Making sense of Obamacare: A primary care physician's guide

Opinions vary widely on whether Obamacare will succeed, but there is little debate that Affordable Care Act will forever change the delivery of healthcare in the United States. Here's what it means for primary care physicians. » Full article

Remembering the Boston Marathon tragedy: A report from physicians who were there

The Boston Marathon bombings brought forth a spirit of teamwork and compassion among the many healthcare providers who volunteered to help treat the victims of that tragedy. » Full article

The direct primary care model is gaining traction. Is it right for you?

Direct primary care is a retainer-based model for primary care practices, but does not come with a standard set of rules like many other models. Instead, there is a common set of goals or characteristics, and DPC practices are making their own rules as they go. » Full article

What's delaying the primary care Medicaid payment boost?

Primary care physicians in a handful of states have already begun to receive higher Medicaid fees, but what's taking so long everywhere else? » Full article

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