Direct Primary Care FAQs

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a membership-based healthcare model that gives patients direct access to their primary care provider for a predictable monthly fee. It focuses on preventive care, longer appointments, and personalized medical attention without traditional insurance billing for routine primary care services.

No. Direct Primary Care is not health insurance. It is a medical membership program that covers your primary care services. We recommend maintaining health insurance for hospitalizations, specialist care, emergency services, imaging, and surgeries.

No. If you have Medicare, nothing changes. Jupiter Internal Medicine Associates continues to provide medical care using your Medicare benefits just as before.

The DPC model allows our providers to spend more time with patients, improve access to care, reduce wait times, and focus on preventive medicine instead of insurance paperwork.

Our current monthly membership rates are:

• Ages 18–39: $70/month
• Ages 40–64: $150/month
• Ages 65+: $250/month

For a limited time, registration fees are waived for new members who enroll during our introductory enrollment period.

Membership includes:

• Primary care office visits
• Preventive healthcare
• Chronic disease management
• Sick visits
• Extended appointment times
• Same-day or next-day appointments when available
• Personalized care from your provider

Your membership includes up to two office visits each month.

Additional office visits are available for $50 per visit, making your healthcare costs predictable and affordable.

Yes. We strive to offer same-day or next-day appointments whenever availability allows.

Yes. One of the greatest advantages of Direct Primary Care is longer, more personalized visits so your provider has time to fully address your healthcare concerns.

Yes. Continuity of care is one of our priorities. You’ll continue building a long-term relationship with your primary care provider.

Yes. We strongly recommend maintaining health insurance for hospital care, emergency room visits, surgeries, specialist consultations, and diagnostic testing.

Depending on your specific Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan, you may be able to use those funds. Please consult your plan administrator or tax advisor.

Yes. Direct Primary Care offers an affordable option for individuals who want quality primary care without the high costs associated with traditional office visits.

Absolutely. Many entrepreneurs, small business owners, freelancers, and retirees appreciate the predictable monthly healthcare costs.

Yes. Family members may enroll individually based on their age group.

Our providers manage:

• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• High cholesterol
• Thyroid disorders
• Asthma
• Minor illnesses
• Preventive care
• Women’s and men’s health
• Annual wellness visits
• Many other common medical conditions

Some routine laboratory services may be available at discounted rates. Additional testing may be billed separately depending on the service.

No. Specialists, imaging, hospital care, surgeries, and emergency care remain outside the DPC membership.

Yes. Your provider will coordinate referrals whenever specialty care is needed.

Yes. Membership cancellation policies will be explained during enrollment. We strive to keep our plans flexible and patient friendly.

Our membership is designed to be simple and transparent. Enrollment details will be reviewed with you before joining.

Patients appreciate easier scheduling, more time with their physician, personalized care, fewer administrative barriers, and predictable monthly healthcare costs.

Most DPC patients enjoy significantly shorter wait times compared to traditional primary care practices.

Depending on your care needs, patients may have convenient communication options with the office regarding medical concerns.

For emergencies, always call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Your health insurance remains important for emergency and hospital services.

Direct Primary Care focuses on affordable, accessible primary care with transparent monthly pricing. Concierge medicine often has substantially higher membership fees and may bill insurance differently.

Our practice combines compassionate, evidence-based medicine with experienced providers, longer appointments, preventive healthcare, and convenient access—all designed to help patients achieve better long-term health.

Enrollment is simple. Contact Jupiter Internal Medicine Associates at (561) 748-1888 to speak with our team, ask questions, review membership details, and choose the plan that’s right for you.

For many patients, yes. Direct Primary Care offers easier access to your provider, longer appointments, personalized healthcare, and predictable monthly costs. Many members find they receive more comprehensive care and better value than traditional fee-for-service primary care.

Some of the most appreciated benefits include:

• Same-day or next-day appointments when available
• Longer visits with your provider
• Personalized healthcare plans
• Fewer waiting room delays
• Better management of chronic conditions
• More time to discuss your health concerns
• Predictable monthly healthcare costs

Your membership includes primary care services such as preventive care, sick visits, chronic disease management, annual wellness visits, routine follow-up appointments, and up to two office visits each month. You’ll also enjoy longer appointments and improved access to your provider.

Our current monthly membership rates are:

• Ages 18–39: $70 per month
• Ages 40–64: $150 per month
• Ages 65 and older: $250 per month

These fees provide convenient access to personalized primary care with transparent pricing.

Yes. Direct Primary Care is an excellent option for individuals without health insurance who want affordable access to routine primary care. However, we still recommend maintaining insurance for emergencies, hospitalizations, and specialty care whenever possible.

No. Direct Primary Care complements—not replaces—health insurance. Your membership covers your routine primary care needs, while health insurance continues to provide coverage for hospital care, surgeries, emergency services, imaging, and specialist visits.

Absolutely. Patients with Medicare are not required to join our Direct Primary Care membership. We continue to provide medical care for Medicare beneficiaries using their Medicare insurance benefits just as we always have.

While both models emphasize personalized care, Direct Primary Care is designed to provide affordable access to primary care with transparent monthly pricing. Concierge Medicine often has significantly higher annual membership fees and may continue billing insurance differently. DPC focuses on simplifying healthcare while improving access and the patient experience.

Yes. Many retirees who are not yet Medicare eligible appreciate the convenience, continuity of care, and predictable monthly costs. Patients who already have Medicare can continue receiving care through their Medicare benefits without joining the DPC membership.

Absolutely. Entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, and small business owners often choose Direct Primary Care because it provides reliable access to healthcare without worrying about paying for every office visit.

Yes. Many employers choose to provide Direct Primary Care memberships as a valuable employee benefit. It can help improve employee wellness, reduce absenteeism, and increase access to preventive healthcare.

One of the advantages of our Direct Primary Care model is improved scheduling. Because our providers spend more time with each patient, appointments are designed to be more efficient and personalized, with shorter waiting periods whenever possible.

Yes. Patients living with diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, high cholesterol, asthma, arthritis, and other chronic conditions often benefit from more frequent follow-up visits and personalized treatment plans.

Yes. Annual wellness exams and preventive health visits are an important part of maintaining your long-term health and are included as part of your primary care services.

If you develop a medical issue while away from home, contact our office. Depending on your situation, our team can help determine the most appropriate next steps and guide you toward the care you need.

Yes. Your medical history, health records, medications, and ongoing treatment plans remain securely maintained within our practice, ensuring continuity of care.

Yes. We welcome new patients and will assist with transferring your medical records to help ensure a smooth transition to Jupiter Internal Medicine Associates.

Many physicians are adopting the Direct Primary Care model because it allows them to spend more meaningful time with patients, focus on preventive medicine, reduce administrative burdens, and strengthen the doctor-patient relationship.

Direct Primary Care is ideal for:

• Individuals without health insurance
• Self-employed professionals
• Small business owners
• Early retirees
• Adults seeking personalized healthcare
• Patients with chronic medical conditions
• Anyone who values easier access to their primary care provider

Getting started is easy. Contact Jupiter Internal Medicine Associates at (561) 748-1888 to speak with our team, review membership options, ask questions, and enroll in the plan that best fits your healthcare needs. We look forward to providing you with personalized, patient-centered care.