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One Health Direct Primary Care

Quick Facts

Membership Price RangePediatric (Age 5-18yrs): $80/month | Adult (Age 19 and up): $120/month | One-time enrollment fee: Individual $50, Couple $90, Family $120 | Discounts: 11 months upfront = 12th month free, $10 OFF monthly for spouse/partner, 3rd child $70/month if >3 children enrolled
Practice TypeDirect Primary Care
LocationAsheville, Arden, Hendersonville, Western North Carolina
DoctorsElsie Osei-Nkansah MD, Family Medicine
Year Founded2022
Telehealth TypeVideo visits, phone calls, secure messaging (text, call, email); After hours, weekend and holiday telemedicine care
Telehealth AvailableYes

About

At One Health Direct Primary Care in Asheville, NC, Dr. Elsie Osei-Nkansah delivers family medicine with a focus on the whole person. She founded the practice on November 2, 2022, after more than a decade of practicing in the Asheville-Arden area. The practice earned the Best of Asheville in Primary Care 2022 Award just weeks after opening. WNC Business Magazine has featured One Health DPC for its employer healthcare program.

Dr. Osei-Nkansah sees patients ages 5 and up, covering everything from pediatric care to women's health, men's health, and chronic disease management. The practice runs a structured medical weight loss program using FDA-approved medications. Advanced cardio-metabolic evaluations go beyond standard labs to include markers like lipoprotein(a), Apolipoprotein B, and HOMA-IR. Members reach Dr. Osei-Nkansah directly by call, text, or email, including after hours, on weekends, and on holidays for urgent concerns. One Health DPC also partners with a registered dietitian and a licensed behavioral therapist, offering members discounted rates for both services.

Details

Membership

$120/monthly

Membership Details

Fixed monthly membership fee covers comprehensive primary care including all office visits, follow-up appointments, physicals, chronic disease management, acute/urgent care, weight loss services, body composition analysis, and cardio-metabolic evaluations. No co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles. Discounted labs, imaging, and wholesale generic medications. One-time enrollment fee required (Individual $50, Couple $90, Family $120). 6-month minimum commitment required.

Typical Appointment

60 minutes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Membership at One Health Direct Primary Care costs $120 per month for adults. Children ages 5 to 18 pay a lower monthly rate. A one-time enrollment fee applies: $50 for individuals, $90 for couples, and $120 for families. The practice requires a 6-month minimum commitment. The monthly fee covers all office visits, physicals, chronic disease management, acute care, weight loss services, body composition analysis, and cardio-metabolic evaluations, with no co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles.

One Health Direct Primary Care does not bill private insurance or Medicaid. The practice does accept Medicare patients but does not bill Medicare, and has opted out of Medicare for weight loss services. Many members pair their DPC membership with a high-deductible health insurance plan or a medical cost-sharing plan to cover hospitalizations and specialist care.

Yes, members receive same-day or next-day access for acute and urgent concerns. New patient appointments typically schedule within one to two weeks of enrollment. Sick visits run 30 to 60 minutes, and new patient appointments run 60 to 90 minutes.

Members can contact Dr. Osei-Nkansah directly by call for urgent concerns after hours, on weekends, and on holidays. The practice also offers telemedicine visits for added flexibility. This direct access is included in the standard membership.

Yes, One Health Direct Primary Care offers telemedicine visits for members. The practice uses equipment that integrates with its electronic health record system, allowing Dr. Osei-Nkansah to review health data captured at home during virtual visits.

The weight loss program at One Health Direct Primary Care pairs FDA-approved medications with personalized physician oversight. Medications available include semaglutide, tirzepatide, liraglutide, phentermine/topiramate, bupropion/naltrexone, and phentermine. The practice uses body composition scans to track progress. The initial consultation costs $295, and the 6-month physician services program runs $149 per month, separate from medication costs.

Yes, members receive discounted rates on labs and imaging through the practice's negotiated pricing. One Health DPC also maintains an in-office pharmacy stocking generic medications at wholesale pricing. In-office testing included in the membership covers EKG, urine dipstick, glucose testing, and urine pregnancy tests.

Yes, One Health Direct Primary Care offers business and employer membership programs for small and medium-sized businesses. WNC Business Magazine featured the practice for this employer healthcare model. Business memberships help employers provide affordable primary care access as a benefit to attract and retain employees.

Yes, the practice partners with Kendra Millar, a registered dietitian at Pisgah Sports Nutrition, and Jessica Fruchtman, a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral therapist. Members receive discounted rates for both services. These partnerships extend the care Dr. Osei-Nkansah provides beyond the primary care visit.

One Health Direct Primary Care sees patients ages 5 and up. Children under 17 must have an enrolled parent or guardian. Services for younger patients include well-child checks, school physicals, and sports physicals.

Practice last updated April 10, 2026