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Dr. Michael Lovelace, MD

DPC Family Medicine physician, Louisville, KY

Derby City Direct Primary Care
5.0 (9 reviews)

Dr. Lovelace is the founder and owner of Derby City Direct Primary Care, which charges a monthly membership and accepts no insurance.

1800 Stevens Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205
At a glance
Practice model
Direct primary care with a monthly membership, no insurance accepted
Membership
$99 a month for ages 15 and up
Board certification
Family medicine

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About Dr. Lovelace

Dr. Lovelace earned his medical degree at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and an MBA from Arizona State University. He completed his Family Medicine training in Columbia, South Carolina. He founded and owns Derby City Direct Primary Care.

Before medicine he worked as a financial analyst for a Fortune 500 company and as a project manager for a non-profit institute, and he ran a family plant nursery with 45 employees. Appointments last 30 to 60 minutes, and members can reach him by text, email and phone. He is an independent physician, not affiliated with local hospitals.

Membership and fees

The initial visit at Derby City Direct Primary Care costs $129, and then the membership is $99 a month for members age 15 and up.

The membership includes primary care services, wellness exams, sports and school physicals, basic office procedures and treatment of acute illness or minor injuries, with no co-pays, booking fees or deductibles.

Labs, imaging and pathology fees are quoted before treatment, and new potential members get a free 15-minute meet-and-greet phone call.

Services

FAA medical exams DOT physical exams Botox and Xeomin DMV vision screening
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Education and credentials

Degree
MD, MBA
Medical school
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Graduate school
Arizona State University (MBA)
Residency
Family medicine, Columbia, South Carolina
Board certification
Family medicine
License
Kentucky
Board actions
Good standing (checked Nov 2026) None on record Verify with the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
NPI
1437679842

Hospital and practice affiliations

Founder and owner of Derby City Direct Primary Care

Location

1800 Stevens Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205
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Recognition and research

Awards

Selected for the inaugural class of the AAFP Foundation Family Medicine Leads Emerging Leader Institute in 2015, as a medical student

Media and books

Featured by DPC News when opening Derby City Direct Primary Care

Patient reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5

"Offers a gentle approach during every visit. Always ensures you feel comfortable and informed."

FMDD UserMay 2024
Rated 5 out of 5

It was easy to discuss even the sensitive health issues

"Dr. Lovelace made me feel comfortable discussing even the most sensitive health issues."

FMDD UserDec 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

I am seen right away and am never rushed out.

"What an amazing experience. I am 55 years old and am used to seeing a traditional doctor. When I call Dr. Lovelace, he can see me the same day or the next. I am seen right away and am never rushed out."

FMDD UserJun 2022
Rated 5 out of 5

He is the best!!!

"We follow Dr. Lovelace wherever he goes. He is the best!!!"

FMDD UserApr 2022
Rated 5 out of 5

nothing but positive things about her.

"He is now providing excellent care for my mother. I've heard nothing but positive things about him."

FMDD UserFeb 2022

Questions patients ask

Does Dr. Lovelace take insurance, or offer a membership?

Derby City Direct Primary Care does not accept insurance and charges a monthly membership. Members pay no co-pays, booking fees or deductibles.

How much does a membership at Derby City Direct Primary Care cost?

The initial visit costs $129, and then members age 15 and up pay $99 a month. Labs, imaging and pathology fees are quoted before treatment.

Is Dr. Lovelace board certified?

Dr. Lovelace is board certified in family medicine.

Where did Dr. Lovelace train?

He earned his medical degree at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his Family Medicine training in Columbia, South Carolina.

Does Dr. Lovelace offer telehealth?

Members have access to telehealth visits, texting and phone calls with the doctor.

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