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In this episode, Dr. Matthew R. Hitchcock, MD, MBA, shares his journey as a direct primary care physician and healthcare entrepreneur. Frustrated by long waits and high costs in traditional imaging, he founded Hitchcock Direct Imaging, a cash-only, insurance-free imaging center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 

Dr. Hitchcock discusses how direct care models can improve patient access, the regulatory hurdles he navigated, and the importance of transparency in healthcare pricing. Learn how collaboration, innovation, and patient-focused care are reshaping the healthcare experience. 

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• Hitchcock Family Medicine
• Hitchcock Direct Imaging

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