What is Direct Care?

We are taking insurance out of the equation. Direct care setting allows us to focus on you and not insurance requirements for documentation and billing. Imagine a setting that is relaxing and calming, a place where we can focus and help you build a plan for better health. We know that doctor patient relationship is incredibly important. We strive to nurture that.

Direct care is a healthcare model where patients pay healthcare providers directly, bypassing the insurance companies. Our fees are transparent and clear.

No referral is required for our practice. There is a shortage of Rheumatologists in TN. The average wait time is between 6 months and 1 year.

Scheduling an appointment at our practice is easy.

• No referral needed — book directly with us.

• Longer appointments (30–60 minutes) for deeper, more personalized care.

• 1:1 time with your physician — no physician extenders.

• Flat fee or membership pricing — transparent, predictable costs (HSA/FSA eligible).

• Insurance still works for labs, imaging, and medication.

• Lower out-of-pocket costs — ask us about our discounted lab and imaging rates.

• We help you find the most affordable medication options.

Request an appointment today — we’ll call you by the next business day to confirm your date and time.