| Visit Length |
Extended, unrushed appointments (45–90+ minutes) |
Typically 10–20 minutes |
| Care Philosophy |
Root-cause exploration + whole-person lens |
Symptom-focused, diagnosis-driven |
| Access to Provider |
Direct access, continuity, relationship-based |
Often limited access between visits |
| Care Coordination |
Active care navigation & advocacy support |
Patient often coordinates care independently |
| Lifestyle Integration |
Personalized nutrition, stress, sleep & wellness strategy integration |
General lifestyle advice due to time constraints |
| Between Visit Support |
Ongoing guidance and accountability |
Usually limited to follow-up scheduling |
| Insurance Model |
Transparent cash-pay pricing |
Insurance-driven billing structure |
| Appointment Pace |
Calm, collaborative, educational |
Fast-paced, high patient volume |
| Preventive & Longevity Focus |
Strong emphasis on prevention & optimization |
Primarily illness-based care |
| Patient Experience |
High-touch, relationship-centered |
Transactional and time-limited |
