How Much Could Your Business Save With Direct Primary Care?
Many employers are discovering that providing employees with direct access to primary care can reduce healthcare costs, improve productivity, and simplify benefits.
Use the savings calculator below to estimate how adding Direct Primary Care to your employee benefits could affect overall healthcare spending.
Why Access to Primary Care Matters for Your Workforce
When employees have reliable access to primary care, healthcare becomes simpler, more preventive, and often less expensive.
Lower Healthcare Costs
When employees have direct access to primary care, they are less likely to rely on expensive urgent care and emergency room visits.
Earlier Detection
Regular primary care visits help detect health issues early, which can prevent more serious and costly conditions.
Less Time Away From Work
Direct communication with a physician means employees can get care quickly without long appointment wait times.
Better Employee Satisfaction
Employees appreciate having direct access to a physician who knows their health history.
What Employees Receive With Direct Primary Care
Direct Primary Care provides employees with direct access to their physician without traditional insurance barriers.
Primary Care Visits When Needed
Employees can see their doctor when needed without copays or billing surprises.
Direct Communication
Many DPC practices allow communication through phone, text, or telehealth.
Longer Appointments
Physicians typically spend more time with patients compared to traditional insurance-based clinics.
Preventive and Chronic Care
Routine care, preventive visits, and chronic condition management are included.
Estimate Your Potential Savings
Enter a few details about your workforce and healthcare spending to see an estimated comparison.
Employer DPC Savings Calculator
This calculator estimates potential differences between traditional healthcare spending and a model that includes Direct Primary Care.
Actual results will vary depending on participation rates and healthcare plan structure.
Understanding the Costs
Employers considering Direct Primary Care typically evaluate three major cost areas.
Monthly DPC Membership
Employers pay a monthly membership per employee for unlimited primary care access.
Insurance or Health Share
Many employers pair Direct Primary Care with a high-deductible insurance plan or a healthcare sharing program.
Reduced Claims
When primary care is easier to access, employees often rely less on high-cost services.
Direct Primary Care + Health Sharing Programs
Some employers pair Direct Primary Care with healthcare sharing programs.
These programs operate differently from traditional insurance and often offer lower monthly costs while still helping cover major medical expenses.
Monthly costs can vary depending on age, family size, and program structure.
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