For more than three years, Sarah completed annual blood work through Exemplar Care as part of her employee benefits. This year, her results began to trend upward, and for the first time, they signaled a real reason to pause and pay attention. She felt stuck in a cycle that wasn’t supporting her health. Her endurance […]
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Building A Smarter Healthcare Strategy At Exemplar Care, we believe your health should be simple, predictable, and personalized. That’s why our Direct Primary Care (DPC) membership is designed to give you just that: affordable, accessible primary and urgent care without the hassle of copays, surprise bills, or rushed visits. But many people wonder: Do […]
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Starting in 2026, you’ll be able to use your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for a Direct Primary Care (DPC) membership and still contribute to your HSA at the same time. This is one of the biggest changes to HSAs in over a decade. It puts more control, more access, and more savings directly […]
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November 1 is National Direct Primary Care (DPC) Day, a time to celebrate a growing movement that’s transforming how people experience healthcare. At Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care, we’re proud to be part of that movement — one that puts people over paperwork and care over cost. What Is Direct Primary Care? Direct Primary Care is […]
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Most of us think about healthcare only when something goes wrong, such as a fever, an injury, or a sudden pain that won’t go away. But waiting until you’re sick can mean missed opportunities to catch health concerns early, when they’re easier and less costly to treat. That’s why preventive healthcare matters. At Hy-Vee Health […]
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Managing Healthcare Costs Without Sacrificing Employee Care As CFOs prepare for the next budget cycle, healthcare benefits continue to be one of the largest and most unpredictable expenses. The real challenge is balancing cost control with employee care. Too often, businesses are asked to choose between sustainable budgets and meaningful benefits. At Hy-Vee Health Exemplar […]
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Health care is changing, and so are the tools that help employees pay for it. One of the most significant updates comes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which has led to the most substantial expansion of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) in over a decade. At Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care, we believe employers deserve clarity, employees […]
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The answer is YES! Many people treat coffee as an affordable luxury, and the average cost of a retail cup of coffee in the U.S. jumped 21% in 2025 to an average of $4.80. Recent inflation and tariffs, combined with changes in weather conditions for coffee-growing areas, mean that even coffee made at home is […]
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While urgent care clinics, pharmacies, and emergency rooms provide quick fixes for specific issues like infections, broken bones, or vaccines, having a dedicated primary care physician (PCP) is crucial. Dr. Jon Van Der Veer, founder and CEO of Exemplar Care, explains that having a consistent doctor who knows your medical history leads to better, more […]
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At Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care, we believe that great care starts with access. That’s why we’re excited to share some big news: we’ve expanded to serve even more communities! Our model of direct primary care combined with convenient walk-in services has already changed the healthcare experience for thousands of individuals and families. And now, with […]
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