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Primary Care, Reimagined — Right Here in Asheville

 

Integrative Family Medicine is a full-service primary care clinic serving Asheville, NC and surrounding communities with offices in the River Arts District and Arden.

We provide comprehensive, integrative primary care through a Direct Primary Care (DPC) membership, which simply means you pay us directly for your primary care instead of going through insurance.

This allows us to practice medicine the way primary care is meant to be practiced — with time, access, continuity, and clear costs. Same scope of care as a traditional primary care office, but without rushed visits, copays, or insurance-driven limitations.
 

What a Direct Primary Care (DPC) Membership Means

 

Our DPC Membership membership gives you ongoing access to a dedicated primary care team — physicians, clinicians, and support staff who truly know you. However, unlike traditional primary care, instead of paying per visit, you pay one transparent monthly fee.

Because primary care addresses nearly 80% of most healthcare needs, our model makes it easier to get the care you need — quickly, affordably, and within a trusted relationship.

As a member, you’ll enjoy:

    • One simple, transparent monthly fee

    • No co-pays!

    • Your membership covers all sick and regular visits

    • Deep discounts on common procedures, labs, and access to our wholesale pharmacy

    • Smaller patient base = more time with your provider
    • All designed to make care easier, not harder, to access.

       

UP TO AGE 45
$110/MONTH

AGE 46-59
$115/MONTH

Family Discount: All children enrolled with an adult member, just $75 per month.

AGE 60+
$125/MONTH

What About Health Insurance?

 
You do not need health insurance to join our practice — and if you already have it, that’s fine too. Our Direct Primary Care membership stands on its own, while working seamlessly alongside insurance for emergencies or specialty care, as we handle your day-to-day primary and same day or next day sick visit needs.

Now more than ever, affordable healthcare, personalized attention, and reliable access matter. We’re here to make primary care work better — for your health, your schedule, and your peace of mind.

The Process to Become a Member

Become A Member

STEP 1
BECOME A MEMBER

  • Choose your membership level -based on age (see levels above).
  • Enroll by clicking Become a Member below (There is a one time $80 enrollment fee + easy, monthly membership fee)
  • Choose your provider
  • Schedule your Establish Care Appointment using the scheduling link on our website or in your welcome email 
  • You can be seen for same day or urgent visits before your Establish Care Appointment!
  • After your first appointment, you will be given access to your Elation Patient Portal to communicate directly with your provider
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STEP 2
BE HEARD

  • Share your goals and concerns with your medical provider
  • Establish an action plan for your health and well-being
  • Enjoy 2-3x longer visits than average
  • Communicate directly with your provider via your Elation Patient Portal for questions, concerns, to order prescription refills.
Healthy Family

 STEP 3
GET HEALTHY

  • See us for your Annual Visit, follow-ups, and sick care needs
  • Consult with our health coach to optimize your wellness
  • Attend classes and workshops, offered and promoted to patients!

Membership FAQs

Are there additional costs beyond membership fees?

There are zero co-payments for medical visits, including: establish care, continuity of care, urgent, and annual visits. Lab and procedure costs are at wholesale pricing. You can view our most common service fees and savings here. Common wholesale medication and supplement costs are here. If you have specific questions or concerns about pricing please feel free to contact us at (828) 519-5445. Full price transparency is one of our foundational values.

How do membership payments work?

The Integrative Life Membership—a one-year contract commitment—may be paid in 12 monthly installments or in-full annually. Payments can be drafted directly from a checking account or charged to a credit/debit card. 

For continuity of care, membership payments continue beyond the one year contract unless you notify the office otherwise to cancel. For those paying in-full annually, the membership renewal payment will be processed one year after your sign-up date. This keeps you as an active member with your established provider.

Wholesale fees associated with labs, procedures and other charges that are not covered by the membership are due in full at the time of service. Click here to view the most common service fees

Who is eligible for the family discount?

Children age 17 and under receive the discounted rate of $60/month in households with one or more full-paying, age-tiered adult membership.

Can I cancel membership any time?

The Integrative Life Membership is a commitment for one full year from the enrollment date. However, members have a seven-day grace period after their establish care visit to determine if our clinic is the right fit. Those rare patients who opt to cancel in this window will only owe the difference between fees paid and the non-member rate of services received. (For example, the establish care visit non-member rate is $350). Beyond this period, if membership is cancelled prior to the end of the contract year we reserve the right to apply an early termination fee of $250 to cover the cost of care delivered. 

Insurance: I have/do not have it...

I have insurance.

  • Can I still use my insurance to pay for outside referrals and prescriptions?
    • Yes! Except for Medicaid recipients, patients may submit costs paid outside of our office—invoices for referrals, specialists, and prescriptions—to their insurance companies for out-of-network reimbursement. *We are not enrolled in Medicaid, so patients with that coverage will not be able to receive those benefits for any orders from our office.
  • What is the benefit of having insurance if I’m a member of your practice? Should I keep it?
    • Yes, we recommend everyone have insurance or medical cost sharing to cover unexpected, major medical costs.
  • Can you just send my lab orders to Labcorp/Quest/etc., so that I can use insurance?
    • Orders to our Labcorp account bill our clinic directly to ensure our members receive wholesale prices. So, labs ordered from our office cannot be billed through insurance; however, our wholesale prices are very low, and by paying directly there’s no risk of claims being denied.
  • Itemized invoices to bill insurance: How can I submit these?
    • Although insurance companies do not reimburse for monthly membership fees, we can provide itemized invoices for other billable services such as labs and procedures.

