Ever feel frustrated with ever rising healthcare premiums and deductibles, the long waits at your doctor's office, and the rushed visits? I sure have! As a patient, it's frustrating not knowing how much things will cost or if my insurance even covers them. And as a doctor, I feel restricted by what insurance allows me to do and how I can practice medicine. But what if I told you there's a movement to bring medicine back to the way it has been practiced for centuries? Welcome to the world of direct pay medicine, specifically dermatology. 
With direct pay, you pay straight up for the care you get, making healthcare more transparent and easier to access than ever. No more confusing copays, deductibles, or surprise bills! If you're ready to learn more about the world of direct pay medicine, be sure to tune in to this week's podcast episode with Dr. Stephen Lewellis, where we'll dive deeper into the world of direct pay dermatology.
Key Takeaways:
- Addressing underlying health issues is crucial for improving skin conditions.
- Preventative and holistic care is necessary for overall health and well-being.
- Insurance-based healthcare has limitations and may not provide the necessary time and attention for comprehensive care.
- The cost of medications can be high, but alternative options and transparency in pricing can help reduce expenses.
- Direct pay models offer more personalized care and access to healthcare providers.
In This Episode:
(6:37) What is Direct Pay Dermatology?
(9:35) Challenges with Insurance-Based Practices
(14:02) Difference between Direct Pay Dermatology and Concierge Medicine
(19:56) Why Direct Pay Dermatology is More Affordable
(24:44) Benefits of Direct Pay Dermatology
(33:45) How to Find a Direct Pay Dermatologist
(39:56) The Importance of Addressing Underlying Health Issues
(51:05) Top Three Takeaways for Direct Pay
Dr. Lewellis is a board-certified dermatologist with a passion for integrating conventional and functional medicine to address skin, hair, and nail issues. Trained at NYU and Stanford, he's the Founder of Above and Beyond Dermatology, a virtual clinic that is raising the standard by offering personalized, integrative dermatology care that goes beyond creams and 5-minute visits and recognizes the need to treat the whole person, not just a disease. He also shares his expertise and experience through his podcast, The Direct Care Derm, and a weekly email newsletter. 
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