A Simpler Healthcare Option for Small Businesses and Local Teams
Direct Primary Care gives employees easier access to a doctor through a simple monthly membership, with clear pricing, faster appointments, and direct communication.
Whether you have 2 employees or 20, Direct Primary Care may help make healthcare feel simpler, more personal, and easier to use.
Serving local businesses in the Hickory and Catawba County area.
For small employers
What losing an employee costs, and what keeping one costs
Offering primary care through Emerald Health is a recurring cost you can see in advance. Replacing someone who leaves is a larger cost that shows up all at once. Move the sliders to fit your team and compare the two.
Your team
33% of annual pay. Common estimates run from a third to half, higher for skilled roles.
Gold membership is $65 a month. Contribute less and employees cover the rest.
The comparison
Keep one person from leaving and the benefit has already paid for itself, with room to spare.
Why it holds people
At a company your size, offering health insurance usually isn't required and often isn't affordable, and employees know it. Other small businesses likely don't offer anything like this, so it becomes a real reason to stay.
How this works: Gold covers everyone's everyday and sick care at a flat monthly rate, with same-day or next-day visits. Anyone who needs ongoing management can step up to a fuller membership affordably. Part-time employees who wouldn't otherwise get coverage are included the same way.
Replacement cost is an estimate, not a bill. It stands in for recruiting, onboarding, and the weeks of reduced output while a new hire ramps up. Adjust the slider to match how hard your roles are to fill.
Emerald Health DPC · emeraldhealthdpc.com · 828-544-1018
For small employers
What losing an employee costs, and what keeping one costs
Offering primary care through Emerald Health is a recurring cost you can see in advance. Replacing someone who leaves is a larger cost that shows up all at once. Move the sliders to fit your team and compare the two.
Your team
33% of annual pay. Common estimates run from a third to half, higher for skilled roles.
Gold membership is $65 a month. Contribute less and employees cover the rest.
The comparison
Keep one person from leaving and the benefit has already paid for itself, with room to spare.
Why it holds people
At a company your size, offering health insurance usually isn't required and often isn't affordable, and employees know it. Other small businesses likely don't offer anything like this, so it becomes a real reason to stay.
How this works: Gold covers everyone's everyday and sick care at a flat monthly rate, with same-day or next-day visits. Anyone who needs ongoing management can step up to a fuller membership affordably. Part-time employees who wouldn't otherwise get coverage are included the same way.
Replacement cost is an estimate, not a bill. It stands in for recruiting, onboarding, and the weeks of reduced output while a new hire ramps up. Adjust the slider to match how hard your roles are to fill.
Emerald Health DPC · emeraldhealthdpc.com · 828-544-1018
How Businesses Commonly Use Direct Primary Care
Option 1: Direct Primary Care
as a Standalone Benefit
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a simple healthcare benefit on its own.
This can work well for:
Very small teams
Self-employed professionals
Businesses without traditional insurance
Employers looking for affordable primary care access
Employees receive direct access to primary care through a monthly membership..
Option 2: Direct Primary Care Combined With Insurance
or a Health Share
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a healthcare benefit along with insurance or health share.
Other businesses combine Direct Primary Care with:
High-deductible insurance plans
Health share programs
Existing healthcare coverage In this setup:
DPC handles everyday primary care needs
Insurance or health shares help cover larger medical events
Many businesses like this approach because it combines easier access to care with protection for larger healthcare expenses.
How Businesses Commonly Use Direct Primary Care
Option 1: Direct Primary Care as a Standalone Benefit
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a simple healthcare benefit on its own.
This may work well for:
Very small teams
Self-employed professionals
Businesses without traditional insurance
Employers looking for affordable primary care access
Employees receive direct access to primary care through a monthly membership..
Option 2: Direct Primary Care Combined With Insurance or a Health Share
Some small businesses offer Direct Primary Care as a simple healthcare benefit on its own.
Other businesses combine Direct Primary Care with:
High-deductible insurance plans
Health share programs
Existing healthcare coverage In this setup:
DPC handles everyday primary care needs
Insurance or health shares help cover larger medical events
Many businesses like this approach because it combines easier access to care with protection for larger healthcare expenses.
Healthcare Designed for Real Small Businesses
Small businesses often need practical solutions, not complicated systems.
We work with local individuals, families, and businesses who want easier access to primary care and more direct communication with their doctor.
Whether you are self-employed or have a growing team, Direct Primary Care may be worth exploring.
Healthcare Designed for Real Small Businesses
Small businesses often need practical solutions, not complicated systems.
We work with local individuals, families, and businesses who want easier access to primary care and more direct communication with their doctor.
Whether you are self-employed or have a growing team, Direct Primary Care may be worth exploring.
Small businesses often need practical solutions, not complicated systems.
We work with local individuals, families, and businesses who want easier access to primary care and more direct communication with their doctor.
Whether you are self-employed or have a growing team, Direct Primary Care may be worth exploring.
Want a Simple Explanation of How DPC Works for Businesses?
We host short educational webinars for local business owners who want to better understand Direct Primary Care and healthcare options for small teams.
Estimate Direct Primary Care Costs for Your Team
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or in combination with insurance or health share.
DPC as a Standalone Benefit for Employees
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or for yourself as a business owner.
Compare DPC Alongside Insurance or Health Share Options
Explore how Direct Primary Care may fit with high-deductible insurance plans or health share programs to help improve access to everyday care.
Get Local Business Health Updates
Join our email list for simple updates about:
Direct Primary Care
Healthcare options for small businesses
Local events and webinars
Employee healthcare ideas
Practical healthcare tips for business owners
We will send you information about employer healthcare programs and updates. You can opt out at any time.
Estimate Direct Primary Care Costs for Your Team
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or for yourself as a business owner.
Compare DPC Alongside Insurance or Health Share Options
See what it may cost to offer Direct Primary Care as a standalone healthcare benefit for employees or for yourself as a business owner.
Compare DPC Alongside Insurance or Health Share Options
Explore how Direct Primary Care may fit with high-deductible insurance plans or health share programs to help improve access to everyday care.
Get Local Business Health Updates
Join our email list for simple updates about:
Direct Primary Care
Healthcare options for small businesses
Local events and webinars
Employee healthcare ideas
Practical healthcare tips for business owners
We will send you information about employer healthcare programs and updates. You can opt out at any time.
Explore Whether Direct Primary Care Could Work for Your Business
Explore Whether Direct Primary Care Could Work for Your Business
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