Membership medicine, also known as concierge medicine or direct primary care (DPC), is a healthcare model where patients pay a monthly or annual fee directly to their healthcare provider. This fee covers most primary care services and often includes enhanced access to doctors, longer appointments, and a more personalized approach to healthcare. This model allows doctors to focus on patient care without the constraints and administrative burdens of traditional insurance-based practices. It aims to improve the doctor-patient relationship and provide more proactive, preventive care.