Frequently Asked Questions

I do not bill your insurance for my visits so there is no copay. You should still have insurance to pay for medications, specialists, hospital stays, labs, and imaging. I will work with you to optimize the benefits of your insurance plan and minimize cost.

Cancel your membership at any time with a 30-day written notice. Any unused portion of your membership will be refunded.

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a healthcare model where you have a direct relationship with your primary care doctor, without involving insurance for routine care. Instead of paying copays or dealing with surprise bills, you pay a simple monthly membership fee. That fee covers most of your everyday healthcare needs, like checkups, sick visits, and ongoing management of chronic conditions.

Because DPC doctors aren’t tied to insurance billing, they typically care for far fewer patients than a traditional practice. (Most of my prior practices I was responsible for around 2000 patients. I intend to see less than 300 patients in my new practice.) That smaller patient load means you get longer appointments, same‑ or next‑day scheduling, and easier access to your doctor through text, phone, or video. It’s designed to feel more personal and less rushed, giving you time to ask questions and actually understand your health.

DPC isn’t insurance, but it pairs well with a high‑deductible or catastrophic plan for emergencies or hospital care. Think of it as having a personal doctor on standby for the everyday stuff, while insurance handles the big, unexpected events. It’s a simpler, more transparent way to get primary care that focuses on you rather than paperwork.

No, I do not charge a sign-on fee. There is a minimum three month commitment required.

I see all patients 18 years and older.

I work with medicare to optimize your medical care and minimize expenses. I do not personally bill Medicare for my services so there are no co-pays for my care / appointments. Medicare will not pay for my membership fee.

If you are hospitalized, I will work closely with your hospital team and arrange for quick follow up after you are discharged from the hospital to allow for a seamless transition and most importantly to prevent you from returning to the hospital.