Direct Primary Care OB/GYN
While full obstetric care (labor and delivery) typically requires a hospital-based OB/GYN, the vast majority of routine gynecological care—annual exams, contraception, hormonal management, and reproductive health—can be handled by a DPC physician, often with better access and lower cost.
DPC practices offering OB/GYN services provide annual well-woman exams, Pap smears, breast exams, STI testing and treatment, contraception management (including IUD insertion at some practices), menstrual disorder evaluation, PCOS management, perimenopause and menopause care, and hormonal health. For patients who primarily need gynecological primary care rather than obstetrics, DPC can be a complete solution—with the added benefit of a physician who also knows their full medical history. Pregnancy care coordination (prenatal visits, referrals to maternal-fetal medicine, birth plan discussions) is handled by DPC physicians who specialize in this area, with delivery coordinated through a hospital-based OB partner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a DPC doctor deliver my baby?
A small number of DPC physicians have hospital privileges and provide full obstetric care including delivery. Most DPC practices focus on prenatal coordination and refer to a hospital-based OB/GYN for labor and delivery. Ask each practice specifically.
Does DPC cover IUD insertion and removal?
Some DPC practices perform IUD insertions and removals in-office, often at a significant cost savings compared to a specialist office visit. The device cost itself is separate but often sourced at wholesale pricing.
Can I use DPC for menopause and HRT management?
Yes. DPC primary care physicians with women's health expertise are well-suited to manage perimenopause and menopause, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT), symptom management, and long-term monitoring.