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Family Physician

Become a leader of change and champion of well-being. Apply now to the second cohort of the Leading Physician Well-being Program. Applications close Nov. 17.

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Med Student & Resident

RESIDENT EXCLUSIVE! AAFP resident members are invited to join ophthalmologist, writer, and comedian, Will Flanary, MD, who moonlights as Dr. Glaucomflecken, Nov. 30th at 4:30 p.m. CT!

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Emergency and Urgent Care Livestream Dec 1-4: Learn the latest from experts on acute medical issues. Choose from half day sessions or complete the entire course. Earn up to 28 Prescribed credits.

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News

AAFP President Sterling Ransone, MD, testified to a Senate subcommittee that improved broadband access is essential for building on the success of telehealth and promoting health equity.

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Getting Paid

As a practicing family physician, you have important payment decisions to make. Discover information and resources to help you maximize your income. Review your Medicare options, get coding and billing tips, learn how to deal with private payers, and more.

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Managing Your Practice

You love caring for patients, but running a practice can be overwhelming. Get tools to lighten the load. Discover how technology can ease workflow, gain best practices to improve quality and ensure continuity of care, and beef up regulatory compliance, for starters.

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Managing Your Career

Whether you’ve been practicing for years or you’re just starting out, learn how to further your career without compromising well-being. Brush up on negotiating employment contracts, boost your job-hunting abilities, bolster your leadership skills, and more.

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Value-Based Delivery & Payment Models

When it comes to being paid based on the value of the care you provide, you have lots of choices. Compare and contrast different care models, including various CMS multi-payer options, accountable care organizations, and direct primary care, among others.

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