The Health Policy Exchange

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

MDPCP practices must implement "data-driven, risk-stratified care management," integrate behavioral health services, screen patients for social needs, convene a patient advisory council, and use health information technology for continuous quality improvement.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

A primary care physician is the first point of contact when people want to receive care. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 50% of doctor office appointments are made with primary doctors. With that said, check out some essential services primary care physicians offer.

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The Physicians Foundation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Developed by researchers at the Robert Graham Center for Policy Studies in Primary Care and co-funded by the Milbank Memorial Fund and The Physicians Foundation, The Health of US Primary Care: 2025 Scorecard report and its state data dashboard track key metrics of primary care performance, underscoring critical gaps at the national and state level.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The foundation of health is preventive care. Visiting a primary doctor can be an important way to stay healthy. According to Healthcare IT News, only 67% of people aged 25-35 have a primary care physician. There are several health screenings that you'll receive or that you can request at a regular doctor visit.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of vision screenings, especially during Glaucoma Awareness Month, and how they play a crucial role in preserving your eyesight. Regular vision screenings are essential to catch glaucoma early, allowing for timely intervention and the preservation of vision.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

MARCH 25, 2022

Preventive care is one of the most important aspects of maintaining good health. Seeking care from a primary care physician instead of a specialist can also be beneficial in terms of reducing your medical expenses. If your family has a history of cancer, you may be given more frequent screenings for the disease.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

JANUARY 15, 2025

The topic: "The Great Debate of the 21st Century: To PSA screen or not to screen." By the time I was re-invited in 2021, my academic interests had drifted away from prostate cancer screening, so I declined. You can read my full editorial on PSA screening in the January issue of American Family Physician.

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