What to know
DPC generally uses a recurring membership fee and commonly does not bill insurance for primary-care services. Concierge practices may charge a membership fee and also bill insurance. Practices sometimes use these labels differently.
Questions to ask
Ask whether the practice bills insurance, what the membership includes, which services cost extra, how after-hours access works, and whether the model serves individuals, families, employers, or a narrower population.
Important context
A directory classification describes the reported business model. It is not a legal, clinical, or quality determination. Confirm all terms with the practice.