Lauren R Sauter, MD

"Dr. Sauter has studied all over the world, beginning her studies at Pomona College in Claremont, CA with a Latin American Studies degree. She then attained her Master of Public Health with Global Health Focus from the University of Iowa in 2010. From there Dr. Sauter moved to the Phillippines to the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center for her Medical Doctorate in 2014. Most recently, she completed her Family Medicine Residency at the University of Wisconsin in Eau Claire, WI. She lives in the Eau Claire area and in her free time enjoys cooking, running, and traveling."

"Oakleaf Direct is not insurance, but it works alongside self-funded insurance. OakLeaf Direct is Direct Primary Care (DPC), an innovative and alternative payment model which improves access to high value primary care providers. The defining element of DPC models is the individual trusting relationship between a patient and their primary care provider. Claims are not submitted to insurance and no traditional fee for service reimbursement occurs. The removal of the "middleman" from the insurance process for primary care increases time available for patients, decreases out of pocket expenses, and decreases administrative burden and overhead.

OakLeaf Direct provides an opportunity for self-funded employers to improve overall employee wellness and to reduce administrative costs. Primary care services through OakLeaf Direct should meet many of your healthcare needs. If specialty or out of network care is necessary, your primary care provider will refer you to the best possible option. This encourages responsible, cost-conscious health care utilization."