Direct Primary Care is a model of healthcare where patients pay a monthly fee directly to their primary care physician. This fee covers most primary care services, including clinical, l and consultative services, as well as care coordination and comprehensive care management.

FAQs

We understand that Direct Primary Care (DPC) might be a new concept for many. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive about Coral DPC and our services.

What is Direct Primary Care (DPC)?

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Whether you're a retiree looking for attentive, comprehensive care, a busy professional seeking more accessible healthcare, or a family wanting a doctor who can care for every member, we're here for you.

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About DPC

DPC differs from traditional care in several ways:

We see fewer patients, allowing for longer appointments and more personalized care.

We offer direct access to your doctor, including same-day or next-day appointments and communication via phone, text, or email.

Our transparent pricing model means no co-pays, deductibles, or surprise bills for covered services.

We focus on preventive care and building a strong doctor-patient relationship.
While Coral DPC can handle most of your primary care needs, we recommend maintaining a high-deductible health insurance plan or a health share plan for catastrophic events, specialty care, and hospitalization.
Your membership includes:

All primary care visits (in-person and telemedicine)

Annual wellness exams

Chronic disease management

Acute care for illnesses and injuries

Many in-office procedures (e.g., joint injections, skin biopsies)

Direct communication with Dr. Cress
While most services are covered by your membership fee, there may be additional costs for:

Certain medications or vaccines

Advanced lab tests or imaging studies (often available at discounted rates)

Procedures or tests that need to be sent out to other facilities

About Our Practice

Dr. Lyndsi Cress is a board-certified family physician with extensive experience in primary care. She founded Coral DPC to provide personalized, comprehensive care to patients of all ages in the North Myrtle Beach area.
Yes, we welcome patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors.
If specialist care is needed, Dr. Cress will help coordinate your care, including making referrals and collaborating with specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
As a Coral DPC member, you can reach Dr. Cress via phone, text, or email even when you're out of town. For in-person care, we can help guide you to appropriate local resources.

Joining Coral DPC

Schedule a free meet-and-greet with Dr. Cress to discuss your health needs and goals.

If you decide to join, we'll help you complete the membership agreement.

Pay the enrollment fee and your first month's membership fee.

Schedule your first comprehensive visit with Dr. Cress.
We ask for a 3-month initial commitment. After that, your membership continues month-to-month and can be cancelled at any time with 30 days' notice.
We hope you'll be happy with our care, but we understand circumstances change. If you decide to leave, we'll transfer your medical records to your new provider at no cost.

Still have questions? We're here to help. Feel free to contact us for more information or to schedule a free meet-and-greet with Dr. Cress.