One of the most common questions we get at Diamond Physicians is related to finances: "I already have good health insurance - why would I pay MORE money to see a doctor?" The short answer is that good health INSURANCE does not necessarily translate to good health CARE. In a traditional insurance model, to schedule a primary care appointment, you: Find a provider "in network" - this can can change anytime with insurance policy changes or new government regulations Submit an insurance card to reception and pay a copay to be seen See the doctor - he or she has an average of 7 minutes or less with you - and data shows you are likely to be interrupted within 30 seconds Get your actual bill weeks later invoicing any labs, imaging, or other services provided that may NOT be covered by your insurance - charged to you at an astronomical markup Call to ask your physician a question - get a phone tree Repeat Dread going to the doctor Diamond Physicia