In this episode of *Girls Talk Healthy Aging*, co-hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski sit down with Dr. Jennifer Evans from Rejuvinant Family Health Care to discuss a revolutionary approach to healthcare: Direct Primary Care. Dr. Evans, a primary care physician, spent the first nine years of her career working in a traditional health system where patient visits were limited to just 15 minutes, and high patient loads made it difficult to provide the personalized care she felt patients deserved. Four years ago, she made the bold decision to branch out on her own and start a Direct Primary Care practice, giving her the freedom to truly connect with her patients.

In this episode, Dr. Evans explains how Direct Primary Care works and how it differs from the traditional healthcare model. Unlike the traditional system, which relies heavily on insurance, Direct Primary Care operates on a monthly membership fee, providing patients with unlimited access to care without the hassle of dealing with insurance claims. Dr. Evans shares how this model allows her to spend as much time as needed with each patient, focusing on comprehensive care and going deeper into their health concerns. She also highlights how certain labs are covered as part of the monthly fee, and when they are not, she’s able to offer great rates through her lab contracts.

Dr. Evans also talks about the pros and cons of self-pay healthcare, noting that more and more doctors are choosing this model to provide better care and more personalized attention. Patients, too, are seeking out this model to receive the level of care they feel they deserve, without the limitations of traditional insurance-based systems. While Direct Primary Care is not for everyone, it is rapidly gaining traction for its ability to deliver quality care with a focus on long-term health and wellness, particularly as patients navigate aging and chronic conditions.

Finally, Dr. Evans discusses the hybrid model she’s adopted, where she files insurance for Medicare patients but not for traditional insurance patients, many of whom may have a high-deductible major medical policy. This flexible approach allows her to maintain a balance between offering personalized care and ensuring accessibility for patients who may have complex insurance needs. If you're looking for a more individualized healthcare experience or wondering how the Direct Primary Care model might benefit you, this episode provides valuable insights into how healthcare is evolving and how it can better serve the aging population.

Contact Dr. Jennifer Evans: https://rejuvenantfamilyhealth.com

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