From Fee-for-Service Grind to $100k+ Months: How to Build a Profitable, Scalable Practice

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Hi, I'm CARMEN

I share a lot of financial wins from The Business Academy because I know some of you need to see what’s possible. If you think generating $100k per month in your practice isn’t realistic, this post is for you.

Here’s the reality:

The Numbers Don’t Lie

Let’s break it down. To generate $50k per month with three-month packages priced at $2,500 per patient, you only need 20 new patients a month. That’s roughly five new patients a week.

Sound overwhelming? It’s not.

With the right systems and strategies in place, consistently bringing in five patients a week is totally doable—especially when you’re offering long-term solutions that provide real value and real results. Patients aren’t just paying for a service; they’re investing in a transformation.

The Magic of Maintenance Programs

Here’s where the real magic happens: patient retention. After those initial three months, patients don’t disappear—they stay for maintenance programs.

By month four, you’re not just signing new patients; you’re retaining your current ones. With 60–80 patients in both active treatment and maintenance, you’re not scrambling for leads—you’re generating $100k per month without hustling harder.

This isn’t just numbers; it’s a system. Your practice becomes scalable, predictable, and steady.

Let’s Talk About Workload

If you’re seeing 10 patients a day, that’s 50 patients a week. Adding just five new patients weekly keeps your practice busy, but not overwhelming. This balance allows you to:

  • Provide high-quality care.
  • Maintain reasonable hours.
  • Hit six figures per month without burning out.

Fee-for-Service: The Nightmare You’re Ready to Leave Behind

Now, let’s compare this to the chaos of the fee-for-service model.

If you’re charging $300 a month per patient, you’d need 167 patients every month to generate $50k. That’s 42 patients a week just to break even.

Sound exhausting? It is.

With this model, you’re:

  • Constantly chasing new patients.
  • Dealing with unpredictable income.
  • Overloading your schedule to keep up.

Even at 10 patients a day, you’re working overtime just to stay afloat. Fee-for-service leaves you in the hamster wheel of hustle—tired, stressed, and struggling to grow.

The Package-Based Model: A Clear Difference

With a package-based model, you’re building something entirely different:

  • Predictable Income: You know what’s coming in every month.
  • Scalable Systems: Patients see better results with long-term care, and you’re not constantly hunting for new clients.
  • Better Patient Relationships: By offering maintenance programs, you create lasting connections, ensuring steady income and continuity of care.

No more hustling for one-off fees. You’re designing a thriving practice that works for you and your patients.

$100k Months with Balance and Better Care

This isn’t a fantasy—it’s a formula. With a package-based approach, you’re not just scaling your income; you’re:

  • Improving patient outcomes by focusing on long-term care.
  • Avoiding burnout with a manageable schedule.
  • Building stability in your practice, ensuring both you and your patients thrive.

Ready to Break Free from the Fee-for-Service Grind?

If you’re tired of chasing one-time payments and want to build a predictable, scalable, and sustainable private practice, The Business Academy is here to guide you.

Our proven frameworks and strategies are designed to help you attract clients, retain them for long-term care, and scale your practice to six figures per month—all while delivering exceptional outcomes.

Applications are open for a limited time. Apply today!

Thinking About Starting a Private Practice? Do It. But Do It Right.

If you’re still on the fence about starting a private practice, here’s my advice: Dooooo it.

But let me be honest—thinking a $500 slideshow course is going to teach you how to run a profitable, scalable business? That’s not it.

Building a successful practice takes more than clinical skills—it takes strategy, systems, and the right support. The Business Academy is here to provide exactly that.

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Carmen Stansberry

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