Direct primary care, explained

Direct primary care (DPC) is a healthcare model where you pay your doctor a flat monthly membership fee instead of billing insurance for each visit. Members get unlimited visits, same-day appointments, direct after-hours access to their physician, and wholesale pricing on labs and medications — with no copays and no surprise bills. DPC cuts the red tape that restricts traditional practices, so your doctor's time goes where it counts: to you.

Memberships range from $35 to $100 per month based on age — $35 (ages 2–17), $60 (18–34), $85 (35–49), $100 (50+) — plus a one-time $50 enrollment fee. Every plan includes unlimited visits, after-hours access, and wholesale labs and medications. See full pricing details →

The terms are often used interchangeably and share the same core principle: a direct, unhurried relationship with your doctor. The practical difference is that most concierge practices still bill insurance on top of a much higher retainer, while DPC practices like ours skip insurance entirely — keeping fees low and unlocking wholesale prices on labs, prescriptions, and imaging.

We've cut the bureaucracy that buries traditional physicians in paperwork and returned family medicine to its roots: clinical excellence and compassionate knowledge of every patient. With a 600-patient cap (versus 2,500+ at typical practices), we promise accessibility, convenience, and affordability in every aspect of your family's care.

Yes — proactive care is where DPC shines. Thorough annual physicals, screenings, and a doctor who builds deep, longitudinal knowledge of your health mean problems get caught early, when they're simplest and cheapest to treat. And when you do get sick, you'll be glad your doctor answers the phone.

No. We see no reason for an insurance company to have a voice in the quality or cost of your family's care. Forgoing insurance payments frees us from contracts that prevent physicians from offering wholesale prices on laboratory tests, imaging, and medications — and protects you from arbitrary third-party decisions.

Yes. We recommend pairing your membership with a high-deductible major medical plan and a health savings account (HSA) to cover hospitalization or specialist care. We're happy to refer you to insurance representatives who can customize a plan to your needs.

Absolutely. We work with industry leaders who build custom plans that strip the waste from typical bloated policies. We've seen families save nearly $1,000/month and businesses save up to 50% — while getting a higher level of care.

Medicare recipients can join our waiting list while we complete the Medicare opt-out process. Once available, you'll sign a one-time waiver declaring that neither you nor your doctor will bill Medicare for our services. Medicare will still cover labs, imaging, medications, and hospitalizations we prescribe.

Generally no — DPC retainers are not yet defined as a "medical expense" in most states. Please confer with your tax consultant about your particular circumstances.

Yes — any day, at any hour. Illness and injury don't respect office hours. You can also use our secure patient portal to view your records and message Dr. Suleiman directly.

We treat you wherever you are. Many illnesses can be diagnosed and treated by phone, text, email, or video visit. We'll locate the nearest pharmacy and order the medications appropriate for your situation.

Our proactive model aims to prevent hospitalizations and referrals — but when they're needed, we coordinate closely with your hospitalist during any stay and work directly with specialists to keep your care seamless.

Yes — we happily accept children (birth to 20 years) of enrolled clients, with ages 2–17 at just $35/month. We don't administer routine childhood vaccinations in-office at this time, but we'll gladly help you arrange them.

Never without your say-so. We maintain scrupulous privacy standards and are not obligated to provide any third party with your records unless you specifically request it.

Yes — we're welcoming new members from Tampa, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, and surrounding communities. Membership is capped at 600 patients, so spots are limited. Enroll online in minutes.

Come get to know us! Schedule a free, unconditional visit to discuss your healthcare needs — it's the only reasonable way to begin what we trust will be a long, productive, healthy relationship.