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Forecasting and adapting to the family medicine workforce shortage

The Health Policy Exchange

But how has the specialty of family medicine fared, and what else can be done to extend capacity of the existing primary care workforce? Image courtesy of the American Academy of Family Physicians Modest gains in the numbers of U.S. As our discussion pointed out, though, these proposals have serious disadvantages.

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2025 MN Legislative Session Ends

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

During negotiations, leadership compromised by centering the increase on mental health and did not raise reimbursement rates for outpatient primary care. Audio-Only Telehealth : Passed Another priority that passed this session was the extension of audio-only telehealth coverage. Exceptions and provider protections are included.

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Hearings and Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

Last week, the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) was actively engaged in multiple discussions on health care policy, including Medical Assistance rate reimbursement, coverage for the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model and broader reforms to patient-centered care.