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Old 04-24-2013, 02:15 PM   #6
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Originally Posted by The Dad Fisherman View Post
A lot of insurers require you to have a PCP.....
Correct. The latest thing is something called like "patient centered medical home" where the PCP has an ongoing relationship w/the patient and there is a team that has collective responsiblity for the care of that patient. The Dr. is sometimes paid in advance and there are bonus' for keeping the patient healthy. It promises to pay the Drs. more than what they currently get paid which is based on episodic care. Drs and patients seems happier but I heard if this is viable financially.
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