California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

MAY 14, 2025

Medi-Cal Minimum Medical Loss Ratio – Increases the minimum medical loss ratio for managed care plans, commencing January 1, 2026. This means patients will no longer be automatically grandfathered in for medications that are not on—or are removed from—the Medi-Cal Rx Contract Drug List (CDL).

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

Primary care physicians take it upon themselves to get to know patients in person, which helps them attend to their needs. If you visit a primary care doctor, you should feel at ease discussing your care and health concerns because your overall well-being depends on it. Primary doctors are the first stop for medical care.

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Noreta Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

An Escape Fire for Healthcare I recently watched a film, called “ Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare, ” a 2012 documentary about how the priorities in the US healthcare system are focused on increasing revenue, instead of on goals that improve health, like preventive care. minutes long.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

However, the adage “prevention is better than cure” couldn’t be truer when it comes to our well-being. Regular health check-ups are a cornerstone of preventive healthcare, allowing us to catch potential health issues early and maintain a better quality of life.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Subscription vs. Traditional Primary Care: Which Saves You More? Subscription vs. Traditional Primary Care: Which Saves You More? When it comes to finding good, reasonably priced primary care, the health care dollar seems daunting. Here, you pay per visit, which typically includes a co-pay or deductible.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: American Indian/Alaskan Native (AI/AN) patients are disproportionately affected by deleterious health outcomes for many preventable disease when compared to their non-indigenous counterparts. It is paramount to understand the barriers faced by the AI/AN community to better serve their medical needs.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Concierge medicine is a healthcare model that offers patients personalized care, better access to their doctor, and a more proactive approach to managing their health. They're also called direct primary care (DPC) or personalized medical service providers. What is Concierge Medicine? "A

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The foundation of health is preventive care. According to Healthcare IT News, only 67% of people aged 25-35 have a primary care physician. If you're looking for a reliable primary care physician in your area, then please contact us today. We are here for your medical needs at Hitchcock Family Medicine.

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Vida Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

When it comes to your health, it is important that you have all the information you need to take the best care of yourself. The vast majority of doctors care deeply about their patients and make recommendations with their best interests in mind. What benefits should I expect to see with this treatment?

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Permanente Medicine

MAY 20, 2025

Khang Nguyen, MD, chief transformation officer of the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, discusses how AI can increase clinicians’ joy in medicine and improve patient outcomes with Chris Grant, chief operating offer and executive vice president of Kaiser Permanente, The Permanente Federation, and host of the Permanente Medicine Podcast.

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Vida Family Medicine

APRIL 4, 2023

Keep in mind that certain medications and substances (such as caffeine and nicotine) can influence hunger cues as well- be sure to discuss the impact of any medications you are taking with your doctor so you can understand and mitigate these side effects. So what can we do to improve our relationship with food?

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to postpone medical appointments until something feels wrong. However, at Mesa Family Physicians , we believe that preventive healthcare is the cornerstone of long-term wellness for our Mesa, Arizona community.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

A preventive care visit serves as one of the most valuable tools for maintaining your long-term health. Understanding Your Preventive Care Visit Your preventive care visit differs significantly from a standard office visit or sick appointment.

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Mesa Family Physician

MAY 8, 2025

Preventive care plays a crucial role in maintaining your long-term health and well-being. What Is Preventive Care? Preventive care refers to medical services that focus on early detection, routine screenings, and health counseling. The goal is to avoid disease, not just treat it.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care Internal medicine plays a central role in adult health, especially when it comes to prevention, diagnosis, and long-term care. And how does it support preventive care? Internist vs Family Doctor: What’s the Difference? What Is Internal Medicine?

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Dr. Michael Bazel

APRIL 29, 2025

When it comes to taking care of your health, proactive choices today can prevent serious problems tomorrow. The truth is, men are statistically more likely to delay medical visits, putting themselves at higher risk for conditions that could have been detected early and managed effectively.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Discover the Best Primary Care in Michigan As an experienced doctor who has worked with thousands of patients across Michigan, I can confidently say that finding the right primary care provider is one of the most important decisions you can make for your health. What is Primary Care? A family pediatrician.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

APRIL 25, 2024

There are also important types of preventive medical care that need to be done as well with your family care physician. who have a primary care provider have 19% lower odds of premature death than those who only see specialists for their care when needed. According to Forbes, adults in the U.S.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 11, 2025

Preventive Care: Your First Line of Defense Against Illness When it comes to your health, waiting until something goes wrong isn’t the best approach. Instead, adopting a preventive mindset can help reduce your risk of illness, improve long-term outcomes, and even limit the need for more serious interventions.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 11, 2023

According to Healthcare IT News, just 67% of millennials have a primary care physician. In fact, there are several ways that a family care physician can save your life. From treating personal injuries to helping prevent disease, your physician can do more things than you realize. Yet, it is an invaluable service.

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Vida Family Medicine

OCTOBER 10, 2021

However, it is possible to use these medications safely and they have many other benefits. While we can reduce our risk of breast cancer, we cannot always prevent it entirely. It is important to be familiar with your own breasts so that if there are any changes, you can seek care with your doctor right away.

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Whether you’re in Detroit , Corunna , Lansing , Royal Oak , or Van Buren , this clinic is offering comprehensive care that puts patient well-being first. Comprehensive Primary Care for Michigan Communities What sets this clinic apart is its comprehensive approach to primary care. What Makes This Medical Clinic Different?

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GeriPal

JULY 3, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary In this week’s episode, we dig into two deceptively simple questions: When does someone become a cancer survivor, and should palliative care be in the business of caring for them? She’s a palliative care doc and researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.

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GeriPal

JUNE 15, 2023

AlexSmithMD Links: Papers on AI and palliative care and concerns about bias: [link] [link] Comparison of machine learning vs traditional prognostic methods based on regression: [link] Other links on the issue of AI and racial or ethnic bias: Are Robots Racist? I’m sure this is a subject we will return to, given the rapid progress on AI.

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Vida Family Medicine

APRIL 27, 2023

Some are related to poor sleep habits, others are the result of medical conditions that require intervention. Certain medications such as stimulants, steroids, and others can also contribute to sleep onset insomnia. Medications and substance use commonly disrupts sleep architecture, as do certain health conditions as listed above.

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The Physicians Foundation

MAY 20, 2025

As part of these efforts, the Foundation announces its 2025 recipient of the DOH Fellowship Program to develop and implement a project that supports physicians in their understanding of DOH and how it can be integrated into medical practices. As the U.S.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Early detection is crucial to prevent serious complications. While its exact cause is unknown, age, family history, and lifestyle factors play a role. Prevention Strategies: Regular Screenings: Men over 50 should discuss prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests with their doctor. Preventive care can save lives.

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Vida Family Medicine

JANUARY 18, 2022

However- preventive care is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Preventive care is about preventing diseases before they start, or catching them early enough that they can be treated or cured. You can find more information about recommended vaccines on the CDC website.

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Physician's Weekly

JULY 1, 2025

So, in mid-March, he took his family to a primary care clinic at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Nguyen, who is a UTMB postdoctoral fellow in public health and infectious disease, said he asked clinic staff whether his family’s insurance would cover the checkups and immunizations.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

At Mesa Family Physicians, we firmly believe that preventing health problems before they arise is always preferable to treating them after they’ve developed. Primary Prevention: Preventing Disease Before It Occurs Primary preventive care focuses on avoiding the development of disease entirely.

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