Sugarcreek Direct Family Care

Sugarcreek Direct Family Care uses a sliding scale for memberships, so cost adjusts based on individual circumstances. Scholarship funds are also available for those who need additional support. The practice does not accept per-visit payments, as membership is what ensures continuous, unlimited access to care.

No. Sugarcreek Direct Family Care has opted out of all commercial insurance contracts, as well as Medicare and Medicaid. The practice cannot bill insurance on your behalf, and patients cannot submit services to their own insurance plan. This opt-out allows Dr. Murphy to provide fully direct, uninterrupted care.

You can use HSA funds for medications dispensed through the practice and for any testing or labs Dr. Murphy orders. For questions about using HSA funds toward your membership fee, the practice recommends consulting your accountant, as rules can vary.

No. Sugarcreek Direct Family Care does not accept per-visit payments. Membership is the foundation of the Direct Primary Care model here, ensuring you have unlimited access to care whenever you need it. Sliding scale pricing and scholarship funds help make membership accessible.

Yes. Members who want to add children to an existing individual plan can do so through family pricing. Contact the practice directly to learn the current rates and options for your household.

Members receive unlimited access to care, direct communication with Dr. Murphy, and a personalized approach to their health. The small, intimate care team keeps visits consistent. There are no per-visit fees layered on top of the membership.

The practice sits in Sugarcreek Township on 12 acres that include woods, a pond, and gardens. Dr. Murphy designed the setting to support healing through nature and a warm, welcoming environment. The practice will also soon welcome rescue animals to the property.

An Optimal Healing Environment is one of the three core principles at Sugarcreek Direct Family Care. It means Dr. Murphy sees patients in a comfortable, home-based, nature-surrounded setting. The goal is to individualize the space and experience so each visit feels welcoming and conducive to healing.

Integrative healthcare at Sugarcreek Direct Family Care means Dr. Murphy combines conventional medicine with complementary approaches. He explores natural and less invasive treatment options when appropriate. His care engages the whole person, including mind, body, and spirit, to support healing at every level.

Yes. Anyone can join regardless of their insurance situation. Sliding scale pricing and scholarship funds help ensure the practice remains accessible to a wide range of patients.