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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

At Mesa Family Physicians, we believe that preventing illness is always better than treating it. As your trusted healthcare providers in Mesa, Arizona, we’re committed to helping you understand and access the preventive services that can keep you and your family healthy for years to come.

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Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision Proposes Major Cuts to Healthcare and Undermines Medi-Cal Expansion Commitments

California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

Key Health Care Budget Proposals: Proposed Medi-Cal Cuts and Enrollment Changes Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, is typically funded through a partnership between the state and the federal government. State-only Medi-Cal has allowed California to expand access to health care for populations excluded by federal policy.

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Why Concierge, Concierge Doctor, and Concierge Medicine Are Revolutionizing Healthcare (And Why You Should Care)

Plum Health

Concierge, Concierge Doctor, Concierge Medicine: Understanding Personalized Care As a doctor with years of experience in the healthcare industry, I've witnessed the ever-changing landscape of medicine. Focus on Preventative Care Preventative care is at the heart of concierge medicine.

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Traditional vs. Subscription Primary Care Payment Model: Which Fits You?

Plum Health

Subscription-based primary care (also known as direct primary care or DPC) is a payment model where you pay a fixed monthly or annual fee to access a range of primary care services. This flat fee covers most basic care needs, so it can make budgeting easier and keep healthcare costs predictable.

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Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Vida Family Medicine

Unfortunately, there is also a history of paternalism and abuse in medicine, especially of individuals of color or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and this has created a lot of mistrust of medical professionals. If you are looking for a new primary care physician- visit our website to learn more about becoming a patient!

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

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. are all common concerns.

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Podcast: AI, innovation, and value-based care in medicine

Permanente Medicine

So they told me I saved a life.” So that’s a moment of pride, but that’s also a moment to think about what we have and what we can have for the future.