Frequently Asked Questions
01. Is it ethical to leave FFS?
We believe any just model of care must serve the fiduciary relationship between physician and patient. Direct primary care serves that fiduciary relationship by allowing physicians and patients to interact without the disruptive influence of external forces and perverse incentives. We have thought hard about the ethics of DPC, including topics such as DPC's role in the future of primary care and the financial demands DPC makes of patients. We would love to have a conversation with you about the ethics of DPC and invite you to reach out.
02. How long to start a clinic?
Launching and scaling a DPC clinic can take a few months or several years. It depends on many factors, including who you partner with to help you launch, how you navigate any non-compete clauses, how established you want your brick and mortar to be before launch, and how aggressively you market to patients. At CCH, we seek to launch and scale our clients within 24 months.
03. How to navigate non-compete?
As you might suspect, there is no one-size-fits-all in how to deal with non-compete clauses. Thankfully, such clauses are coming under increased scrutiny from policymakers and the courts and may have less force in coming years. However, we are not employment law experts and recommend you seek legal counsel about your employment terms.