A Simpler Healthcare Option for Small Businesses and Local Teams
Direct Primary Care gives employees easier access to a doctor through a simple monthly membership, with clear pricing, faster appointments, and direct communication.
Whether you have 2 employees or 20, Direct Primary Care may help make healthcare feel simpler, more personal, and easier to use.
Serving local businesses in the Hickory and Catawba County area.
A Simpler Healthcare Option for Small Businesses and Local Teams
Direct Primary Care gives employees easier access to a doctor through a simple monthly membership, with clear pricing, faster appointments, and direct communication.
Whether you have 2 employees or 20, Direct Primary Care may help make healthcare feel simpler, more personal, and easier to use.
Serving local businesses in the Hickory and Catawba County area.
What Is Direct Primary Care?
Direct Primary Care, also called DPC, is a membership-based primary care model. Instead of billing insurance for regular office visits, employees pay a flat monthly membership for direct access to their doctor.
That often includes:
same or next-day appointments
longer visits
phone, text, or message communication
preventive care
ongoing care for common health concerns
discounted labs and medications
DPC is not insurance. It is a simpler way to access primary care.
What Is Direct Primary Care?
Direct Primary Care, also called DPC, is a membership-based primary care model. Instead of billing insurance for regular office visits, employees pay a flat monthly membership for direct access to their doctor.
That often includes:
same or next-day appointments
longer visits
phone, text, or message communication
preventive care
ongoing care for common health concerns
discounted labs and medications
DPC is not insurance. It is a simpler way to access primary care.
Why Small Businesses Are Exploring DPC
Many small businesses want to support employee health, but traditional healthcare options can feel expensive, confusing, and difficult to use.
Direct Primary Care offers another option.
Easier Access to Care
Employees can usually get appointments faster and spend more time with their doctor.
More Predictable Costs
Flat monthly pricing helps reduce surprise costs for everyday primary care.
Better Fit for Busy Teams
Quick access to care may help reduce missed work days and delays in treatment.
Helpful for Small Businesses
Even small teams can offer a meaningful healthcare benefit.
Why Small Businesses Are Exploring DPC
Many small businesses want to support employee health, but traditional healthcare options can feel expensive, confusing, and difficult to use.
Direct Primary Care offers another option.
Easier Access to Care
Employees can usually get appointments faster and spend more time with their doctor.
More Predictable Costs
Flat monthly pricing helps reduce surprise costs for everyday primary care.
Better Fit for Busy Teams
Quick access to care may help reduce missed work days and delays in treatment.
Helpful for Small Businesses
Even small teams can offer a meaningful healthcare benefit.
How Businesses Commonly Use Direct Primary Care
Option 1: Direct Primary Care
as a Standalone Benefit
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a simple healthcare benefit on its own.
This can work well for:
Very small teams
Self-employed professionals
Businesses without traditional insurance
Employers looking for affordable primary care access
Employees receive direct access to primary care through a monthly membership..
Option 2: Direct Primary Care Combined With Insurance
or a Health Share
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a healthcare benefit along with insurance or health share.
Other businesses combine Direct Primary Care with:
High-deductible insurance plans
Health share programs
Existing healthcare coverage In this setup:
DPC handles everyday primary care needs
Insurance or health shares help cover larger medical events
Many businesses like this approach because it combines easier access to care with protection for larger healthcare expenses.
How Businesses Commonly Use Direct Primary Care
Option 1: Direct Primary Care as a Standalone Benefit
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a simple healthcare benefit on its own.
This may work well for:
Very small teams
Self-employed professionals
Businesses without traditional insurance
Employers looking for affordable primary care access
Employees receive direct access to primary care through a monthly membership..
Option 2: Direct Primary Care Combined With Insurance or a Health Share
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a simple healthcare benefit on its own.
Other businesses combine Direct Primary Care with:
High-deductible insurance plans
Health share programs
Existing healthcare coverage In this setup:
DPC handles everyday primary care needs
Insurance or health shares help cover larger medical events
Many businesses like this approach because it combines easier access to care with protection for larger healthcare expenses.
Small businesses
Family-owned businesses
Contractors and trades
Self-employed professionals
Offices with small teams
Businesses struggling with healthcare costs
Employers who want employees to have easier access to care
Who This May Be a Good Fit For
Small businesses
Family-owned businesses
Contractors and trades
Self-employed professionals
Offices with small teams
Businesses struggling with healthcare costs
Employers who want employees to have easier access to care
Common Questions
Is Direct Primary Care insurance?
No. DPC is a monthly membership for primary care.
Can I offer this to only some employees?
Possibly. We can discuss different options based on your business.
Do employees still need insurance?
That depends on the employee and the business setup. Many businesses combine DPC with insurance or health share programs. We prefer that our members have insurance for unexpected medical expenses.
How much does it cost?
Costs vary depending on the number of employees, but ranges from $85-$95 per member per month.
Is this only for large companies?
No. Many DPC employer groups are very small businesses.
Healthcare Designed for Real Small Businesses
Small businesses often need practical solutions, not complicated systems.
We work with local individuals, families, and businesses who want easier access to primary care and more direct communication with their doctor.
Whether you are self-employed or have a growing team, Direct Primary Care may be worth exploring.
Healthcare Designed for Real Small Businesses
Small businesses often need practical solutions, not complicated systems.
We work with local individuals, families, and businesses who want easier access to primary care and more direct communication with their doctor.
Whether you are self-employed or have a growing team, Direct Primary Care may be worth exploring.
Want a Simple Explanation of How DPC Works for Businesses?
We host short educational webinars for local business owners who want to better understand Direct Primary Care and healthcare options for small teams.
Estimate Direct Primary Care Costs for Your Team
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or in combination with insurance or health share.
DPC as a Standalone Benefit for Employees
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or for yourself as a business owner.
Compare DPC Alongside Insurance or Health Share Options
Explore how Direct Primary Care may fit with high-deductible insurance plans or health share programs to help improve access to everyday care.
Get Local Business Health Updates
Join our email list for simple updates about:
Direct Primary Care
Healthcare options for small businesses
Local events and webinars
Employee healthcare ideas
Practical healthcare tips for business owners
Estimate Direct Primary Care Costs for Your Team
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or for yourself as a business owner.
Compare DPC Alongside Insurance or Health Share Options
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or for yourself as a business owner.
Compare DPC Alongside Insurance or Health Share Options
Explore how Direct Primary Care may fit with high-deductible insurance plans or health share programs to help improve access to everyday care.
Get Local Business Health Updates
Join our email list for simple updates about:
Direct Primary Care
Healthcare options for small businesses
Local events and webinars
Employee healthcare ideas
Practical healthcare tips for business owners
Explore Whether Direct Primary Care Could Work for Your Business
Explore Whether Direct Primary Care Could Work for Your Business
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