Choosing the right primary care doctor is one of the best decisions you can make for your health. After all, your primary care doctor is the one person to whom you will be entrusting your health, so why choose the first one that you come across? While you want a primary care provider who is an expert in family medicine or internal medicine, other characteristics are equally important, such as good bedside manner and a commitment to bettering your health. It is often the case that patients ... [Read More]
Primary Care
Why Physicians Choose Advanced Medical Care
A patient-centered medical home is a model of healthcare delivery that puts patients at the center of their own care. In this model, patients work with their primary care provider to manage all aspects of their health, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and coordination with specialists and other providers. This approach has been shown to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction while also reducing costs. More and more physicians are taking this route, providing advanced ... [Read More]
What to Expect in a Primary Care Facility
A primary care facility is a place with a large network of primary care doctors so that you can find the primary care provider that fits your precise health needs. It is your go-to place for all your non-emergency everyday needs. Typically, a primary care facility has a team of medical professionals who practice primary care, such as primary care physicians, family physicians, internists, etc. These medical professionals receive advanced training in fulfilling all your primary care ... [Read More]
Can Primary Care Help Lower Healthcare Costs
Increasing healthcare costs is a leading concern in the United States, as about 44 million Americans have no health insurance, and 38 million Americans have inadequate insurance. To reduce healthcare costs, recently, there has been tremendous focus on the idea and thought of using and expanding primary care. Studies have also shown that people with trusted relationships with their primary care providers spend less on their healthcare. Let’s talk about how primary care can lower your ... [Read More]
Understanding Primary Care
Primary care is important because it’s your first line of treatment when you are sick, it helps you get advanced healthcare when you need it, and it can help prevent illness before it begins. Unfortunately, an increasing percentage of Americans do not have a primary care provider. The biggest reason why so many Americans don’t have a primary care provider is a simple lack of understanding about why primary care is important. Let’s talk about primary care, why you need it, and what a ... [Read More]
