People from all over the world seek specialized medical treatment in Seattle. But for people who call the Emerald City home, getting primary and preventive care to stay healthy can be challenging. From getting an appointment when you need it to long waits for brief consultations with doctors, traditional health care models can be a headache. Disrupting this model, One Medical provides primary care that soothes the pain points experienced by patients trying to get care.

With eight locations in the Seattle metro, One Medical is a membership-based passport to hassle-free, patient-focused primary care. Primary care is the first place you go when you’re sick, but at One Medical, you can also get ongoing support for women’s health, men’s health, chronic illnesses, mental health concerns and more. Some of the One Medical clinicians in the Seattle area also have expertise in dermatology and transgender care.

“We consistently hear from patients that the top reason they like being a patient at One Medical and working with our clinicians is feeling cared for and listened to in an inclusive and individualized way,” said Teresa McGrath, a nurse practitioner at  One Medical’s Pike Place office. “This human connection is so important to the work we do, we’ve intentionally built it into our clinical practice and even the design of our physical office spaces.”

McGrath emphasized that building relationships and fostering inclusiveness are core values of One Medical, regardless of whether patients visit one of the Seattle facilities or one of their locations in 19 other major cities across the nation.

One Medical addresses patients’ top frustrations with typical primary care:

• Appointments when you need one, not in a few days or weeks after you call. Getting sick is never convenient, but One Medical makes getting care as accessible as possible. Members can conveniently get same-day/next-day appointments in person or video consultations. Members can also use the One Medical app for 24/7 virtual care messaging and video at no extra cost, including weekends and holidays. All One Medical offices are committed to appointments that start on time. When traveling, members can find One Medical offices in many larger metros around the U.S.
• Care in your community; skip the toll roads. One Medical currently has locations in Bellevue-Lincoln Square, Capitol Hill, downtown Seattle, Fremont, Pike Place, South Lake Union, Totem Lake and a family practice location in Ballard. If traffic or timeout of your busy life is a challenge, telehealth care is a convenient alternative.
• Time with your doctor to talk about your health concerns and goals for well-being. One Medical allots more time for real conversation between doctors and patients. McGrath said this approach attracts top primary care doctors to work at One Medical, who appreciate the opportunity to understand patients’ medical history, social circumstances and other factors affecting their health. One Medical has health system relationships in Seattle, which gives members easy access to world-class specialists. Of course, patients can also choose to see a specialist of their choice.
• Reduce anxiety and discomfort with offices designed to be human-centered. Hard seats and claustrophobic exam rooms are part of the unpleasant experience in many traditional clinics. One Medical offices are designed for humans, not widgets. You’ll find clean, calm and comfortable spaces with on-site labs.

The One Medical experience stands apart due to its distinctive model. There is an annual membership fee of $199 per person, typically paid out of pocket, offering priority access to care. Clinic and telehealth visits are billed to your insurance (including Medicare) just like at a typical doctor’s office. 

Connect to care 24/7 at no extra cost through messaging with the virtual health team. Because the mission of accessible quality care is so important to One Medical, some patients may qualify for financial assistance to meet the membership fee or other services. Care expertise includes prevention, common health issues, chronic conditions, mental health concerns, reproductive and sexual health, urgent injuries and illnesses as well as LGBTQIA+ services.

“Our members typically have fewer urgent care and emergency room visits,” McGrath said. “With our team-based care model, members can get 24/7 virtual support. Being able to get clinical recommendations in real time helps with decision-making for treatment needs.”

Learn more about One Medical at www.onemedical.com.

Get started with a 30-day free trial membership at onemedical.com/care/seattle.