UBCNews - Business - We're Opening in Zanesville | Affordable Primary Care for Ohio Families

Episode Date: March 26, 2026

So, we've got some really exciting news to share with folks in Zanesville, Ohio today. Have you ever felt like getting good healthcare shouldn't be this complicated? Well, there's something new happening that I think families in the area are gonna want to hear about. LivingWell Health Center City: Pataskala Address: 222 South Township Road Website: https://livingwellpc.com/

So we've got some really exciting news to share with folks in Zanesville, Ohio today. Have you ever felt like getting good health care shouldn't be this complicated? Well, there's something new happening that I think families in the area are going to want to hear about. Absolutely. There's a new direct primary care location opening right in Zanesville, and I think it's going to change the way a lot of families think about accessing health care. The address is 1427 Maple Ave, and it's already set up to take appointments. That's great.

And for anyone listening who might not be familiar, can you break down what direct primary care actually means? I know a lot of people hear membership-based and wonder if it's something totally new. Sure, so direct primary care, DPC for short, basically removes the traditional insurance hassles from the equation. Instead of dealing with co-pays, surprise bills, and all that confusion, you pay a simple monthly or annual. fee. In return, you get unlimited access to your provider through phone calls, emails, telehealth, or in-person visits whenever you need them. Mm-hmm, I see. And the pricing is really designed with families in mind. For kids up to 18, it's just $35 a month, though for infants or zero to 18 months, it's $100 a month if not paired with a parent. Adults between 19 and 60 pay $75 a

month, seniors 61 and up are at $100 a month, and there's a family plan, $200 a month for a family of four. If you have more kids, it's $30 each with a cap at $300 in total for the whole family. That's pretty straightforward. And I imagine for families juggling multiple kids doctor visits that predictability is huge, or as I like to say, no more surprise bills showing up like uninvited relatives at Thanksgiving. Ah, exactly. You know, I actually remember when my own kids were younger, trying to schedule appointments around sports physicals and sick visits, it was a nightmare with the usual system. This model takes away that stress because you can call your provider directly, no transfers, no waiting on hold forever. Right. And speaking of sports

physicals, what kind of services does this model cover? I mean, is it just basic checkups or does it go deeper? It goes much deeper. Members get preventive screenings, wellness visits, chronic disease management, acute illness care, mental health support, and even things like sports physicals and employee physicals. There are also low-cost labs with up to 90% savings on lab services plus affordable prescription management for members. Wow, 90% savings on labs. That's not something you hear every day. And I'd imagine the appointments themselves are different too? Oh, absolutely. Instead of the typical 10-minute rushed appointment, you can get up to an hour with your provider.

That means you can discuss whatever's on your mind without feeling like you need to book three separate visits for three different issues. You have the time to really talk through your health concerns. So you're getting actual FaceTime with your doctor. Time to genuinely discuss your health. That's the kind of care people have been asking for.

That point about unlimited access sets up our next piece, how the membership model works in practice. But first, a quick word from our sponsor. Thank you, Living Well Health Center is bringing direct primary care to Zanesville, Ohio. With transparent monthly fees and no surprise bills, you get unlimited access to your provider

for everything from preventive care to chronic disease management. Enjoy same-day or next-day appointments, low-cost labs, and affordable prescriptions, all in one place. Find out more at livingwellPC.com. Picking up on that unlimited access, how does that actually play out day-to-day

for a member. Great question. Each provider at the Zanesville location caps their patient panel at 600 patients. Compare that to traditional providers who often manage 3,000 or more patients. That smaller panel means more personalized attention and real relationship building. So to everyone listening in Zanesville, this is a chance to actually know your provider and have them know you. That's a pretty big shift from the usual conveyor belt experience. Exactly. And one of the providers there, Karen Posey, brings years of experience from working in cardiology in Zanesville since 2015. She's also got acute care experience from Genesis Health Care's ICU. She's really passionate about delivering holistic, family-focused care using this direct model.

So she's a local face, someone who already knows the community. That's got to help with trust. Absolutely. And trust is huge when you're talking about chronic conditions or mental health. issues that need ongoing, consistent care. With this model, you're building a partnership over time, not just showing up for a quick fix. Right. And I imagine for families dealing with things like diabetes management

or regular wellness visits for aging parents, having that continuity is invaluable. For sure, plus the telehealth and phone visit options mean you don't always have to come in. If you've got a question or need a quick consultation, you can reach your provider directly. No waiting days for a callback or working through a phone tree. Makes sense.

And another thing, services like vitamin therapy, weight loss management, and hormone therapy are also available. So if you're looking for something beyond the basics, it's all under one roof. That's a lot of ground covered. So we've established that Zanesville families now have a transparent, accessible option for primary care. Why do you think this model resonates so much right now? People are tired of surprise bills and feeling like just another number. They want to know their costs up front, they want time with their provider, and they want care that fits their lives.

This model delivers all three. In other words, folks want health care that puts them first, and that's exactly what this membership approach provides. Well said. For anyone in Zanesville wondering if this could work for their family, the booking platform is already live, and you can schedule new patient appointments right now. patient appointments right now. Here's a chance to experience health care that puts you first.

And honestly, if you've been frustrated with the usual system, long waits, high costs, rushed visits, this is worth looking into. It's a partnership, and that makes all the difference. Couldn't agree more. Thanks for walking us through this today. It's exciting to see more options opening up for families who just want good, straightforward care.