For employers

Some employers pay for DPC memberships for their workers. Some pair it with a health plan.

What it costs

Public sources show employer fees from about $50 to $200 per employee per month. Prices depend on the practice and the services.

What the evidence says

Studies are mixed. One Milliman case study found employer costs from about 5% lower to about 8% higher. Many bigger savings claims come from sellers of these services. Do not count on savings.

Questions to ask

• Who is covered, and are family members included?
• What happens when an employee needs a hospital or specialist?
• How does the DPC fee fit with the health plan you already offer?
• What are the tax rules? Ask a benefits advisor or tax pro.

Next step

Talk with a licensed benefits advisor before you change a group plan. If you want help finding practices that work with employers, use the form on our home page and pick "A plan for my employees."