KevinMD January 5, 2025
Abstract
The United States health care system faces escalating costs, access disparities, and significant physician burnout. Direct primary care (DPC) offers a transformative approach by emphasizing patient-centered care, price transparency, and reduced administrative burdens. Yet, federal policy reforms are necessary to scale this model nationally. This article outlines actionable federal policy recommendations, identifying how mechanisms like agency rulemaking and budget reconciliation can be used to drive adoption, expand access, and empower physicians.
Introduction
Health care reform is among the most pressing challenges in the United States. With rising costs and diminishing access, the system has reached a critical inflection point. Direct primary care (DPC), a subscription-based health care model, offers a viable alternative by reducing administrative complexity and focusing on...
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