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Direct Specialty Care.

The membership model works for solo specialists and specialty groups alike. 49+ practices and counting.

Insurance Is Harder on Specialists.

Prior authorizations, step therapy, and constant denials hit specialists harder than anyone. The membership model offers a way out—and it's working.

Prior Auths? We Handle Them.

Core and Pro tiers include prior authorization support — our team manages the paperwork so you can focus on patients.

Predictable Revenue

Monthly membership fees create stable, recurring income independent of insurance reimbursement rates.

Better Patient Outcomes

Smaller panels mean you can provide the thorough, unhurried care your specialty training prepared you for.

Practice Independence

Own your practice, set your prices, and practice medicine the way you know is right for your patients.

Specialists Already in Our Network.

From rheumatology to surgery, membership medicine is transforming specialty care.

Rheumatology

5 practices

Autoimmune and joint care without prior auth battles

Surgery

4 practices

Orthopedic & general surgery with transparent pricing

Women's Health

3 practices

OB/GYN focused on patient relationships

ENT

1 practices

Ear, nose, and throat care on a membership basis

Other Specialties

36 practices

Neuropsychology, metabolic wellness, and more

How We Launch Your Specialty Practice.

Our 155+ practice track record includes dozens of specialty practices.

01

Discovery Call

We'll discuss your specialty, market, and vision. We'll share how the membership model applies to your specific field.

02

Custom Business Plan

Pricing strategy, patient acquisition, and operational setup—all tailored to your specialty's unique requirements.

03

Launch & Marketing

Website, SEO, content marketing focused on your specialty. We help patients find you and understand the value.

04

Ongoing Support

Practice management, enrollment support, and partner network access—the same comprehensive support we provide all practices.

Runs on the same system that powers 155+ practices.

See how the system works

49+

Specialty Practices

97%

Still Operating

100%

Prior Auths Handled for You

Specialty Care FAQ

Common questions about Direct Specialty Care.

Ready to Practice Medicine Your Way?

Whether you're a solo specialist or leading a specialty group, schedule a consultation to learn how the membership model works for your practice.

Freedom Healthworks — The Operating System for Direct Primary Care

155+ physician-owned DPC practices launched since 2016 with a 97% success rate across 32 states.

What Is Direct Primary Care?

Direct Primary Care (DPC) and Direct Specialty Care (DSC) is a membership or cash-based practice model that eliminates insurance billing entirely — no coding, no prior authorizations, no claims. Physicians regain authority to practice medicine on their terms, set their own schedule, and maintain panels of 400–600 patients with 30–60 minute visits. The result: full clinical autonomy, predictable recurring revenue, lower overhead, and a sustainable lifestyle that prevents burnout.

The Freedom Practice System

Freedom Healthworks provides the complete operating system for independent DPC practices. Our Freedom Practice System covers four pillars: Launch Infrastructure (credentialing, legal, EMR setup, office buildout), Daily Operations (billing, scheduling, compliance), Patient Growth (marketing, employer contracting, enrollment), and Financial Management (revenue optimization, benchmarking, reporting). We serve solo physicians, group practices up to 15 providers, and specialty practices across all 50 US states.

Explore Our Resources

What Is DPC? The Model Explained — Understand how direct primary care works and why physicians are choosing it.
How to Start a DPC Practice — Step-by-step guide to launching your independent practice.
DPC Startup Guide — Comprehensive planning, legal, and launch resources.
DPC Startup Costs — Realistic cost breakdowns for opening a direct primary care practice.
DPC Business Model — Revenue structure, membership pricing, and financial projections.
DPC Practice Management — Daily operations, compliance, and workflow optimization.
DPC Growth Strategy — Scale your panel, add services, and build recurring revenue.
DPC Marketing Strategy — Patient acquisition, digital marketing, and referral systems.
DPC Employer Contracting — How to land employer contracts and serve company health plans.
DPC for Employers — Independent DPC network for employers with 50+ employees.
Pricing & Service Tiers — Transparent monthly pricing for Essentials, Core, and Pro tiers.
DPC Practice Locations — 155+ independent practices across 32 states in our network.
Freedom Practice System (FH-OS) — The complete platform powering DPC operations.
Practice Financing — Funding options for DPC startups and transitions.
Transition from Insurance to DPC — Timeline and strategy for leaving insurance billing.
DPC Membership Model Explained — How membership pricing works in direct primary care.
Is DPC Right for You? — Free assessment for physicians considering the transition.
DPC Consulting Services — Expert guidance from physicians who have built DPC practices.
DPC Regulatory Framework — State-by-state legal and compliance guide.
Direct Specialty Care — Membership models for specialists beyond primary care.
Group Practice Solutions — Multi-provider DPC practice support for up to 15 providers.
Schedule a Discovery Call — Talk to our team about starting or growing your DPC practice.
Articles & Resources — Expert articles on DPC operations, marketing, and growth.
News & Press — Latest news from Freedom Healthworks and the DPC industry.
About Freedom Healthworks — Our mission, team, and track record since 2016.
Contact Us — Get in touch with Freedom Healthworks.

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