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What is Direct Primary Care?

Direct Primary Care (DPC) is an innovative model for primary care that functions outside the health insurance system. Patients join for a low monthly fee, and have direct access to their doctor whenever they need it.  Patients stay healthier because when they need care, they can see a doctor who knows them and who they trust.

Businesses can offer DPC to employees and significantly reduce costs while helping their employees stay healthy.


*DPC reduces health care costs by about 20%*

Duet Family Health

Accessible, affordable health care

As a Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice, we do not use health insurance. Instead, members join for a low monthly fee that covers all their primary care needs. 


Member benefits:


  • Direct access to your doctor
  • Same- or next-day visits
  • Unrushed, unlimited visits without copays
  • Telemedicine
  • Access to low-cost medications, labs, and testing

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Dr. Amy Schroeder with patient.

Amy Schroeder, MD

FAAFP, MSCP, DABOM

Welcome to my practice!

As a board-certified family physician, I'm excited to offer complete primary care for your whole family in a better way. After 20+ years caring for patients from newborn to elderly, and with recent training in integrative medicine, obesity treatment, and menopause care—I am here for you!

More about Dr. Amy

Comprehensive Care for

the Whole Family

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Preventive Care

Checkups, physicals, screenings

to keep you healthy

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Menopause Society Certified Practitioner

Duet Menopause Care

 

Included with DPC membership 

Or as a separate service

Learn more about menopause care

Patient Testimonials

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Through the direct primary care model, Dr. Amy is able to offer high quality, patient-centered care at an affordable price.

Imogene

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I am very pleased with both Dr. Schroeder and the model of medical practice that she is building. In fact, I think it's fair to say that I am more pleased with her and her practice than I have been with any practice in my many years of seeing doctors.

Jonathan

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I highly recommend Dr. Amy and Duet to anyone who wants accessible and effective healthcare from a doctor who truly cares about her patients.

Sheila

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the difference between DPC and Concierge medicine?

    Both operate on a monthly membership basis.  Concierge medicine usually bills insurance for the visit plus charging the patient a membership fee.  Concierge medicine is more expensive than DPC.

  • Do you take insurance?

    No, we do not bill insurance for any care we provide in the office. Everything is included in your membership.  If you need to see a specialist, or need labs, vaccines, or lab tests you can bill these to a PPO insurance plan.

  • Do you do labs in the office?

    Yes.  Point-of-care tests like rapid strep, flu, covid, urine testing, and blood glucose are included with your membership.  For blood tests, we draw blood in the office then send to Healthlabs for our discounted rates.  You can go to a Quest facility, or order through Fullscript.  Costs can be billed to PPO plans or paid through Duet. 

  • Do you dispense medications in the office?

    Yes.  We stock many common medications and can order many others for lower cost than at pharmacies.  You can also use your insurance to fill a prescription through your pharmacy.

  • Is there a copay for office visits?

    No. All your office visits to Duet Family Health as your Direct Primary Care Provider in Chicago, telehealth visits, and phone calls with your doctor are included in your membership.


  • What if I have an emergency or need to be hospitalized?

    If you have an emergency you can first call us, and we may be able to help. If you do need to go to the ER or hospital, you will be responsible for the bill yourself or through your insurance plan.  This is why we recommend everyone carry a wrap-around plan for emergencies.

  • Do you do virtual visits?

    Yes, for enrolled patients we can often take care of your needs by telehealth without a physical office visit.  Your first visit to establish care must be in person.

  • Can you refer me to specialists?

    Yes.  If you have PPO insurance we will help you find a specialist in your network.  If you have an HMO, you need to be referred from a PCP in your HMO network.  If you don’t have insurance, we will help you find a specialist that offers lower cash prices.

  • How do I join?

    Click below to schedule a free video or inperson Information Session, to meet Dr. Amy and find out if the practice is right for you.  After that you will receive a portal link to register and schedule your first appointment.  

  • Is there a commitment?

    No.  You can cancel your membership at any time and your next payment will be cancelled.  However if you decide you want to come back, there is a re-enrollment fee of $200.