A primary care practice in Manatee County, FL that accepts Medicare and works with PPO out-of-network benefits. An unhurried visit with a provider who listens — whether you're on Medicare or choosing our DPC membership.
Most Medicare patients are used to rushed 7-minute appointments, long waits, and front-desk gatekeeping. That's the system — not the provider's fault, but it's the reality.
Meadow is built differently. We're a Direct Primary Care practice, and while Medicare patients aren't part of our DPC membership, we're currently accepting a small number of Medicare patients into our panel. You're seen by Meriem, in the same practice, with the same focus on actually listening. We bill Medicare the way any practice would — normal copays and deductible rules apply.
We accept Medicare and bill your insurance directly. Standard Medicare rules apply — copays once your deductible is met, and labs and imaging go through Medicare. What's different is the practice: a small panel, unhurried visits, and a provider who has time for you. Currently accepting new Medicare patients.
We don't bill private insurance directly, but we provide a detailed superbill so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement. Many patients get significant reimbursement this way.
We'll walk you through your options — Medicare, PPO out-of-network, or DPC membership if you prefer. No paperwork maze. No 30-minute phone holds.
We keep our panel small across the board, so wait times are shorter than a typical primary care office. Same-day availability is common for DPC members; Medicare patients are scheduled based on availability.
Every visit gets more time than the 7-minute industry standard. DPC members get 30–60 minute visits. Medicare and PPO patients get longer visits than traditional practices, within Medicare coding guidelines.
DPC members get direct text access to their provider. Medicare and PPO patients reach us through our patient portal and phone line during office hours, with weekend telehealth available for DPC members.
"Truly the best of the best! Having a primary care provider who actually listens and makes me feel like a person, not just a number, makes all the difference. I couldn't ask for better care."
"There are not enough stars to express how great my experience went! Every time I call or have a question it is answered with grace and concern. Can't find that anywhere else."
"Meriem Richardson was great, she really listens and cares, so glad to have found her!"
Yes. We're currently accepting new Medicare patients into a limited panel. We bill Medicare directly the way any primary care practice would — standard Medicare rules apply, including copays once your deductible is met. Medicare patients are not part of our DPC membership, but you're seen by Meriem, in the same practice, with the same focus on unhurried care.
If your PPO plan includes out-of-network benefits, you may be eligible for reimbursement on your visits. You have two options: join our DPC membership ($59–$119/mo) or use our cash-pay pricing ($125 initial / $75 follow-up). Either way, we provide a superbill after each visit. We partner with Reimbursify to file your claim for free. Please note that reimbursement is not guaranteed and depends on your specific plan benefits.
We do not bill insurance for non-Medicare patients. Instead, we help you access labs and imaging at deeply discounted cash-pay rates through our negotiated partnerships. For medications, we help find the lowest cost options. Many patients find our discounted rates are comparable to or better than their insurance copays.
Traditional primary care providers manage panels of 2,500+ patients, resulting in 3-week waits and 7-minute visits. At Meadow, we keep our panel small across the board, which means shorter wait times and longer visits for every patient. Our DPC members get the most — 30–60 minute visits, direct text access, same-day appointments, and discounted labs and imaging. Medicare and PPO patients get a better experience than a typical practice, but the DPC membership benefits are reserved for members.
No referral is needed. Simply call or text us at (941) 340-1649 and we will verify your Medicare coverage and get you set up. We serve patients across Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Ellenton, Parrish, and all of Manatee County.
Standard primary care services billed through Medicare — wellness exams, chronic disease management, EKGs, injections, minor procedures, and telehealth within Florida. Labs and imaging are billed through Medicare as well (not at our DPC cash-pay rates). Your coverage follows your Medicare plan, including any copays or deductible that applies.
Direct text access to the provider is a benefit of our DPC membership. Medicare patients reach us through our patient portal and phone line during office hours — which is still far more responsive than most traditional practices. If you want the full text-access experience, you'd need to join our DPC membership (though Medicare patients cannot combine Medicare billing with DPC membership).
Medicare patients are one lane — you're either seen through Medicare billing or as a DPC member, not both. If you prefer the full DPC experience (unlimited visits, direct text access, 30–60 minute appointments, discounted labs) you can choose the DPC path, but you'd be paying out of pocket for primary care rather than using your Medicare benefits. Most Medicare patients choose the Medicare path. Call us to talk through what makes sense for you.