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04.24.2012
Public should be educated about patient centered medical homes, expert says
The patient centered medical home model of care provides many potential benefits. Experts say that these systems often do a better job of coordinating all of a patient's health services and helping them manage chronic diseases.
04.12.2012
New study proves value of patient centered medical homes
Patient centered medical homes can significantly improve care quality while lowering costs, according to a new study conducted by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey.
03.09.2012
Patient centered medical homes improve quality, may lower costs, study finds
The patient centered medical home model has undergone a significant amount of development in recent years. A new study indicates that the improvements made in the model could mean good things for the future of care.
03.07.2012
Patient centered medical homes improve chronic disease care
Treating chronically ill patients multiple times for the same condition can have a negative effect on the bottom lines of healthcare providers. A relatively small percentage of patients end up accounting for a disproportionately large percentage of a physician's costs. Practices are increasingly … more
03.01.2012
Groups earn bonuses for operating as patient centered medical homes
The patient centered medical home has been proven to be an effective method for controlling healthcare costs and improving quality. A new program from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services may help more insurance companies adopt this payment model, making it more realistic for practices to … more
02.27.2012
Patient centered medical homes deliver effective preventative medicine
The U.S. currently spends far more on treating chronic diseases than on any other kind of illness. Therapies for conditions like diabetes, heart disease and cancer make up about 75 percent of the nation's medical spending. This is why health systems are starting to place such a high premium on … more
02.24.2012
Researchers to test effectiveness of remote patient monitoring
Remote patient monitoring is becoming a popular way for physicians to keep tabs on patients with complicated chronic health problems. Experts say it could become a powerful tool for improving quality and lowering costs.
02.22.2012
New initiative seeks to curb unnecessary healthcare spending
A lot has been said in recent years about getting patients involved in their own care. The idea is that this will make them more aware of how much certain procedures cost, which may encourage them to question the necessity of certain services. Eventually, this could contribute to lower healthcare … more
02.21.2012
Changing payment systems require doctors to look to new care models
In order to keep up with changes in the healthcare system, providers are going to have to adopt principles associated with the patient centered medical home, experts say. The model of paying physicians per episode of care is falling by the wayside and doctors will have to adjust to the new paradigm.
01.16.2012
Patient centered medical homes best model for treating complex patients
The patient centered medical home may be among the best models of care for dealing with the treatment needs of complex patients, according to a new review published in the Annals of Family Medicine.
