Question 1

What is Direct Primary Care?

Accepted Answer

Direct Primary Care is a membership model. Instead of billing insurance for routine primary care, members pay a predictable monthly fee directly to the practice for defined primary-care services and easier access to their physician.

Question 2

Is Direct Primary Care health insurance?

Accepted Answer

No. Direct Primary Care membership is not health insurance and is not a substitute for it.

Question 3

Do I still need health insurance?

Accepted Answer

We recommend maintaining appropriate insurance or other coverage for services outside the membership, including emergencies, hospitalization, specialists, imaging, and surgery.

Question 4

Can I use my insurance for outside services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your coverage can still be used for labs, imaging, specialists, medications, and hospital care obtained outside the practice.

Question 5

What does membership include?

Accepted Answer

Membership includes the primary-care services described in your membership agreement, longer appointments, and direct communication with the practice. Specific inclusions are listed on the Pricing page.

Question 6

Can I cancel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Membership is month-to-month and can be cancelled with 30 days' written notice.

Question 7

Can my whole family join?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Family and household memberships are available; see the Pricing page for current options.

Question 8

Can my employer pay for my membership?

Accepted Answer

Employer-sponsored memberships can be arranged. Contact the practice to discuss options.

Question 9

How quickly can I get an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Because the patient panel is intentionally smaller, same-day or next-day appointments are often available. Availability is not guaranteed.

Question 10

How does the weight management program work?

Accepted Answer

You begin with an informational Discovery Visit, then schedule a comprehensive medical evaluation with Dr. Shvets. Treatment recommendations are individualized based on that evaluation, and ongoing visits monitor progress and adjust the plan.

Question 11

Do you prescribe GLP-1 medications?

Accepted Answer

GLP-1 and other evidence-based medications may be prescribed when medically appropriate following evaluation by a licensed physician. Medication is never guaranteed.

Question 12

Does everyone qualify for medication?

Accepted Answer

No. Whether medication is appropriate depends on your medical history, evaluation findings, and clinical guidelines. Treatment options vary by patient.

Question 13

Are medications included in the monthly price?

Accepted Answer

Medication inclusion is shown on each program card on the Pricing page. Where medication is not included, it is billed separately by the pharmacy.

Question 14

Are labs included?

Accepted Answer

Laboratory inclusion is shown on each program card. Where labs are not included, they are billed separately.

Question 15

How often are follow-ups?

Accepted Answer

Follow-up frequency is individualized and based on your treatment plan and clinical needs.

Question 16

Can I participate if I already take a weight-loss medication?

Accepted Answer

Often yes. Current medications are reviewed during your medical evaluation and the plan is adjusted based on clinical judgment.

Question 17

What happens after I reach my goal weight?

Accepted Answer

The focus shifts to maintenance planning — sustaining your results with the least intensive plan that remains clinically appropriate.

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