DPC News® (Direct Primary Care News & Resources)

The word is out! (So are the blood stains.)

Posted on January 24, 2025January 23, 2025 by Vance Lassey, MD

One of the many benefits of being a DPC doctor is schedule flexibility. Yesterday I took the day off and

Benefits of DPC?

Posted on January 23, 2025January 23, 2025 by Douglas Farrago, MD

The above image was found on the internet without a source to give credit. It cracked me up. It took

Exceeding Patient Expectations in Direct Care Practice

Posted on January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 by John Hayes, Jr., MD

In today’s fast-evolving healthcare landscape, patient expectations are higher than ever. The rise of consumerism in healthcare has led patients

Sentinel Health Brings DPC to Missoula, MT

Posted on January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 by Debbie Farrago

The grand opening of Sentinel Health in Missoula, Montana was recently announced. Sentinel Health is aiming to address the lack

When We Lose…

Posted on January 20, 2025January 20, 2025 by Vasanth Kainkaryam, MD

It’s inevitable. We will lose someone. We have lost family. We have lost friends. But somehow, in the world of DPC, losing a patient

Can DPC Work With Medicaid?

Posted on January 18, 2025January 18, 2025 by Shane Purcell, MD

Today, the question is CAN DPC WORK WITH MEDICAID? The answer is maybe. But it has not so far. In

And The Survey Says!

Posted on January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 by Angela Andrews, MD

In my last post, I shared my experience after following Doug’s advice from “Slowing the Churn” to host a Christmas

Are You Getting The DPC Newsletter?

Posted on January 16, 2025January 16, 2025 by Douglas Farrago, MD

We have had some really good traction so far with our newsletter. If you aren’t getting it then please click

Medicaid and Direct Primary Care

Posted on January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 by Douglas Farrago, MD

Here is some interesting news that keeps popping up over and over again: The Medicaid Primary Care Improvement Act, a

Practice Management Just Got a Whole Lot Better with Hint Calendar

Posted on January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 by Sponsored Post

Scheduling in Direct Care goes beyond setting appointments—it’s critical for member satisfaction, clinician productivity, and operational efficiency. That’s why we’re

Remember Forward’s CarePod? Now There Is The OnMed CareStation!

Posted on January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 by Douglas Farrago, MD

Yup, the corporate world is not giving up on this crap. The pods are sexy and DPC is not. So,

A Real DPC Hero: Dr. Courtney Barrett at True Insight Direct Care in Wake Forest, NC

Posted on January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 by Debbie Farrago

The Wake Weekly recently feature an article about True Insight Direct Care which will soon be opening in Wake Forest,

Stop Complaining. Talk Solutions.

Posted on January 11, 2025January 11, 2025 by Shane Purcell, MD

Man, take a pill, dude. Today, we talk about making a move in 2025 to REAL solutions to healthcare issues.

The Schrödinger DPC Doctor: Example #1

Posted on January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 by Douglas Farrago, MD

I am the editor of DPC News. I am also retired as a physician (and old). I really don’t have

My Top 5 Healthcare News Stories of 2024 and a Challenge for 2025

Posted on January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 by Cristy Gupton

Figure 1: Brian Thompson, CEO of UHC murdered in NYC 2024 has marked an important year for those of us seeking

Acceptance Can Be A Part of Growth and Healing

Posted on January 8, 2025January 8, 2025 by April Soto, MD

It was a gloomy Wednesday morning as my patient walked into the waiting room. I first met him at the

The Power of a Business Plan

Posted on January 8, 2025October 22, 2025 by x Former Writers x

Author: Landen Green, DO Not having a business plan is like starting a cross country round trip without a plan. I

NEWS FLASH: There’s No Money in Primary Care!

Posted on January 7, 2025January 7, 2025 by Shane Purcell, MD

As we close out the year and head into a new one, it’s a time of reflection for all of

Building a Brand for Your Direct Primary Care Practice: Choosing and Registering the Right Domain

Posted on January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 by Sponsored Post

Intro Hey this is Ben from DPC Spot. We’ve been working with DPC practices for almost ten years now to help you

We Are All Those People

Posted on January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 by Emily O'Rourke, MD

There is a common misconception, even among physicians, that regular alcohol consumption (in moderation) is safe, or even healthy. The