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Towards a Fundamental Unit of Continuity of Care [Health care services, delivery, and financing]

Annals of Family Medicine

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.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

How is it different from general practice? In fact, many internists serve as primary care providers (PCPs) for adults. So if you’re wondering can an internist be a PCP , the answer is a clear yes. And how does it support preventive care? What Age Range Does Internal Medicine Cover?