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Practice patterns of Ontario physicians working in 'boutique' medical clinics [Economic or policy analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

Provincial administrative claims data was obtained from the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). Results: Significant differences were seen in patient demographics, fees, and referral patterns amongst boutique clinic practices compared to Toronto Central LHIN and Ontario physicians.

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Hepatitis C Micro-elimination Using Patient Navigation In a Regional Healthcare System [Infectious diseases (not respiratory tract)]

Annals of Family Medicine

Intervention: Patient navigation program to specialist treatment from primary care with additional referral to behavioral health services. were on Medicaid insurance when diagnosed. A particular focus was those falling outside of the traditional birth cohort. Among new patients, 58.9% were female, 74.4% identified as Black, 79.5%

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Accessing Pediatric Endocrinology Online in Canada

Dr. Zaar

Shorter Wait Times: In-person referrals can come with frustratingly long waitlists. Here’s a quick rundown of the process: Referral: Most virtual platforms will ask for a referral from your family doctor or pediatrician. If you don’t have full coverage, private insurance might help with costs.

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Misconceptions of Employer Sponsored Direct Primary Care (DPC)

Plum Health

Misconception #1: DPC Adds Extra Costs to Existing Health Insurance The fact is, for employers operating self-funded programs, the DPC investment redirects claims costs. As employees change their healthcare usage behavior, both primary and specialty care claims decrease. If you have a great relationship with your PCP, keep it!

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Hormone virtual consultation for PCOS | Canadian women

Dr. Zaar

Instead of waiting for months for in-Persen referrals, women can now receive timely assessment and recommendations from the comfort of their homes. For others, private insurance may offer reimbursement or the services may be affordably priced for out-of-pocket payments.

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How to Choose the Best Hormone Doctor in Connecticut for Your Needs

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Confirm the Doctor Accepts Your Insurance Whether you have Medicare, Medicaid or health insurance through a job, confirming a hormone doctor accepts your coverage is a practical step. Some health insurance plans let you see almost any doctor, while others require or encourage you to get care from certain doctors.

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Action Needed to Close Racial Gaps in Autism Services

Physician's Weekly

In addition to providing referrals for diagnostic services, pediatricians can consider providing families with reputable local service options for families of children with developmental delays,” Dr. Straiton says.