Episode #214: Freedom and Financial Control: The DPC Model for Primary Care AND Specialty Physicians
Description
On today’s episode, we’re exploring the transformative world of direct care models with the inspiring Dr. Maryal Concepcion. Dr. Concepcion is a family medicine physician, founder of Big Trees MD in rural Northern California, and host of the My DPC Story podcast. We discuss the direct primary care (DPC) and direct specialty care (DSC) models that allow physicians to practice on their terms while fostering deeper patient relationships. Dr. Concepcion shares her journey from fee-for-service medicine to creating a thriving DPC practice, the freedom and flexibility these models offer, and how they empower both physicians and patients. Whether you’re a primary care provider or a specialist, this conversation will open your eyes to new possibilities in medical practice.
You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:
www.doctorscrossing.com/episode214
In this episode we’re talking about:
- What direct primary care and direct specialty care models are and how they differ from traditional practice.
- The autonomy and flexibility direct care models offer physicians.
- How DPC allows for smaller patient panels and stronger doctor-patient relationships.
- Strategies for starting a direct care practice, including financial considerations.
- The importance of building transparent, patient-focused healthcare systems.
- Leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance patient engagement in direct care practices.
- Insights on pricing strategies and communicating value to patients in a cash-based system.
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