primary care
- n the medical care received on first contact with the medical system (before being referred elsewhere)
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- Health Plan Rorschach Test: Direct Primary Care
Despite its inclusion in Obamacare, Direct Primary Care (DPC, aka Concierge Medicine for the Masses), it's surprising how few health insurance executives know about DPC. DPC is a model of paying for primary care outside of insurance. The individual or organization paying for healthcare pays a monthly fee (like a gym membership) for all primary care needs. Generally, DPC providers say they can ...
July 6, 2013 - Forbes - Rural mental health specialists have heavy load
If there's any health-care shortage in rural areas that exceeds primary care, it's psychiatry. The Health Resources and Services Administration designates "health professional shortage areas" across the country in dentistry, primary care and mental health. In Minnesota, all but the counties surrounding the Twin Cities and Rochester are designated as shortage areas for mental health.
July 6, 2013 - Minnesota Public Radio - Mayo, Mankato Clinic prepared for primary care doc shortage
Affordable Care Act will put strain on primary care
July 5, 2013 - Mankato Free Press