Becker's Healthcare January 3, 2024
The Biden administration’s initiative to strengthen primary care in the U.S. has been met with both praise and criticism by health experts, The Washington Post reported Dec. 29.
HHS issued a report outlining efforts to address financial incentives hindering access to primary care Nov. 7. The report is largely based on 2021 recommendations from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, which emphasize the need to shift away from fee-for-service payment models.
HHS’ report details changes to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for 2023 and...