Western Foothills Direct Primary Care

Western Foothills Direct Primary Care charges a reasonable monthly fee that covers everything done in the office. There are no copays and no surprise charges. Dr. Hamilton notes the monthly cost is typically less than what most people pay for cell phone coverage. Contact the practice directly for current pricing details.

Membership includes unlimited office visits, same-day or next-day appointments, flexible appointment lengths, and direct access to Dr. Hamilton's cell phone. The monthly fee covers all services performed in the office, with no additional charges or copays.

Western Foothills Direct Primary Care does not bill insurance for its services. However, two Maine insurers, Mending Health and Health Access Solutions, cover all or part of the monthly membership fee. Patients can also use insurance or a health-sharing plan for services outside the office, such as labs, imaging, or specialist care.

No. Western Foothills Direct Primary Care welcomes patients with or without insurance. The membership model works well for uninsured patients, those with high deductibles, and those with existing coverage who want more direct access to their physician.

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Members receive same-day or next-day appointments. Because Dr. Hamilton does not structure her schedule around insurance billing requirements, she has real flexibility in how she books and lengths visits.

The practice does not bill Medicare or Medicaid directly. However, Dr. Hamilton notes that both programs show increasing interest in working with DPC clinics. Data from DPC practices demonstrates better patient health outcomes and reduced emergency department and hospital use, which makes the model attractive to these payers over time.

Western Foothills Direct Primary Care is located at the Ingalls Center, 144 High Street, Suite 305, Farmington, ME 04938. The practice serves individuals and families throughout the Western Maine foothills region.

Yes. Dr. Hamilton is the sole physician at Western Foothills Direct Primary Care. Every visit, call, text, and email goes directly to her. Patients build a continuous relationship with one doctor over time.