Investment vs. Cost:

How to Think About DPC

Most people think about healthcare as a cost.

We think about it as an investment — in your health, your time, your peace of mind, and your family’s future.

Value Beyond the Numbers

⏰ Your Time is Worth Something

Traditional Healthcare:

  1. Wait 2-8 weeks for appointments

  2. Spend 30+ minutes in waiting rooms

  3. Multiple visits for simple issues

  4. Total time lost: 20+ hours annually

With DPC:

  1. Same-day or next-day appointments

  2. Minimal wait times

  3. Longer, more comprehensive visits

  4. Time saved: 15+ hours annually

Your time value at $25/hour = $375+ saved annually

🧠 Peace of Mind is Priceless

Traditional Insurance Stress:

  1. Will this be covered?

  2. How much will this cost me?

  3. Can I afford to see the doctor?

  4. Will my claim be denied?

DPC Peace of Mind:

  1. Know exactly what everything costs

  2. No claim denials for primary care

  3. Direct access when you need it most

  4. Physician partner, not just provider

💪 Better Health Outcomes

Traditional Care Results:

  1. Rushed 8-minute appointments

  2. Limited preventive focus

  3. Reactive, not proactive care

  4. Poor medication compliance

DPC Results:

  1. 95%+ patient satisfaction

  2. Better chronic disease management

  3. Early problem detection

  4. Improved medication adherence

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Direct Primary Care is for Everyone

Child membership:

  • Avoid pediatric urgent care visit ($200+)

  • Peace of mind: Direct access to Dr. Aliganga for questions

Adult membership:

  • Avoid missing work for doctor appointments (lost wages)

  • Value: Proactive chronic disease management, medication optimization

Your Investment Decision Framework

Ask Yourself These Questions:

💰 Financial Value:

  • How much am I spending on insurance premiums and am I able to access benefits when needed?

  • Would I pay $125/month for unlimited access to any other service?

  • What’s my current healthcare costing me in time and stress?

🏥 Health Value:

  • Do I want a doctor who knows my story?

  • Would I benefit from being able to text my physician directly?

  • Do I value preventive care over just treating sick episodes?

⏰ Time Value:

  • Is my time worth more than sitting in waiting rooms?

  • Would I pay $125/month to avoid insurance bureaucracy?

  • Do I want healthcare that fits my schedule, not the other way around?

If you answered “yes” to most of these, DPC is likely a great investment for you.

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    Timely appointments when you are sick. Direct message access to Dr. Aliganga

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    A true healthcare partner, not just a provider.

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Remember:

This isn’t a cost —

it’s an investment in your health, your time, and your peace of mind.

And like all good investments, the returns compound over time.

Your health is your most valuable asset. Isn’t it time you invested in it properly?