Why “direct” makes all the difference
- Apr 6
- 1 min read
One of the core ideas behind Direct Primary Care (DPC) is right in the name: direct. In a DPC practice, families pay a simple monthly membership fee that goes directly to their doctor. There is no insurance company deciding what happens.
For example, in traditional medical offices, insurance plans pay little to nothing for advice given over the phone — even if it’s the exact guidance you would receive during an office visit. Because of this, calls are often routed to triage nurses or medical assistants, or families are asked to schedule an appointment. Sometimes your child’s doctor may not even know you called or what advice was given.
In a DPC model, when you call, you speak directly with the doctor. Many practices offer secure texting for added convenience. If your child needs to be seen in person, that decision is made by your physician, not on a triage script or insurance requirement.
Because your physician is already aware of your concerns, visits are often more focused and less stressful. You aren’t sent to urgent care or scheduled with another provider. Instead, you see the doctor who knows your child’s medical history, personality and unique story. In health care, especially when it comes to our kids, that kind of direct connection can make all the difference.
Dr. Amy Kinkel
521-229-5846
4730 Village Plaza Loop #100
Eugene, OR 97401
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