Frequently Asked Questions
Many of our patients ask what makes Aurora Primary Care different. For us, it comes down to trust and relationships. We take the time to know you and your family, offering preventive care, chronic disease management, and personalized treatment plans—supported by modern medical technology. Our goal is simple: to keep you healthy and supported at every stage of life.
Direct Primary Care is a healthcare system where patients pay a monthly fee straight to their doctor and get care whenever they need it. Unlike traditional care, you don’t pay an insurance company monthly and then extra costs for visits, treatments, or medicines.
DPC doctors spend more time with patients by eliminating insurance-related admin tasks like data collection, coding, and pre-authorizations. This means convenient, affordable care with no co-pays, deductibles or unpredictable out-of-pocket expenses.
At Aurora Primary Care your membership includes all your Primary Care visits and in-house procedures and you get the advantage of significantly reduced costs for prescriptions and any out-of-office procedures.
No. We do not participate with or accept insurance. This is how we can deliver better, more personalized care at a lower cost. You pay your doctor directly through a monthly fee. That means no additional charges or co-pays! You should have some type of basic insurance to pay for catastrophic care, surgeries, and other treatment not included in your Aurora Primary Care membership.
Unfortunately, because of government regulations, at this time we can't see patients covered by Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, IHS and other government provided insurance. If you are on one of these plans but would like to work with us, please give us your information so we can contact you in the future when we are able to work with you.
Unlike traditional care where you pay for each visit, our membership includes unlimited calls, text, and visits at no additional charge. You can talk to your doctor with enough time to address all your concerns and ask follow up questions with no extra cost. We also offer discounted prices on lab tests (and in the future expect special pricing on medications and imaging as well). You will never get a surprise bill.
Most patients benefit from direct primary care because they have a closer relationship with their doctor. DPC doctors have fewer patients and no insurance companies controlling your care. This means you stay with the same doctor even if you change jobs and have more control over your healthcare and no surprises with billing.
| What Matters | Direct Primary Care | Traditional Care |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Pricing | Flat monthly fee for comprehensive primary care | Co-pays, deductibles, hidden costs |
| See Your Doctor | You pick your doctor, no insurance network limits. | You choose from doctors in your insurance network (or pay more). |
| Easy Appointments | Same-day or next-day availability | Long wait times (average 21 days) |
| Time with Doctor | 30-60 minute visits | Often just 10-15 minutes |
| Direct Communication | Text, call, or email your doctor | Through front desk or portal (with long wait or hold times) |
| Focus on Prevention | Proactive, whole person care | Often reactive, insurance driven |
| Chronic Care Support | Personalized and ongoing | Rushed or fragmented |
| No Insurance Hassle | No paperwork or codes | Lots of forms and billing to meet insurance requirements |
| Relationship with Doctor | You know your Doctor | Often see different providers (doctors, NPs, or PAs) |
Starting Jan 2026 you can use your HSA/FSA dollars to pay for your Aurora Primary Care membership. Meanwhile, check with your benefits manager or CPA if your membership is covered.
Our membership options range from $35-$55 a month for teens and $75-$95 a month for adults.
Your membership will automatically renew each month unless you decide to cancel. A minimum 30-day notice is required for cancellation.
Simple Pricing: Flat monthly fee for comprehensive primary care
Always See Your Doctor: You pick your doctor, no insurance network limits.
Easy Appointments: Same-day or next-day availability.
More Time with Your Doctor: 30-60 minute visits
Direct Communication: Text, call, or email your doctor
Focus on Prevention: Proactive, holistic care
Chronic Care Support: Personalized and ongoing
No Insurance Hassle: No insurance paperwork.
Strong Relationship with Doctor: Your Doctor knows you.
As a member of Aurora Primary Care, you get better access and care to help prevent hospital stays and fewer specialist visits. If you do need specialist care, we will arrange it and work closely with your doctor.
We are able to prescribe to your pharmacy like any other provider. In the near future we plan to have a small formulary of common medications that we can dispense right in the office, saving you money and the trip to the pharmacy. We do not offer chronic pain management, nor do we keep controlled substances on the premises.
DPC can be a good solution for you whether you have insurance or not:
- I don’t have Insurance: Our low cost labs (and in the future medications and imaging) help keep your money in your pocket and keep you out of the urgent care or emergency department. Patients can pair membership with traditional insurance or a health share.
- I have insurance: Combine the peace of mind of having insurance with same and next day appointments, longer appointments with your doctor, low cost labs and the convenience of skipping urgent care. Our office does not bill insurance.
Your Journey to
Aurora Primary Care
Step 1
Schedule a free meet & greet, or enroll directly if you’re ready
Step 2
Get the SigmaMD app to manage visits and stay connected
