Physician Practice – 12/22/2010

In a world of Medicare RAC audits, Red Flag rules, stagnant reimbursement, and the certainty of further Medicare/Medicaid cuts looming, physicians are looking for a way out of the current complex system into a new practice model-world where the doctor-patient relationship is at the core of healthcare again rather than the third-party payer. The future of the direct-pay practice model is bright. It may become the main source of care for patients who want quality, affordable, accessible, and transparent healthcare. –