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Mental Health in Michigan: A Direct Primary Care Approach

Plum Health

I've seen firsthand the challenges people face when it comes to accessing quality mental health care. That's why I'm excited to talk about how direct primary care can offer a solution. The Mental Health Landscape in Michigan Michigan, like many states, has a significant burden of mental health issues.

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New Report: U.S. Primary Care System Crumbling Amid Historic Disinvestment and Surge in Chronic Diseases

The Physicians Foundation

Systemic Undervaluation: Disinvestment and fee-for-service payments are hindering physicians’ ability to meet growing patient needs In 2022, primary care accounted for less than 5% of total U.S. health spending, with spending on Medicare falling to 3.4% and Medicaid to 4.3%. State Highlights: Oregon leads the nation, allocating 7.1%

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How Locum Tenens Fits Into Modern Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Barton Associates

In fact, hospitals, clinics, and other facilities are already reeling from a shortage of providers and it’s hurting patients— according to the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) , tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortages of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals.

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5 Baby Safety Tips from a Family Physician and Mom

Vida Family Medicine

If you have intrusive thoughts of harming yourself, your baby, or someone else, seek care immediately at your nearest emergency room or mental health crisis center. The most important thing you can do as a parent to take care of your child is to make sure you are taking care of yourself first.

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August Back to School Month

Family Physicians of Greeley

In fact, Drs J Matthew and Cara Brown are board certified in adolescent medicine as well as family medicine and look forward to providing comprehensive care for your teens. Our offices are open and ready to safely provide well-care, sick-care, mental health screenings, immunizations, physicals, and more.

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Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model: A Podcast with Malaz Boustani and Diane Ty

GeriPal

So if you think about dementia, it’s on the intersection of aging stigma and mental health stigma. So social determinant of health and your geographic location will adjust the payment positively for your case. But the other problem, which I think the driving force for even lack of demand, is there’s a huge stigma.

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What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

Examples of tertiary preventive health care include: Diabetes management programs Cardiac rehabilitation after heart attack Physical therapy after injury or surgery Chronic pain management strategies Support groups for chronic conditions Medication management for ongoing conditions Treatment plans for mental health disorders Lifestyle modifications (..)