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What if your doctor actually had time to know you?In this episode of the FreedomDoc Health Podcast, Christopher Habig sits down with Dr. Susan Jacob to explore how direct primary care is changing the patient experience. From longer first appointments to meet and greet “interviews,” Dr. Jacob explains how this model creates a more personal, accessible approach to care where patients feel heard, understood, and confident in their decisions.The conversation also highlights how time and direct access lead to better outcomes, helping physicians catch issues earlier, manage care more thoroughly, and build lasting relationships that improve health over time. Dr. Jacob shares what to look for in a primary care physician and why having a trusted doctor before you need one can make all the difference.More on Christopher Habig & FreedomDoc HealthMore on Dr. Susan Jacob & FreedomDoc Health (Zionsville, IN)More on Freedom HealthworksFollow FreedomDoc Health: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIN & TikTok

Why can the same prescription cost $10 at one pharmacy and $80 at another, sometimes even more with insurance?In this episode of the FreedomDoc Health podcast, Christopher Habig explains why prescription drug pricing in the United States can feel so confusing. He breaks down the role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), insurance contracts, and hidden rebate structures that often drive prices higher for patients.Christopher also introduces FreedomDoc Pharmacy, a new approach designed to simplify prescription access. By removing insurance billing and middlemen, medications can often be sourced at transparent wholesale pricing and delivered directly to patients.If you’ve ever been surprised by the cost of a medication at the pharmacy counter, this episode explains why prices vary so widely and how a simpler model like FreedomDoc Pharmacy may help you save money and avoid unnecessary frustration.More on Christopher Habig & FreedomDoc HealthMore on FreedomDoc PharmacyFollow FreedomDoc Health: Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIN

Most families assume expensive health insurance is the only way to protect themselves from major medical bills. But what if that is not true? In this episode of the FreedomDoc Health Podcast, Christopher Habig talks with Tim Hirsch, COO of ShareWELL Partners, about why more people are walking away from traditional insurance and turning to health sharing instead. They break down how health shares work, why monthly costs are often significantly lower, and how combining a health share with Direct Primary Care can create real protection without inflated premiums. You'll also hear how pre-existing conditions are handled and what actually happens when a member faces surgery or an unexpected health event. If you're tired of overpaying for health insurance and want to understand your options, this conversation is a must-listen.More on Christopher Habig & FreedomDoc HealthMore on ShareWELLFollow FreedomDoc Health: Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIN

In the debut episode of the FreedomDoc Health Podcast, host Christopher Habig, CEO of FreedomDoc Health, breaks down what Direct Primary Care really is and why it offers a better experience for patients who feel frustrated with the traditional healthcare system. Joined by Amanda Compton of Freedom Healthworks, a longtime Direct Primary Care patient and advocate, the conversation explores how this membership-based model provides transparent pricing, direct access to your doctor, and care built around real relationships rather than rushed visits, insurance paperwork and surprise bills. Drawing from both professional and personal experience, Christopher and Amanda explain how Direct Primary Care can lead to better outcomes, greater peace of mind, and a more human approach to healthcare for individuals and families alike.More on Christopher Habig & FreedomDoc HealthMore on Freedom HealthworksFollow FreedomDoc Health: Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIN