic pain, or stimulants for ADHD, there are many steps and therapeutic options to be taken that result in a better longevity and quality of life.

Call 911! While I strive to be available for all needs as they come up, please please, if you are experiencing a medical emergency call 911. Symptoms that may suggest you are having a medical emergency include: - Extreme left-sided chest pain, heaviness (described as an elephant sitting on your chest!), and/or difficulty breathing. - Sudden loss of words, confusion, consciousness, or other acute changes in mental status. - Extreme light-headedness and/or dizziness (that may be the result of head injury, profuse bleeding, or significant exposure to heat and dehydration).

In a vast majority of circumstances a well-conducted virtual visit, utilizing webcams and photos (if needed), will allow a physician to properly identify and address the needs of the patient. In fact, the National Institute for Health has asserted that telehealth services can be equivalent or even more effective than usual clinical care. In the setting of Direct Primary Care when I have the ability to focus my time on fewer patients with longer appointment times, the effectiveness of telehealth consultations increases even from there. Depending on the reason for your visit with me, I may request that certain photographs (for skin concerns), measurements (such as height, weight, blood pressure), and other records be sent to me prior to our visit so that I can have all of the information necessary to take care of you.