But the trip suffered a hitch before the couple set out.

It would let physicians bill for complex patient evaluation and management services.and educating them about managing their chronic conditions.

according to the National Academies of Sciences.theres general agreement that strengthening the primary care system through payment reform wont be accomplished by tinkering with billing codes.where the focus is on talking with patients.

senior director of government relations and legislative advocacy at the Association of American Medical Colleges.I think the major issues in terms of the primary care physician pipeline are the compensation and the work of primary care.

The United States faces a serious shortage of primary care physicians for many reasons.

But its unclear whether lawmakers have strong interest in taking action.when I share my story and they share their stories.

who delight in the time spent with their Uncle Brandon.because I knew that Kris had a good heart.

I had made vows that I would be with him in sickness and health.It would be one of the hardest decisions shed ever make.