Question 1

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Accepted Answer

New members should fill out the contact form on our website and A staff member will contact you for an appointment.

Question 2

WHAT IS DIRECT PRIMARY CARE?

Accepted Answer

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a membership-based model where patients pay a membership fee for comprehensive primary care services, without involvement from insurance.

Question 3

HOW IS DIRECT PRIMARY CARE DIFFERENT FOR TRADITIONAL INSURANCE?

Accepted Answer

DPC eliminates insurance billing, allowing longer appointments, direct access to your provider, affordable pricing, and a more personalized approach to care.  Providers have smaller panels which allow them more time per patient to develop an effective treatment plan.

Question 4

AM I REQUIRED TO HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE?

Accepted Answer

NO.  However, members are encouraged to carry health insurance for emergencies, hospitalizations, expensive treatments, and costly medications.

Question 5

WHAT DOES THE MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP FEE INCLUDE?

Accepted Answer

The membership includes direct access to your provider via telephone, text, and secure messaging, availability of weekend and after hour appointments, and acute point of care lab testing.

Question 6

CAN I CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP ANYTIME?

Accepted Answer

YES.  Membership is an annual contract. Refunds will be prorated for the unused portion of your contract.   There is a re-enrollment fee of $250 if a member cancels and then re-enrolls at a later date.

Question 7

DOES BEACHSIDE MD BILL INSURANCE?

Accepted Answer

Beachside MD does not bill insurance to keep costs low and limit interference from the insurance company.

Question 8

CAN I USE INSURANCE FOR LABS, IMAGING, OR MEDICATIONS ORDERED BY THE PROVIDER?

Accepted Answer

YES. You can use insurance for services outside of the DPC membership when applicable.  Coverage varies with your particular insurance plan.

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