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Results

Real independent practices. Documented progress.

What the operating team has done, and what it looks like for the physicians who signed on. Every number here is derived from the same practice directory the map runs on.

Standing behind the numbers

Individual practice results vary. The figures on this page describe the network as a whole, not a promise about any one practice.

Case studies

Practices, in their own words.

Featured

Empower Wellness DPC

Greenfield launch with no panel and no referral base.

193 patients enrolled over 22 months.

Rapid launch

Zionsville DPC

Compressed timeline from decision to opening day.

Kickoff to Day One in about seven months.

Specialty

Direct Specialty: Rheumatology

Same operating stack, outside of primary care.

A specialty-specific patient acquisition engine.

165+

Practices launched since 2016

97%

Still operating or successfully graduated

39 States

With active Freedom Healthworks practices today

"I knew when I was contemplating starting my own practice I wanted a support system and more structured guidance. Freedom Healthworks offered the support and guidance I was seeking."

Dr. Teenu CherianTrue Health Pediatrics · Pennsylvania

"The support that you guys all offer has made it much less stressful to have my own business."

Dr. Melinda MarzolfBalance Integrated Health · Colorado

"Our practice was only a dream in March 2022 and they brought it to fruition by June 2022."

Elizabeth BowenYour Corner Pediatrics

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Freedom Healthworks — The Operating System for Direct Primary Care

165+ physician-owned DPC practices launched since 2016 with a 97% success rate across 39 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 — 145+ active practices across 39 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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