I do not have insurance.

  • Will membership be enough to cover me/my family? Do I still need insurance?
    • We recommend everyone have insurance or medical cost sharing to cover unexpected, major medical costs.
  • What happens if I need care outside your office, like imaging or something else?
    • We refer to imaging like Xrays and MRIs to locations that offer discounted, self-pay rates to our members. For specialty referrals, it would need to be discussed with that office whether they have special rates or payment plans.
Is a membership worth it if I’m healthy?

Yes — many of our members join because they’re healthy and want to stay that way. Direct Primary Care allows for a more proactive approach to health, with time for prevention, nutrition, lifestyle support, and early identification of issues before they become bigger problems. Members also value having easy access to care when something unexpected comes up, rather than scrambling for appointments or urgent care.

Does a membership help me save on labs, procedures, and prescriptions?

In many cases, yes. Members often have access to labs and medications at discounted or near-wholesale pricing, which can be significantly less than insurance-based rates — especially before a deductible is met. While not all procedures are included, we’re committed to transparency and helping you understand costs upfront so there are fewer surprises.

What if I have questions before enrolling?

That’s completely normal — and encouraged. Choosing healthcare is a big decision, and you don’t have to do it alone. If you have questions about membership, how Direct Primary Care works, or whether it’s a good fit for you, you’re welcome to reach out before enrolling. Our team is happy to answer questions, talk through your situation, and help you decide what makes the most sense.

Have questions? Learn more before enrolling. Call us at (828) 575-9600

Benefits of Membership

EASY, TRANSPARENT PAYMENT MODEL

Receive award-winning, personalized health care.

INTEGRATIVE APPROACH

Experience integrative primary care with a focus on prevention and wellness.

WHOLESALE LABS AND MEDICATIONS

Get deeply discounted labs, procedures, medications & supplements, and more.

3X LONGER VISITS

Enjoy appointments that are 3x longer than average plus minimal wait times in the lobby!

YEARLY COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT

Achieve your health goals with a comprehensive annual visit and personalized care plan. 

$0 CO-PAYMENTS FOR FOLLOW-UP & URGENT MEDICAL VISITS

Simplify visits and spend the time you need with your medical provider.

 

INTEGRATIVE WOMEN'S HEALTH

Consult our staff specialists with expertise in women’s health, including gynecology and general wellness.

HORMONE MANAGMENT

Live and feel your best with innovative hormone management treatments.

SPECIALIZED MEDICINE

Optimize health with specializations such as Advanced Cardiovascular Risk Management and Comprehensive Thyroid Management.

HEALTH COACHING & NUTRITION SUPPORT

Learn from local experts with free or discounted access to all of our health classes.

PRIORITY ACCESS FOR APPOINTMENTS

Schedule same/next day urgent appointments. In-person, virtual, and phone visit options are available. 

ONLINE PROVIDER ACCESS

Access our patient portal to communicate directly with your provider between appointments.

Still Have Questions?

 

If you you want to talk things through before enrolling, we’re here to help. Simply give us a call Monday-Friday 8-12 or 1-5 at 828-575-9600 or complete the form below to receive even more information!

Our Comprehensive Integrative Life Membership Includes

Medical Care

MEDICAL CARE

Our new patient relationships often begin with an establish care appointment. This longer appointment helps us to review your life history, understand your goals, and develop a personalized, comprehensive plan to partner with you. Enroll now to book your Establish Care Appointment

Health Coaching

HEALTH COACHING

Health coaching provides support to help you identify your health goals and create a success-oriented plan for establishing new, healthier habits. Learn More

Specialty Care

SPECIALTY CARE

Some conditions saddle the border between primary care and specialty care. We are able to help with many hormone and gastrointestinal conditions. We do not operate as “Functional Medicine Consultants” and limit our specialty testing to hormone, thyroid, and GI concerns. Learn more about Specialty Care here.

Integrative Health Classes

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CLASSES

Our monthly classes feature local experts teaching practical courses on lifestyle, healthy shopping, cooking, growing food, herbal medicine, yoga, meditation and more. Our Integrative Life Classes are FREE as a benefit to our Members and open to the community. View upcoming classes.

Virtual Course

VIRTUAL COURSES

Physician-designed courses led by our team support you in achieving your health goals. These feature customized meal plans, shopping lists, webinars, daily reminders and more. Our courses help you initiate and sustain lifestyle changes on your schedule.

Get More for Your Investment

While Integrative can meet most of your primary care needs, without the need for insurance, we do recommend our members carry Catastrophic or High Deductible Insurance in case of an incident or illness that requires a specialized level of care.

Investment