(Flash Episode = Current Events)Annual family health insurance premiums just crested $20,000 for the first time. Legislation in the US House of Representatives (HR 3708) aims to strengthen the position of direct primary care patients and physicians as a real, cost-effective alternative to traditional insurance plans. Support the show (https://healthcareamericana.com/sponsors/)
As hospital systems consolidate and move operations to urban centers, many rural communities are left without any type of healthcare options. Many residents drive hours to the nearest facility for primary care and hospital care. Luckily, there are initiatives aiming to put doctors back in those communities now. Support the show (https://healthcareamericana.com/sponsors/)
Meghan Johnston, a home designer from Richmond, Virginia, knew about direct primary care for a few years but it wasn't until the birth of her first child that she truly appreciated the benefits. Since her son was born, Meghan has had to use her DPC doctor for emergencies, questions and even peace of mind. Support...
Dr. Richard Schuster became disillusioned with his profession while working at a hospital. It took getting back into private practice as a DPC physician to recapture his spirit, love and ability to care for his patients. Coupling his DPC membership with osteopathic manipulations, he is able to restore his lost integrity to his profession. Support...
Dr. Dan Stock knew the insurance dominated medical system wasn't a good fit for him a long time ago. Battling illness and disease in his own body further convinced him that direct primary care and functional medicine was the only way to heal himself and truly help his patients. Support the show (https://healthcareamericana.com/sponsors/)
OnTarget Health is helping a lot of people. As the prevalence of obesity has skyrocketed from 1 out of 2,800 people in the mid-1980's to 1 in every 3 today, Todd Foushee's company has been helping companies promote a healthier workforce. OnTarget uses a physiological approach to healthy weight loss. Knowing that each person is...
Uniting direct primary care physicians around the concept of continuous learning Support the show (https://healthcareamericana.com/sponsors/)
Dr. Luke Pittman knew he wanted to be a doctor since an early age but as he progressed through medical school and residency, his vision of being a doctor changed dramatically. Peer pressure to sign employee contracts set off warning alarms to him and being a cog in a hospital wheel didn't hold any appeal....
Dane DeLozier found himself in the midst of thyroid cancer and juggling care options and routines. He was able to beat his cancer but quickly learned that being an advocate for his health is difficult without a doctor to help along the way. His experience led him to join a direct primary care practice and...
Employers around the country are scrambling to find more valuable benefits that drive down costs, increase employee satisfaction, and won't increase year over year. A direct primary care plan for your company can check all those boxes and Jason tells us how it is possible. Support the show (https://healthcareamericana.com/sponsors/)
