Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Continuity of care between a patient and their primary care practitioner (PCP) is a cornerstone of primary care (PC) and is associated with many positive health outcomes including decreased utilization of ER services and lower costs for some populations. This effect grows to 23% lower costs for patients 85 or older.

PCP 130

PCP PCP ER Utilities 130

Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 16, 2025

Here’s what to expect: A review of your personal and family medical history Discussion of current medications, allergies, and supplements Review of lifestyle habits such as diet, exercise, alcohol, and tobacco use A basic physical exam: blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc. Common searches include: How long does a primary care visit last?

Primary Care 100

Primary Care Appointment Telehealth PCP 100

Annals of Family Medicine

MARCH 24, 2025

This study assessed the preferences of family medicine patients for seeing their primary care physician (PCP) vs other team clinicians based on visit type and wait time. METHODS Our cross-sectional online survey asked patients about their primary care clinics, PCP, portal use, self-reported health, and demographics.

PCP 130

PCP PCP Chronic Condition Primary Care 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Continuity of care between a patient and their primary care practitioner (PCP) is a cornerstone of primary care (PC) and is associated with many positive health outcomes. Patients were attributed to the PCPs with whom they had the most visits in 2018. These patients had 54% of 2019 visits with their PCP.

PCP 130

PCP PCP Finance Nurse Practitioner 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Coordination of PCP follow-up was done for 13% of discharged patients and 22% had documentation of at least one step of the discharge planning process (e.g. Over half of discharge patients voluntarily revoked care (60%) and 49% of these patients reenrolled in hospice within 6 months. ordering meds).

Primary Care Physician 130

Primary Care Physician Utilities PCP PCP 130

Annals of Family Medicine

MAY 27, 2025

These data were used to identify PCP access by census tract measured using an enhanced 2-stage floating catchment method. We assessed associations between PCP access and these characteristics using spatial autoregressive models with lagged independent variables. of census tracts had adequate PCP access.

Primary Care 130

Primary Care PCP PCP Primary Care Physician 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Here, we examined the feasibility, reliability, and validity of the eFI-CGA by primary care providers (PCP). A PCP and a geriatrician assessed each patient independently at baseline and six months. PCP and geriatrician inter-rater agreements were tested using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). by PCP, r≥0.45

Primary Care 130

Primary Care Electronics PCP PCP 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Objective(s): This research identifies counties that have consistently low rates of primary care physician supply and high percentages of Black populations (Low PCP / High Black). Results: Of the 526 counties with consistently low PCP capacity, 147 were in the top quartile for Black populations.

Primary Care Physician 130

Primary Care Physician Primary Care PCP PCP 130

Annals of Family Medicine

JANUARY 27, 2025

million adopted people and their families in the United States. The majority of adoptees have limited family medical history (LFMH). Primary care physicians (PCPs) rarely receive training about adoptees including their mental health needs and increased suicide risk. PURPOSE Adoption has lifelong health implications for 7.8

Primary Care Physician 130

Primary Care Physician Primary Care Patients Mental Health 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: A patient’s relationship with their primary care physician (PCP) or advanced practice provider (APP) is instrumental in their healthcare journey. Dataset: EHR data include: PCP/APP characteristics (specialty, location), patient demographics (age, ethnicity, responsible provider), and encounter data (type, date, provider).

Relationship 130

Relationship PCP PCP Patients 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Background Researchers use card studies to obtain observational data about primary care provider (PCP) knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors on a variety of topics. A survey of PCP users showed equal satisfaction with paper or EHR-based cards. Card responses were easily managed in the REDCap database, not in the medical record.

PCP 130

PCP PCP Primary Care Management 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Primary care providers (PCP) formulate the questions to the specialist through the eConsult online system. LM helped extract latent information embedded in PCP’s reflections on dementia patients. Context Proactive detection of dementia cases facilitates research for potential interventions, informs the caregivers and prognosis.

PCP 130

PCP PCP Primary Care Provider 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Outcome Measures: Emergency department utilization, hospitalization, steroid prescriptions, and primary care provider (PCP) utilization. to 0.22, p=0.37), respectively, and PCP utilization increased from 25% to 33% ([95%]CI - 0.07 to 0.22, p=0.37), respectively, and PCP utilization increased from 25% to 33% ([95%]CI - 0.07

Primary Care 130

Primary Care Asthma Utilities Provider 130

University of Utah Family Medicine Residency

AUGUST 30, 2023

Many primary care providers (PCP) continue to be wary of prescribing stimulants due to concerns of misuse and cardiovascular risk. ADHD is a … More Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Current Treatment and Follow-up Recommendations

PCP 52

PCP PCP Primary Care Appointment 52

Canadian Family Physician

MAY 14, 2025

Objective To determine the major themes among clinical questions asked to addiction medicine specialists sent by primary care providers (PCPs) via the Champlain Building Access to Specialists through the eConsultation (BASE™) electronic consultation (eConsult) service and the PCP-perceived benefits of this service.

Primary Care 52

Primary Care Consulting Electronics Provider 52

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Setting or Dataset Primary care practices (PCPs) (N=21) that participated in the HOMER study in multiple US states. Population Studied PCP clinicians and staff. Results Thirty-eight clinicians and staff from 21 PCPs participated. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed and analyzed with ATLAS.ti

Primary Care 130

Primary Care Telehealth Medical PCP 130

Dr. Zaar

JUNE 1, 2025

Understand the Different Types of Diabetes Doctors Before searching for a diabetes doctor, it’s important to understand the types of medical professionals who treat Type 2 diabetes: Primary Care Physician (PCP): Often the first point of contact, they handle basic diabetes management.

