About Direct Primary Care

  • Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a membership-based model that puts you and your doctor back at the center of healthcare. We do not bill insurance. Instead, you pay a flat monthly fee that covers unlimited appointments, direct communication, and access to deeply discounted labs, imaging, medications, and more.

    Because we see fewer patients than traditional practices (typically under 600 compared to 2,500+), you’ll get longer visits, same- or next-day scheduling, and a doctor who truly knows you. No rushed appointments, no hidden costs — just personalized, whole-person care.

  • Both DPC and concierge medicine charge a membership fee, but there’s a key difference. In concierge medicine, you pay a fee for access, but your visits are still billed to insurance. In DPC, your membership itself covers your visits and direct access to your doctor, plus additional benefits like discounted labs, imaging, medications, and supplements.

  • We don’t work for insurance companies — we work for you. Most traditional primary care is rushed, fragmented, and reactive. At Good Steward Health, we take the time to listen, track patterns, and help you prevent illness instead of just responding to it. You’ll have a physician who blends conventional medicine with evidence-based lifestyle strategies, integrative services, and a faith-driven perspective on health.

  • Members have direct access to their doctor and can securely message anytime. Routine messages are best handled during office hours, but urgent concerns will be reviewed promptly. If you’re out of town, many conditions can be managed through telehealth and medications called into a local pharmacy. For emergencies, always call 911 or go to the nearest ER.

Membership & Services

  • Membership is a flat monthly fee based on age (see our Pricing page for details). There are no copays, hidden fees, or surprise bills. Members also enjoy wholesale pricing for labs and supplements, discounted imaging and procedures, and transparent pricing for any additional services. A one-time enrollment fee is collected at sign-up.

  • Your membership covers:

    • Unlimited office, phone, and video visits

    • Direct communication with your doctor by text, phone, or email

    • Comprehensive care for acute, chronic, and preventive needs

    • Pediatric care, wellness exams, and sports/school physicals

    • Lifestyle medicine guidance and individualized goal-setting

    • In-office procedures such as EKGs, joint injections, skin biopsies, and more

    • Access to discounted labs, imaging, supplements, and prescription medications

    • Optional services such as IV infusions and hormone replacement therapy at member pricing

    Anything not covered by membership is clearly discussed upfront with transparent pricing.

  • Yes. We are happy to accept the children of our enrolled members. See our pricing page for details.

  • Your first appointment is longer (45–60 minutes) and focused on listening. We’ll review your history, lifestyle, and health priorities, talk about your goals, and walk through what your membership includes. This visit builds the foundation for your care plan.

  • We provide comprehensive primary care, including treatment for common acute issues like infections, rashes, minor injuries, and allergies. We also manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, thyroid disorders, asthma, arthritis, and obesity. Our approach is both holistic and evidence-based — we treat symptoms when needed, but also dig deeper into nutrition, lifestyle, and root causes.

  • We can help manage acute pain and support long-term pain strategies using lifestyle, nutrition, movement, and other non-opioid approaches. However, we do not prescribe opioids or controlled substances. Patients requiring opioid-based management are referred to pain specialists.

  • Lasting change takes time. The six-month minimum allows us to build a relationship, review labs, track progress, and support meaningful improvements in your health.

    After six months, you may cancel at any time with written notice. Because we reserve limited spots, memberships cannot be paused temporarily — your monthly fee holds your place and keeps access open. If your circumstances change, we’re always willing to talk through options.

  • Members can securely message their doctor anytime. Routine questions are best handled during office hours, but urgent concerns will be reviewed promptly. For life-threatening emergencies, always call 911 or go to the nearest ER.

  • Yes. Members can securely message their doctor at any time. Routine concerns are best handled during office hours, but urgent issues will be reviewed promptly. For emergencies, always call 911 or go to the nearest ER.

  • Many conditions can be managed through telehealth, with prescriptions called into a local pharmacy if needed. If in-person care is required, we’ll help guide you to the best next steps.

  • We do not admit or round in the hospital, but if you need hospitalization or specialty care, we’ll coordinate closely to ensure continuity. We’ll communicate with your specialists, review recommendations, and help integrate them into your long-term plan.

  • Yes! With Direct Primary Care (DPC), you can streamline healthcare for your employees and save money. By eliminating the middleman, DPC offers a discounted price for corporate health plans. Our approach emphasizes prevention and lifestyle modification, which keeps employees healthier and more productive.

    Employees benefit from same or next-day appointments, reducing wait times and minimizing missed workdays. This efficiency helps lower absenteeism and boosts productivity. Additionally, our disease management strategies enhance the quality of life for employees with chronic conditions.

    Overall, employers typically save 30-50% compared to traditional primary-care insurance plans, making DPC a cost-effective solution for corporate healthcare.

Insurance & Payment

  • No. We do not accept insurance, including Medicare. This allows us to keep you — not an insurance company — at the center of care. By working directly with you, we can offer lower prices, more time together, and care that isn’t limited by network rules, formularies, or prior authorizations.

  • Yes. We recommend a high-deductible or cost-sharing plan to cover hospitalizations, ER visits, surgeries, or other major medical events. Think of Good Steward Health as your first stop for everyday, preventive, and integrative care — insurance is your safety net for the unexpected.

  • If you have a PPO, we can order labs, imaging, and specialist referrals just like any other doctor. If you have an HMO, you’ll still benefit from our comprehensive primary care and lifestyle-focused services, but you’ll need an in-network primary care provider for specialist referrals.

  • Due to current regulations, we are unable to provide DPC memberships to Medicare beneficiaries. We are monitoring this closely and will notify interested patients if this changes.

  • Yes — under the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act (effective Jan 1, 2026), Direct Primary Care memberships are now HSA-eligible medical expenses. You can contribute to your HSA and use those funds to pay your membership, as long as the fee does not exceed $150/month for individuals or $300/month for families (limits indexed for inflation).

    FSA rules haven’t changed, so DPC memberships are still generally not covered by FSAs. Always confirm with your employer or tax advisor for your specific plan.