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This chapter provides readers with an introduction of the evolution of primary care from physician-centric to team-based care, in line with the aspirations of the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model. Large healthcare systems such as the Department of Defense have led the way in demonstrating the value of PCBH implementation as a part of this larger development. Community health centers are now required to integrate behavioral health providers into PC to receive federal funds for expansion. All of these factors are helping primary care better address the needs of an increasing large number of people seeking care as the result of healthcare reform.
While providing details about these developments, this chapter also describes the mission and function of PC and its fundamental role in the healthcare system. It also provides a glossary of terms used in today’s conversations about healthcare innovation and laws related to the delivery of healthcare services. This chapter concludes with descriptions of the specific roles and practice habits of the BHC’s teammates in the new PCMH.
“In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.”
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Robinson, P.J., Reiter, J.T. (2016). A Primer on Primary Care. In: Behavioral Consultation and Primary Care. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-13954-8_2
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