017 - What is Direct Primary Care? BEAUTIFUL!

Jennifer McCabe Lentz, MD, and I talk about the Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice she built which transformed her professional life and home life. In 2017 she launched her DPC practice. Direct Primary Care means there is no middle-man between the physician and the patient—their relationship is direct. She takes no insurance. Her patients pay a monthly fee which covers most of the care she provides. Her patients can access her by email, text, phone, and with in-person visits—of whatever length of time is needed. When blood tests, biopsies, or imaging studies are needed, she helps her patients find the lowest prices. <br /><br />She has the whole gamut of patients—from patients with no insurance “and no money”— to people who have what they regard as good insurance. It’s important her patients with insurance keep it in case of hospitalizations, pricey procedures, or visits to a specialist. Many patients with insurance can pay the monthly DPC fee (usually $65), get personalized care from Dr. Lentz, and save money. <br /><br />A core component of her practice is guiding patients through lifestyle changes to address metabolic syndrome. Dr. Lentz is able to make dramatic differences in her patients’ lives and she loves every minute of it. <br /><br /><a href="https://fahyconsulting.com/podcast/" rel="noopener">https://fahyconsulting.com/podcast/</a>