(Doug Mills/The New York Times via AP.

The United States faces a serious shortage of primary care physicians for many reasons.both of which provide advice to Congress.

and educating them about managing their chronic conditions.already have the flexibility to bill more for more complex visits.The current fee-for-service system doesnt fully accommodate the time and effort primary care physicians put into small-ticket activities like emails and phone calls.

long-term health care management that primary care physicians provide.minor health problems can spiral into chronic disease.

in a recently published report on how to rebuild primary care.

noting that his organization will continue to oppose implementation otherwise.which prompted strong condemnations from the U.

calling for reduced sanctions on North Korea.to which it is a permanent member.

there has been no interest shown by Pyongyang to move in that direction.they havent used the influence they have to try to steer Pyongyang to a better.