Diabetes 52

Diabetes Board-Certified Management Internal Medicine 52

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context The primary care practitioners’ (PCP) perceptions of disease given patients’ conditions are reflected in their narrated questions to specialists while using eConsult, an online primary care service.

Consulting 130

Consulting Electronics Primary Care PCP 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

PHQ9 results were sent to the patient’s PCP, who could create a follow-up visit reminder, or take other action. The comparison regions were major metropolitan areas in the North East and West Coast. Intervention: Email and smartphone notifications to fill out a PHQ9 within an application that is linked to our EHR.

Electronics 130

Electronics Patients Mental Health Primary Care 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Intervention/Instrument: We collected basic eConsult service utilization data, including the specialty group consulted and specialist response time, as well as the PCP’s responses to a close-out survey to describe their experience with eConsult.

Primary Care 130

Primary Care Consulting Community PCP 130

PEMBlog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The family declined an enema in the ED, and she was discharged home on a miralax cleanout to follow up with her PCP. During that initial visit, her physical exam was notable for generalized abdominal tenderness. She had a normal urinalysis and the abdominal x-rays seen here. She was diagnosed with constipation.

PCP 69

PCP PCP Diagnosis Diagnose 69

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In Ontario, MD follow-up after ED discharge for chest pain is mostly provided by primary care physicians (PCPs) and sometimes cardiologists. Objective: We explored factors associated with PCP follow-up for patients discharged from Ontario EDs with non-life-threatening chest pain. Outcome Measures: Factors associated with PCP follow-up.

Primary Care 130

Primary Care PCP PCP Patients 130

Center for Family Medicine

JUNE 13, 2025

A primary care physician ( PCP ) can help identify potential health problems and risks, provide preventative measures, and recommend the right screenings or treatments. Keep an eye on your blood sugar Type 2 diabetes becomes more common with age, especially for men who are overweight or have a family history of the disease.

PCP 52

PCP PCP Diabetes Primary Care Physician 52

Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? Internist vs Family Doctor: What’s the Difference? A common comparison is between an internist and a family doctor (or general practitioner).

Internal Medicine 130

Internal Medicine GP Family Doctor Primary Care 130

Edge Family Medicine

APRIL 10, 2025

At Edge Family Medicine , we believe that one of the most powerful tools in healthcare isn’t technology — it’s trust. Why Primary Care Relationships Matter A trusted PCP gets to know you — not just your chart. At Edge Family Medicine , we prioritize relationship-based care that supports your wellness every step of the way.

Primary Care 130

Primary Care Relationship PCP PCP 130

Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Liaison sent a memo through the EHR to the PCP, noting eligibility status, prompted to complete SDM at the upcoming visit and provided order codes and instructions. Outcome Measures completion rates of outreach, eligibility assessment, SDM and LCS.

Education 130

Education Patients Primary Care PCP 130

Family Physicians of Greeley

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Get a regular annual physical with your PCP (Primary Care Physician), get moderate physical activity at least 4-5 days per week (30 minutes), eat a healthy diet, and know your risk factors. This diagnosis increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. What can you do?

Diabetes 40

Diabetes Diagnose Primary Care Physician Physicals 40

Family Physicians of Greeley

OCTOBER 2, 2023

You should know exactly how your breast tissue feels and if notice even the slightest change, you should see your PCP right away. When I hit the magic age of 40, I was informed by my PCP that I would need to get a mammogram done. We, here at Family Physicians of Greeley, care about the health of our patients and community.

PCP 40

PCP PCP Diagnose Family Physician 40

GeriPal

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Eric: Well, what are the odds that two family members focus on a similar topic and do research together? laughter] Alex: We love the family theme. Is there any feedback in any of these to the PCP? Get them back in the PCP office. When’s the last time you saw your PCP? Do you even have a PCP?”

Community 116

Community Transportation IT PCP 116

Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 11, 2025

Your primary care provider (PCP) is the one who helps you implement a preventive strategy and adjust it as your needs evolve. They’re trained to provide both general care and preventive health services , helping you manage everyday health while staying alert to changes that could signal early disease.

Illness 100

Illness Preventative Care Preventive Care Insurance 100

GeriPal

OCTOBER 17, 2024

A pill organizer, having family. And, you know, this is back and forth between the PCP and the cardiologist. If they’re frail, if they’re falling, if they have cognitive impairment, they’re at higher risk of adverse drug events. We’ve got to think through how to accommodate some of these limitations.

Primary Care 114

Primary Care Patient-Centered IT Patients 114

GeriPal

MARCH 2, 2023

So the patient gets gabapentin prescribed from their surgeon, they see their PCP, they have a list of medications, and they all get renewed, get represcribed. These are families who are in distress. Tasce: Lots of reasons. I think a lot of reasons that we all talk about in the deprescribing space.

Patient-Centered 96

Patient-Centered IT Healthcare Medical 96

GeriPal

AUGUST 15, 2024

And also, you know, do they know of anyone, friends, family, coworkers who’s been attacked, were assaulted as a part of these incidents? But if I were in the PCP setting or clinic, again, I would definitely use it. We also asked them about their indirect experiences, meaning, you know, how familiar are they with these incidents?

Mental Health 118

Mental Health Community IT Screening 118