Shanks Primary Care

Membership starts at $125 per month for the first family member. The second family member pays $100 per month, and additional family members pay $75 per month each. A business plan rate of $100 per month is also available. New accounts pay a one-time $200 setup fee, which Shanks Primary Care waives for existing Dr. Shanks patients who transfer to the practice.

No. Shanks Primary Care charges a flat monthly fee and does not bill insurance. Members never pay copays for visits, and there are no unexpected charges after appointments. The monthly fee covers comprehensive primary care services, including standard in-office procedures.

Starting January 1, 2026, members can use Health Savings Account funds to pay for Shanks Primary Care membership fees. New legislation classifies DPC fees as a qualified medical expense. HSA funds cover up to $150 per month for individuals under this rule.

No, you do not need health insurance to become a member. Shanks Primary Care operates independently of insurance billing. Members without insurance benefit from discounted rates on labs, imaging, and medications through the practice's discount program. Members who carry insurance can still use it for services outside the scope of primary care, such as hospitalizations or surgeries.

Members contact Dr. Shanks directly by phone, text, or email. This direct line is included in the monthly membership. Shanks Primary Care also offers same-day appointments and house calls for members who need extended or homebound visits.

Yes. Membership at Shanks Primary Care runs month to month. Members can cancel at any time with 30 days notice, which allows time for a safe transfer of care.

Yes. Dr. Shanks provides dedicated LGBTQIA+ care, gender-affirming care, and weight-inclusive care. She expanded her scope in these areas during her years at Bridgeport Family Medicine and considers them a core part of her practice at Shanks Primary Care.

Yes. Dr. Shanks is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. She has provided care to large Spanish-speaking patient populations throughout her career, including during six years at Kaiser Permanente's Rockwood office in southeast Portland.

Prospective members can request a free meet-and-greet consultation with Dr. Shanks before enrolling. This conversation helps both parties confirm a good fit. After the consultation, new members pay the one-time $200 setup fee and begin their monthly membership.

Yes. The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services has certified Shanks Primary Care under Disclosure number 836-200-0315.