Frequently Asked Questions

Salida Clinic is a primary care practice which follows the Direct Primary Care model through a monthly membership.

Direct primary care also known as DPC is another way of providing members access to primary care services.  DPC works outside of insurance which allows members to pay a monthly fee which opens access to a multitude of medical and non-medical services.  

Salida Clinic does not accept or bill any form of insurance (private, Medicaid, Medicare, or Child Health Plan Plus [CHP+]).

No, a membership to Salida Clinic is not an insurance plan.  It is a membership that allows you greater access to your healthcare provider.  

Yes, everyone should keep health insurance for those times when you may have x-rays, procedures, specialist referrals, or hospital services.

No, the fees are charged to your credit card monthly. You are obligated only for that month. You can discontinue services at any time without obligation. 

Select the “Contact Us" tab at the top of this page. The system will walk you through the registration process - it takes about 10 minutes.  

Membership rates are age based and located under the "Memberships" tab.   We pride ourselves on transparency of cost.