Episode 6: How Physicians Can Move the Needle Toward Advanced Primary Care
In episode 6 of Primary First, Dr. Bullard and Catalyst VP of Payer Relations, Product and Performance Strategy Christopher Abbott, wrap up their three-part conversation in a discussion about what’s on the horizon in the commercial insurance space, and how physicians can move the needle toward Advanced Primary Care.
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Team-based model of care
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