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Insights, guides, and lessons learned from the DPC community.
DPC Q1 2026 Market Pulse: What the First Quarter Tells Us
Three months into 2026 and the Direct Primary Care map looks noticeably different. Here is what the opening quarter tells us about where the movement is headed, drawn from public listings, operator conversations, and state registry updates.
The HSA Rule Change Is Live: What DPC Physicians Are Seeing 90 Days In
The January 1, 2026 rule that lets patients pair a DPC membership with an HSA has been live for three months. Here is what operators are actually seeing in their panels, their inbox, and their enrollment numbers.
Hiring Your First MA: When, Why, and What to Pay in 2026
Deciding when to bring on your first medical assistant is one of the trickiest operational calls in a DPC practice. Here is how operators think about the timing, the job scope, and the compensation in 2026.
The Complete DPC Compliance Checklist for Physicians
A practical, step-by-step compliance checklist covering everything from state DPC statutes and business formation to HIPAA, Medicare opt-out, and ongoing regulatory obligations.
We Demoed 12 EMRs for Our DPC Practice: The Full Breakdown
After sitting through twelve EMR demos over three months, we chose HeroEMR for our DPC practice. Here is the complete rundown of every platform we evaluated, with honest impressions and comparison tables.
Why DPC Is the Future of Primary Care
The fee-for-service model is burning out physicians and failing patients. Here is why Direct Primary Care offers a better path forward for everyone involved.
How to Set Your DPC Membership Price
Pricing your DPC membership is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here is a data-driven approach to finding the sweet spot for your market.
10 Lessons From My First Year in DPC
Compiled from Reddit threads, Facebook group discussions, and interviews with DPC physicians about what they wish they had known before opening their doors.
Medicare Opt-Out for DPC: What You Need to Know
One of the most confusing decisions for new DPC physicians. We break down the Medicare opt-out process, implications, and what the DPC community recommends.