What Is Direct Primary Care?
Healthcare can feel complicated, especially when you’re trying to choose what kind of care will truly support you. At Solace Primary Care in Irvine, we help patients understand how Direct Primary Care (DPC) offers a simpler, more relationship-centered alternative to the traditional healthcare model.
With a clearer understanding of how each approach works, you can decide what feels right for you and your family.
The Solace Difference: Direct Primary Care in South Orange County
Time to Be Heard
Every appointment allows space for your story
Direct Access Always
Reach your doctor without layers or delays
Transparent, Simple Pricing
No confusion, surprises, or insurance hurdles
Care That Goes Deeper
Thoughtful guidance to truly understand your health.
Support Beyond the Visit
Consistent follow-up from a doctor who knows you
Is Direct Primary Care covered by insurance?
No - and that is the point. DPC replaces the insurance middleman with a simple monthly membership. You pay Dr. Khan directly, which means no copays, no surprise bills, and no waiting on approvals.
Is Direct Primary Care right for Orange County families?
It is - with Orange County's high cost of living and rising insurance premiums, DPC offers predictable, affordable care without sacrificing quality. A family of three at Solace pays $250-300/month which is often less than a single month of insurance copays.
What does a direct primary care membership actually cover?
Your monthly membership covers unlimited visits, direct messaging and phone access to Dr. Khan, same day appointments, chronic disease management, women's health, postpartum support, and care coordination. There are no per-visit fees.
Is Direct Primary Care the same as Concierge Medicine?
They are similar; however, not the same. Concierge practices still bill insurance and they charge an extra concierge fee on top. DPC removes insurance from primary care entirely, which keeps costs far lower. A concierge membership in OC can be anywhere from $300-350/ month per person. Solace starts at $150.
How Solace Primary Care Compares
Direct access to your physician
Extended visits with time to be heard
Transparent, predictable monthly pricing
Same-day or next-day availability
Clear guidance to help you understand your health
Consistent support from a doctor who knows your story
Others
Direct Primary Care
Direct Primary Care is a membership-based model in which patients pay a flat monthly fee directly to their physician. This fee covers primary care services such as appointments, messaging, and follow-up care, without billing insurance. By removing insurance involvement, DPC allows for longer visits, more consistent access, and a simplified care experience.
Traditional Primary Care
In a traditional primary care setting, care is typically delivered within an insurance-based system. Physicians submit claims to insurance providers for individual visits, procedures, and services. This model is the most widely used in the United States and typically involves insurance networks, copays, deductibles, and varying levels of access depending on coverage and provider availability.
Care Feels Different When Your Doctor Knows Your Story
Dr. Shehzein Khan is a board-certified family medicine physician who believes that excellent care starts with truly knowing the person in front of her. She brings a collaborative approach to every visit, while taking the time to listen carefully, explain medical decisions clearly, and understand each patient’s story in their context.
Her experience in high-acuity and diverse clinical settings and her journey into motherhood has shaped her passion for women’s health, postpartum care, and supporting families through every stage of life. Through Solace Primary Care, Dr. Khan offers thoughtful, relationship-centered care grounded in trust, continuity, and the reassurance that patients never have to navigate their health alone.
Our Focus Areas
Family Medicine
Board-certified care for individuals and families, grounded in continuity, trust, and experience.
Whole-Person Preventative Care
Evidence-based medicine that looks at your health, lifestyle, and goals as a complete picture.
Women’s Health
Thoughtful support for hormonal changes, postpartum recovery, and women’s unique health needs.
Long-Term Wellness
Steady guidance for chronic conditions and sustainable lifestyle improvements over time.
