012 - Advocacy: Fighting at a Larger Scale

FREEDOM IS HERE: https://www.dreamdpc.com/ We are different human beings. Each with our own culture that leads us to practice medicine in a completely different way compared to our colleagues. Taking time to make a decision should not be seen as a deficiency. In this podcast I just wanted to recognize this difference and say it's ok to take more time with your patients.

  Create Your Freedom : www.dreamdpc.com In this episode, I discuss advocacy. An ability to change healthcare on a much grander scale.  Learn About: Engaging with legislators directly Partnering with professional organizations Educating and mobilizing the public Resources www.dpcfrontier.com www.senate.gov https://dpcalliance.org/ Ask Me Questions on TikTok, Instagram, or LinkedIn @dr.tom.rountree

Tools to Build Your Dream : www.dreamdpc.com Here is a quick episode on one of the few things that helps me reset my brain during the day. It's not more coffee and it's not meditation. It's exercise. Learning how to utilize exercise is key to helping you maintain alignment with your own principles and being able to keep your brain fresh and active throughout the day. Key Takeaways 1. Build an exercise regimen around the time you start to fade out. 2. Start out low and go slow until you find a good balance. 3. Try and alternate resistance training with cardiorespiratory fitness days. 4. Recognize that a lot of successful entrepreneurs build some type of fitness training into their daily calendar. 4. Be kind to yourself if you miss a day. Keep on building that dream!

FREE 30 - DAY TRIAL with KAJABI! (Affiliate Supporter of DreamDPC) In this episode, we discuss the essentials of starting up your direct primary care practice. Plus, we discuss many intangible aspects of your value as a DPC physician. Learn what essential clinic equipment, marketing pieces, financial elements, and software you need to run a bare-bones clinic. For questions, please contact me on TikTok, Instagram, and or LinkedIn @dr.tom.rountree.    

FREE KAJABI 30 DAY TRIAL (Affiliate Link)  In this episode we dive deep into a comparison of Kajabi and Wix, two popular website-building platforms. If you’re a Direct Primary Care (DPC) doctor or a knowledge entrepreneur looking for the best platform to host your website, courses, and marketing funnels, this episode will help you decide which is right for you. Get in Touch! - LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok  

My Awesome Webhost: Kajabi (Free 30 Day Trial) This episode of Dream DPC covers three key financial topics for direct primary care (DPC) practice owners: 401(k) plans, business deductions, and creating a charity to optimize finances and reduce tax liabilities. 1. Maximizing a 401(k) as a DPC Owner   • Unlike traditional employment, where the employer contributes to a 401(k), a DPC owner plays both roles—employee and employer—allowing for higher contributions.  • The IRS allows elective deferrals up to $23,000 in 2024 and $23,500 in 2025 (higher limits apply for those 50+ with additional catch-up contributions).  • Business owners can contribute up to 25% of compensation as employer contributions, bringing the total potential contribution to $69,000 in 2024.  • This strategy is beneficial once a DPC practice becomes financially stable, allowing the owner to catch up on retirement savings. 2. Common Tax Deductions for a DPC Practice   • Software & Subscriptions: EMR, QuickBooks, Zoom, Kajabi (website hosting), RingCentral (business phone)  • Phone & Internet: Both the device and the plan  • Travel & Mileage: Business-related driving  • Marketing & Advertising: Facebook ads, website maintenance  • AI Tools: AI-powered note-taking software  • Medical Supplies & Lab Fees: Payments to Quest Diagnostics, Amazon business purchases  • Insurance: Business insurance, malpractice insurance  • Education: Books, courses, and conferences  • Business Meals: Meeting-related expenses 3. Creating a Charity for Tax Benefits and Impact   • A charity (501(c)(3)) can be a powerful tool for reducing taxable income while supporting a cause.  • There are two main types:  • Private foundations: These are controlled by a family or small group and have less public scrutiny but more operating restrictions.  • Public charities: More transparent, often benefiting from more public donations.  • DPC owners can contribute up to 30% of their income to a charity, lowering their taxable income.  • The charity must distribute 5% of its assets annually to its mission (e.g., medical debt relief, healthcare access, jiu-jitsu promotion).  • Founders can pay themselves a salary from the charity, but IRS guidelines dictate reasonable compensation based on the organization’s size.  

Checkout my FREE 30-Day Trial of Kajabi HERE Kajabi handles it all: website Hosting, Podcast  Distribution, Email Campaigns, Online Mini Courses, Newsletters, Blogs, and even Lifestyle Coaching Sessions! Today we're talking bout calling in sick to your own DPC practice and how it compares to being employed and having to call in sick. No Surprise.. it's a lot better! Top 3 DPC Questions Answered: 30-Minute Webinar Dr. Tom Rountree is a Board Certified Family Medicine Doctor who owns Clear Health Medical in Clinton Township, MI.   

 FREE 30 Day Trial of Kajabi: LINK (Affiliate Offer)  Kajabi hosts my website and allows me to do everything including collect payments, sign up patients, send emails and newsletters, host courses, and create an amazing website for my clinic so I don't have to use a ton of different software.  Summary In this episode of the Dream DPC podcast, we discuss side income opportunities while you're starting up your clinic as well as one in particular to avoid. Dr. Tom Rountree is a DPC physician who owns and runs Clear Health Medical in Clinton Township, MI.  Website: www.clearhealthmedical.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Side Income for Physicians02:21 Disability Exams for Veterans04:43 Telehealth: A Flexible Option06:36 Subacute Care and Retirement Home Visits08:57 Locum Tenens: Balancing Flexibility and Income10:52 In-Home Exams for Medicare Patients14:17 Working at a Methadone Clinic16:14 Becoming a Hospice Director20:35 What to Avoid: Specialty Clinics

FREE 30 Day Trial with Kajabi an awesome website host : Kajabi (Affiliate Link) Kajabi allows me to do everything including: patient sign-ups, website design, podcasting, newsletters, blogs, emails, and courses. In this episode of the Dream DPC Podcast, we discuss the essential mindset needed for starting a direct primary care practice. Understanding the importance of setting realistic expectations, asking for help, and taking time off to maintain creativity and avoid burnout. Dr. Tom Rountree owns and practices at Clear Health Medical, a direct primary care clinic located in Clinton Township, MI. Chapters 00:00 Mindset for Starting Your Own Practice 06:05 The Importance of Asking for Help 08:59 Taking Time Off for Creativity 13:00 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

My Website: www.dreamdpc.com  FREE 30 Day Trial of Kajabi: LINK (Affiliate Offer)  Kajabi hosts my website and allows me to do everything including collect payments, sign up patients, send emails and newsletters, host courses, and create an amazing website for my clinic so I don't have to use a ton of different software.  "The Mom Test" by Robert Fitzpatrick: https://a.co/d/1UeGkmp  Dr. Tom Rountree runs Clear Health Medical, a DPC practice in Clinton Township, MI.