At Liberty, we focus on the physician-patient relationship which is the way family medicine was meant to be practiced. Because we use a membership model, there are no copays required to utilize the services we offer. With our membership based model, we have the freedom to care for our patients the way they deserve: with full control and personalized attention.
Liberty Family Medicine is a Direct Primary Care (DPC) clinic. Our goal is to return family medicine to its root values of excellent care and compassionate familiarity with every patient. Full service primary for all ages and genders, including well woman care and well child check-ups. Clinic membership offers access to many included services as well as multiple offerings at discounted prices.
Liberty Family Medicine is a Direct Primary Care (DPC) clinic. Our goal is to return family medicine to its root values of excellent care and compassionate familiarity with every patient. Full service primary for all ages and genders, including well woman care and well child check-ups. Clinic membership offers access to many included services as well as multiple offerings at discounted prices.
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Liberty Family Medicine was the first Direct Primary Care (DPC) clinic in Columbia, Missouri when we opened in July of 2016. Liberty is a true direct primary care practice meaning we do not accept insurance in exchange for the services that we offer, but rather have an agreement directly between the patient and the physician.
No more rushing through appointments with your doctor or feeling like you didn't get all of your questions answered. Appointments are scheduled longer because the focus is on you! Each visit is tailored to your individual medical needs and concerns, so some visits will be lengthy while others will be quick.
No. True direct primary care practices, like Liberty, do not accept insurance in exchange for the services that we offer, but rather have an agreement directly between the patient and the physician meaning your healthcare experience is unique and personalized without copays. That being said, we also care for many patients with insurance at the clinic because they love our convenient and accessible care.
Reviews (9)
Marilyn Thomas
Jan 01, 2022
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The staff at LFM saved my life. I had to stop working for health issues so of course losing my income and health insurance was quite a blow.
LFM picked up the pieces of my scattered ego and health. I have had wonderfully kind, compassionate and throrough care. I can get the multiple medications I need to maintain my health.
I am so grateful to all the staff. Every staff member is excellent in every way
If you feel lost in the current Health System go to LFM and allow them to put your pieces back together too.😊
LFM picked up the pieces of my scattered ego and health. I have had wonderfully kind, compassionate and throrough care. I can get the multiple medications I need to maintain my health.
I am so grateful to all the staff. Every staff member is excellent in every way
If you feel lost in the current Health System go to LFM and allow them to put your pieces back together too.😊
Pamela S.
Nov 15, 2021
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I've been going to Dr. Gruender for several years and I have been very pleased with her service! She is very easy to talk to and actually listens (and considers) what I have to say! Also, the communication from her and her staff is great. After every visit I have received more information on whatever issue we discussed. Her staff is also helpful and friendly!
Natasha Hammond
Nov 03, 2021
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Amazing and helpful staff, open lines of communication (calls, text, email any time about anything), and the best medication prices around.
Went to get my prescriptions filled at a different nearby pharmacy, and it was $120; asked Liberty Family Medicine to do it there instead, and they got it all for me for $5.05.
HIGHLY recommend them, absolute lifesavers!
Went to get my prescriptions filled at a different nearby pharmacy, and it was $120; asked Liberty Family Medicine to do it there instead, and they got it all for me for $5.05.
HIGHLY recommend them, absolute lifesavers!
Mark Scheiderer
Oct 30, 2021
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I have been a member of Liberty Family Medicine since its first year. I am very pleased with my decision to join.
When I was looking for a new doctor, I had a concern about paying their monthly fee when I would perhaps not need to see the doctor that month but perhaps only once or twice a year. But I would soon realize this is NOT the way to look at the numbers.
Motivation. At Liberty, you pay a flat fee, and they take care of your wellness needs but don’t always have to see you. I truly feel that they are caring for all my wellness needs. With a traditional fee-for-service doctor, you pay
When I was looking for a new doctor, I had a concern about paying their monthly fee when I would perhaps not need to see the doctor that month but perhaps only once or twice a year. But I would soon realize this is NOT the way to look at the numbers.
Motivation. At Liberty, you pay a flat fee, and they take care of your wellness needs but don’t always have to see you. I truly feel that they are caring for all my wellness needs. With a traditional fee-for-service doctor, you pay
Brittany Miller
Jul 19, 2021
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Dr. Gruender is hands down the best primary care physician I have every seen in my 17 years in Columbia. As an RN, I tend to be quite picky in how I prefer to receive care. Dr. Gruender's attention to detail and responsiveness is the best by far! My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Gruender for 3+ years now, and I am so glad we do! Dr. Gruender and the staff at Liberly Family Medicine are an asset to the Columbia medical community.
That Blondegirl
May 18, 2021
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Liberty Family Medicine is a wonderful office! Since my first appointment there, with Dr. Kelvas, I have felt well cared for and that my concerns were heard. Recently, I had an incident that needed attention quickly and they were able to get me in the same day and take care of the issue, and they took care in making sure I was comfortable and well taken care of in the process. They provide exceptional care and Dr. Kelvas is very knowledgeable and helpful!
Lydia Hambrick
Apr 14, 2021
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My husband and I have been patients at Liberty since 2018 and we love it! I can’t count the number of times we’ve been able to get same-day appointments, and Dr Gruender has been so accessible to us. We’ve never had medical care like this before, and we don’t want to go back to traditional clinics. We are so grateful for Dr Gruender and the rest of the liberty staff!
Amy Hemeyer
Mar 29, 2021
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Allison Lloyd
Feb 19, 2021
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Liberty Family Medicine has been the best doctors office I have ever been to. The staff is all amazing and Dr. Kelvas has been great! She cares about her patients and really tries to get to know you to better help with your medical needs. Being able to text or email my dr about things is also a great added feature; a lot more convenient than trying to find time in my schedule to go for an in person appointment. But even when I’ve had to make appointments it’s been simple and they always get me in quick. I am glad we switched to LFM.