Episode Summary

In this episode, Jeremiah sits down with Kris, a trailblazing nurse practitioner who left the traditional system to embrace the freedom and impact of Direct Primary Care (DPC). They dive into how this model offers affordable, personalized healthcare without the red tape—making it easier than ever for patients to take control of their health. From hair loss treatments to chronic care, Kris shares the real-world wins (and challenges) of running a DPC clinic, all while building deeper, trust-driven relationships with patients. If you're tired of rushed appointments and cookie-cutter medicine, this episode will open your eyes to what healthcare should feel like.

Credible DPC Stats & Data Points

• Growth of DPC clinics:
  • As of 2024, there are over 1,600 Direct Primary Care practices across the U.S., serving hundreds of thousands of patients — a 240% increase since 2017. (Source: DPC Frontier Mapper, 2024)
• Cost savings for patients:
  • Patients enrolled in DPC report annual healthcare cost savings of 20% to 40%, due to fewer ER visits, reduced specialty referrals, and lower prescription costs. (Source: American Academy of Family Physicians)
• Provider availability:
  • DPC patients get 2–4x more face-to-face time with their provider compared to traditional insurance-based care. (Source: Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, 2022)
• Patient satisfaction:
  • 91% of DPC patients report being “very satisfied” with their care, citing better communication, faster access, and stronger relationships with their provider. (Source: Milliman White Paper, 2021)

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