Direct Primary Care consulting, powered by the Freedom Practice System™.
A structured operating system for Direct Primary Care — built to launch, scale, and operate independent practices. Physicians adopt the Freedom Practice System to focus entirely on medicine.
Operational Consulting
155+
Practices Launched
38 States
Active Network
97%
Still Operating
17+
Specialties Supported
What Is Direct Primary Care (DPC)?
Direct Primary Care (DPC) is a membership-based primary care model in which patients pay a recurring monthly fee directly to a physician or practice — eliminating insurance billing and restoring the physician-patient relationship.
DPC practices typically operate with panels of 400–600 patients, predictable recurring revenue, and dramatically reduced administrative overhead. The result is more time with patients, more autonomy for physicians, and a sustainable business model.
Learn more about the DPC modelMost DPC Consultants Give Advice. We Run Your Back Office.
The Freedom Practice System™ isn't a course, a template library, or a one-time engagement. It's a managed operating system — a 5-person team equivalent that handles operations, growth, billing, enrollment, and admin so you can practice medicine.
Traditional DPC Consulting
- ✗ One-time advice, then you're on your own
- ✗ You hire your own team (2+ FTEs minimum)
- ✗ You manage vendors, marketing, billing
- ✗ No ongoing operational support
- ✗ No performance benchmarking
Freedom Practice System™
- Managed 5-person team equivalent
- Daily operations handled for you
- Integrated vendor network (20–40% savings)
- Ongoing growth engine & employer outreach
- Network benchmarks & System Integrity Score
The Four Pillars of the Freedom Practice System
A defined framework, integrated vendor network, and tiered operational infrastructure — so you can focus entirely on medicine.
Three Tiers. You Decide How Much We Handle.
Every tier includes the full ~16-week launch program. Pick the level of ongoing operational support that fits your practice.
Essentials
We build the system. You run it. Launch included.
$2,800/mo
30% Us | 70% You
Core
We run daily operations. You practice medicine. Launch included.
$4,800/mo
70% Us | 30% You
Pro
We absorb complexity. You scale confidently. Launch included.
$9,000/mo
90% Us | 10% You
Already Have a Practice?
Same great tiers. 2-year agreement. Accelerated 4–6 week onboarding. Skip the launch phase and adopt the system right away.
Physician Testimonial
"Freedom Healthworks gave me the structure to build something real."
Dr. Kristen Stehling launched Empower Wellness in California using the Freedom Practice System — and hasn't looked back. Hear her story in under a minute.
Dr. Kristen Stehling, DO
Empower Wellness · California
The Strategic Framework Behind the System
The Freedom Practice System is built on five strategic pillars — the operational architecture that defines how every practice in our network is structured, launched, and scaled.
1. Business Model Architecture
- Membership tier structure & pricing strategy
- Panel size targets & capacity planning
- Revenue projections & break-even modeling
2. Regulatory Framework Alignment
- Practice structures aligned with DPC statutes
- Coordination with independent healthcare counsel
- Operational documentation for legal review
We do not provide legal advice. All legal determinations are reviewed by licensed counsel retained by the physician.
3. Employer-Based DPC Strategy
- Self-funded employer target identification
- Membership models for employer groups
- Employer pricing frameworks & retention strategy
4. Patient Acquisition & Market Positioning
- SEO and search visibility strategy
- Referral architecture & community positioning
- Employer pipeline integration
5. Operational Infrastructure & Performance Metrics
- Workflow mapping & staffing structure
- Panel velocity monitoring & churn risk analysis
- Revenue-per-member optimization
How to Start a Direct Primary Care Practice
The Freedom Practice System launch program is a structured ~16-week journey. Here's how it works:
Discovery & Consultation
We assess your goals, market, and readiness. You receive a custom practice roadmap.
Business Model & Financial Architecture
Membership tiers, pricing strategy, break-even modeling, and revenue projections tailored to your market.
Technology & Compliance Setup
Configured EHR, payment processing, phone/fax, labs, imaging, malpractice, and business insurance — all coordinated.
Brand, Website & Patient Growth Engine
Professional branding, live website, SEO, referral architecture, and pre-launch marketing campaigns.
Day One — Fully Operational
You open with a complete tech stack, active marketing, patient enrollment portal, and your Freedom Healthworks team in place.
Direct Primary Care vs Concierge Medicine
| Feature | Direct Primary Care | Concierge Medicine |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance Billing | No | Often yes |
| Membership Cost | Moderate ($75–200/mo) | High ($200–500+/mo) |
| Target Market | Broad | Affluent |
| Panel Size | 400–800 | 100–400 |
| Revenue Model | Recurring membership | Retainer + insurance |
| Administrative Overhead | Minimal | Moderate |
Frequently Asked Questions
Freedom starts with a conversation.
Ready to Adopt the System?
Whether you're launching a new DPC practice, transitioning from insurance, scaling an existing clinic, or developing employer contracts — the Freedom Practice System meets you where you are.
We do not provide legal, tax, or medical advice. Services described represent guidance, coordination, and support. Consult your own legal and financial advisors for specific decisions.
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