Independent Practice

For better or for worse, private practice as we know it is changing. 

Boynton Beach, Fla.-based Medical Specialists of the Palm Beaches has acquired Cohen Medical Associates, a primary care practice with two locations and five physicians in Delray Beach.

Catalyst Health Network has formed a long-term partnership with Agilon Health, a value-based care platform.

Here are three ways teamwork can lead to a stronger private practice, according to Cleveland Clinic West Regional Director for Primary Care Kevin Hopkins, MD, in conversation with the American Medical Association:

Here are four pieces of advice for young physicians beginning their career in private practice, per the American Medical Association:

The Association for Independent Medicine has launched to support independent, physician-owned medical practices and is backed by nearly 400 anesthesiologists.

A total of 49.1 percent of physicians practicing in 2022 delivered patient care in practices that were wholly owned by physicians, down from 60.1 percent in 2012, according to the American Medical Association.

Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Parkview Physicians Group has added Fairhaven Obstetrics and Gynecology in Goshen, Ind., to its network.

As healthcare increasingly consolidates, some healthcare leaders are worried about the effect on patient care. 

Family Practice Center has partnered with Agilon health, a healthcare platform helping physician groups transition to a total care model for senior patients.