Docs by the Bay

03/15/2026

Due to the severity of the winter storm expected in our area, our office will be closed on Monday, March 16 for the safety of our patients and staff. ❄️🌨️
We plan to reopen on Tuesday, March 17 with normal business hours.
If any of our patients need to get in contact with their provider during this time, we will still be available by phone.
Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe and warm! ☃️

03/09/2026

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What is Direct Primary Care (DPC)?
Are you tired of rushed appointments and impersonal care? Direct Primary Care offers a refreshing approach to healthcare—simple, affordable, and centered around you. At Docs by the Bay, we’re dedicated to bringing back the personalized doctor-patient relationship that’s often missing in today’s healthcare system. With our DPC model, you pay a low monthly membership fee for direct access to your physician, longer appointments, and no hidden costs. Say goodbye to insurance hassles and hello to a more meaningful, patient-focused experience.

Answer: a healthcare revolution. DPC gives you and your family direct access to a doctor you know and trust. It's better, more convenient, and less expensive...

01/27/2026

We are proud to support the Athletic Department at North Central Michigan College with our new banner, above the basketball court.

01/27/2026

More and more providers are making the switch to Direct Primary Care — and for good reason. 👏

At Docs by the Bay, we chose the DPC model so we can practice healthcare the way it should be.

Because our patient panels are about one third of the size of traditional practices, we are able to offer longer comprehensive visits, same-day and next-day appointments, and direct access to your provider when you need them.

This change allows us to spend less time taking care of insurance companies, and more time taking care of you!

Check out this NBC piece highlighting the growing popularity of DPC practices ⬇️

What was a niche aspect of medical care just a few years ago has exploded to thousands of practices across the country. In direct primary care, medical providers don’t take insurance. Instead, their patients pay a monthly subscription fee. In exchange they get easier access, longer appointments, a...

01/06/2026

We’re celebrating ONE year of Docs by the Bay! 🎉💙
We are so incredibly grateful to our community for trusting us with your care and for believing in a different way of doing healthcare. From day one, our goal has been to change the experience of primary care through the direct primary care model—more time, more access, and truly patient-centered care.

In just one year, we’ve grown our team and worked hard to remodel our space to make it more welcoming and comfortable for our patients. None of this would be possible without the support, trust, and encouragement from this amazing community. Thank you for being part of our journey—we can’t wait to keep growing together!

https://docsbythebaydpc.com/

01/01/2026

This January, we’re making it easier to get started with direct primary care. New members can join Docs by the Bay with the $100 sign-up fee waived.

Visit our website or give us a call to get started: https://docsbythebaydpc.com/

12/22/2025

As we head into Christmas and the New Year, please note our adjusted hours:

• 12/24 (Christmas Eve): Closing at noon
• 12/25 (Christmas Day): Closed
• 12/26: Closed
• 12/31 (New Year’s Eve): Open
• 1/1 (New Year’s Day): Closed

We wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful holiday season!

12/11/2025

Are your insurance premiums climbing every year… yet somehow your coverage feels worse?
If you’re tired of denials, delays, and endless red tape, you’re not alone — and you have options.

At Docs by the Bay Direct Primary Care, we offer an affordable membership model that gives you direct access to your primary care provider without relying on insurance for everyday needs.

👉 Why it works:
Because 80% of all healthcare interactions are with your primary care provider.
That means most of what you need can be handled directly through your DPC membership for as low as $900 per year.

✨ Unlimited visits
✨ Same/next-day availability
✨ Longer appointments
✨ Transparent pricing
✨ A provider who actually knows you

Then simply pair this with a high-deductible catastrophic insurance plan to protect you from unexpected hospitalizations, surgeries, or emergencies — often for far less than traditional insurance premiums.

If you’re ready for healthcare that’s simple, affordable, and personal, we’re here to help.

📞 231-881-9054
🌐 www.docsbythebaydpc.com

12/04/2025

11/27/2025

We will be back in Office December 1st. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.

11/20/2025

This season, consider giving them something truly meaningful:
✨ A Comprehensive Physical at Docs by the Bay Direct Primary ✨
Our experienced and compassionate internal medicine providers take their time, listen closely, and never dismiss patient concerns. We focus on understanding the whole person, so they finally get the attention and care they’ve been putting off for far too long.
This thorough evaluation includes:
🩺 A detailed, unhurried physical exam
🧪 Comprehensive laboratory testing
📈 Electrocardiogram (EKG)

Whether it's checking in on long-ignored symptoms, updating essential screenings, or simply getting a thorough, thoughtful health review — this is a gift that says:
❤️ “You matter too.”
🩺 “Your health deserves attention.”
🌊 “Let us take care of you for once.”
Give them peace of mind, clarity, and care from a team who truly shows up for their patients.
👉 Call us at 231-881-9054 to purchase a comprehensive physical for someone you love.
Because the people who care for everyone else deserve someone caring for them, too. 💙
https://docsbythebaydpc.com/

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Thank You to All the Veterans 🇺🇸
Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country.
Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect the freedoms we hold dear.

From all of us at Docs by the Bay — thank you for your service and commitment to our nation.