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Direct Primary Care in Kalispell, Montana


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What is Direct Primary Care?

Apex Direct Care offers direct primary care in the Flathead Valley. Direct Primary Care is a healthcare service in which the patient and doctor are directly connected instead of being connected through a third party such as a hospital or doctor group. Patients get all of their primary care directly from the doctor for a monthly fee.  This video is a good overview but has outdated pricing.

How does it work?

  • You pay one affordable monthly fee to Apex Direct Care
  • We provide all of your primary care with no co-pays or extra costs*
  • If you have insurance, use it as normal for everything except the monthly membership fee


*A small materials fee for certain procedures and in-office tests may apply (like sutures, COVID testing, influenza testing)

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Personalized

More time + an experienced doctor who knows you and your history = personalized care that fits your needs. 


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Flexible

Same day/next day appointments plus after hours access means medical care when you need it.  Communicate in person, by email, video, phone, and messaging. 

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Transparent

Through a set monthly fee, Direct Care eliminates third party involvement, passing the savings on to you. There are no copays or hidden fees.

Relationship

The doctor-patient relationship is the foundation of family medicine.  Direct Care gives you the healthcare experience you deserve.

Dr. Berkram

Kelly Berkram, M.D. is a board certified Family Medicine doctor with ~20 years of experience.  She graduated from Helena High School, Montana State University in Bozeman, and then University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle.  She and her husband, Paul, moved to Indiana for residency where Kelly learned full spectrum family medicine in Muncie, Indiana. They also spent two months doing rotations in Kenya, Africa. After residency they returned to Montana and chose Kalispell as their home. Paul works as a hospitalist at Logan Health, and they are raising three busy children. In their spare time they enjoy many activities with extended family, time at the lake, and travel. 

Dr. Berkram's favorite part of family medicine is the connection she has with patients of all ages.  She is known as an empathetic listener who blends her medical knowledge with patient autonomy to help patients make decisions that are best for them.

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wellness exams

Extended visits allow time for focus on disease prevention, review of appropriate health screenings and immunizations, and discussion of ways to stay healthy...but without the stacks of paperwork.


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pediatrics

Well child checks, sports physicals, and acute visits are done in a relaxed environment by an expert. Answers to questions by phone and text may save unnecessary visits and reassure parents.

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chronic disease

Diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, mental health, and so much more. Longer visits give us time to focus on ways to get chronic diseases under control. 

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acute care

We offer same day and next day appointments for illness and injury, plus the ability to contact Dr. Berkram after hours.

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women's health

Breast exams, pelvic exams/PAP testing, birth control counseling and family planning, IUD and Nexplanon placement and removals can all be done in the office. 

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procedures

We offer EKGs, wart treatment, skin biopsy/lesion removal, simple joint injections, toenail removal, skin abscess drainage, ear wax removal, laceration repair (ie "stitches"), and more. 

*a small fee will apply for sutures to cover the cost of materials

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lab testing

Strep throat, urinalysis, pregnancy, glucose, influenza and COVID testing are done in the office. Blood draws can be performed in the office for send-out labs. 

*a small fee will apply for influenza and COVID testing in the office

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ear piercing

Blomdahl ear piercing system is exclusively used by medical professionals. It is 100% hypoallergenic. 


Price TBD, with a discount for members. 

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At Apex Direct Care you can expect the same primary care services you would get at most primary care offices, but in a manner that is more personalized and accessible than you're used to. 

services offered

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Membership fee

Membership fees give you access to all of our services with no hidden costs.

There is a one time enrollment fee of $100/adult with a cap of $200/family. 

Age 0-17

$30

Monthly*

Age 18-69

$80

Monthly

Age 70+

$120

Monthly

*Minor aged patient pricing is based upon having an adult membership in place.  If no adult is enrolled, first child is $80/month.

*Family pricing is capped at $250/month.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is direct primary care (DPC)?

    Direct primary care (DPC) is a healthcare model where patients pay a flat monthly fee directly to their primary care physician, bypassing traditional insurance. This arrangement allows for extended appointment times, easier access to doctors, and a more personalized care experience. DPC aims to improve the doctor-patient relationship by reducing administrative costs and barriers to access. 

  • Does Dr. Berkram take insurance?

    No. By removing this third party barrier, Dr Berkram will work directly for YOU and your health.  Insurance companies involving themselves in primary care adds red tape for both the doctor and patients.  

  • Should I still have health insurance if I have a DPC membership?

    Ideally, yes.  You can use your health insurance for imaging (x-rays, CT scans, etc), labs, medications, ER visits for life threatening emergencies, and if you are admitted to the hospital.  

  • How does DPC benefit someone who is generally healthy and rarely goes to the doctor?

    Your DPC doctor is already on your team before illness strikes, helping to prevent disease and treat early when possible.  Health problems can arise without warning.   With DPC your doctor is available promptly when problems arise.  She is also available to answer questions that come up randomly and can be answered without you having to make an appointment. 

  • What type of patient does Dr. Berkram treat?

    • Anyone who feels DPC is a good fit for them
    • Ages: birth to 100+.  Her oldest patient so far lived to 106!
    • All gender identities.  Apex Direct Care is a safe space to be yourself.  

  • What if I'm still not sure if DPC is right for me?

    Contact Dr Berkram for a free meet and greet and see if you are a good fit for each other.  **No medical advice will be given during this visit. **

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Dr. Kelly Berkram was my wife's doctor for several years.  My wife was a RN who suffered through many things including pancreatic cancer which claimed her life in 2020.  She said she would not see a doctor she did not believe in, so Dr Berkram was the last doctor she ever saw because she believed in her. 


Dr Berkram was very professional and thorough in her work at all levels.  She has a calming presence to her and combined with a work ethic that exceeds anything I have experienced from other doctors. Before my bride passed she talked me into seeing Dr Berkram for my first physical in 43 years.  I did not like doctors because I felt most were in it for other reasons. 


After my bride passed, I have continued to use Dr Berkram as my choice of doctors because I believe in her compassion, ethics, skill, and caring for her patients.  I will never have another doctor and I am so glad she chose this profession. 


She not only is a great doctor but a great person.  Nobody could care more for her patients than Dr. Berkram. We are blessed to have a doctor of her skill level here in the Flathead Valley.  I am grateful she is my doctor. 

doug h.

June 2024

Dr Kelly Berkram has always been there for my family and me.  My kids love going in to see her and always leave with a smile.  She makes us all feel like family and has the best bedside manner.  She has a true gift to take care of people.  I will always choose her for my family and me. 

megan s.

June 2024

Dr Kelly Berkram is the most wonderful person to be seen by and I look forward to my doctor visits because of her.  She listens, she cares, she smiles and she is easy to talk to and honest with me.

ANONYMOUS

February 2024

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