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LFP Physicians and Locums: It’s time to re-enrol!
…planning and management related to workplace injuries) Services funded by ICBC related to motor vehicle accidents Reminder: You cannot bill fee-for-service or FPSC-created codes for services that are included in the LFP Payment Model. Full details on how to submit 14070 are contained in the Simplified Fee Guide, including the correct PHN and ICD-9.(It’s a different PHN and “patient” info than the LFP codes.) LFP Locums: Steps to re-enrol There are…
A doctor’s dilemma
…value of family medicine will be recognized before we’ve been bled completely dry. So, for now, I stay. Read the full article written by Dr Kristi Herrling on Maclean’s. Photos by Grant Harder, as featured on the same article. News articles do not necessarily represent the views of BC Family Doctors. We share news written by or about family physicians to keep our members up to date on topics impacting our professional lives….
Who doesn’t have a family doctor?
…lists. Without it, patients are lost and left alone to navigate a complex system. Read the full article by Dr Thuy-Nga (Tia) Pham, Tara Kiran featured on Healthy Debate Infographic by OurCare.ca as featured on the same article. News articles do not necessarily represent the views of BC Family Doctors. We share news written by or about family physicians to keep our members up to date on topics impacting our professional lives….
Virtual care must be integrated into public system, not driven by profit
…sting relationship within a family doctor, nurse practitioner or team. Read the full article by Lindsay Hedden, Michael Green, and Tara Kiran featured on Healthy Debate Infographic by OurCare.ca as featured on the same article. News articles do not necessarily represent the views of BC Family Doctors. We share news written by or about family physicians to keep our members up to date on topics impacting our professional lives….
Give me a primary-care provider who understands me
…e and helps them meet their health goals. Let’s design care around those priorities. Read the full article by Maggie Keresteci and Tara Kiran featured on Healthy Debate Infographic by OurCare.ca as featured on the same article. News articles do not necessarily represent the views of BC Family Doctors. We share news written by or about family physicians to keep our members up to date on topics impacting our professional lives….
Rethinking family medicine: A better system for doctors and patients
…urgent need for change in family medicine across Canada. With an estimated shortage of 23,000 family doctors, patients are struggling to access primary care. Increasing the number of doctors is important, but systemic changes—such as team-based care, administrative relief and policy improvements—are also needed. A team-based approach One of the key takeaways from the article is the need for collaborative health-care teams. Family doctors simply ca…
BC doctors call for an end to sick notes
…k notes. BC Family Doctors has been advocating to eliminate sick notes for short-term illnesses. We’ve highlighted how this simple change could free up more time for patient care and reduce strain on the healthcare system. We are encouraged by Premier Eby’s commitment to reducing sick notes during in the recent election. We recommend that the BC government move forward quickly with legislation to restrict employers and educational institutions fro…
Reduction of insurance-related paperwork and forms
…dardized disability claim forms This work has resulted in new standardized short-term and long-term disability claim forms that will be used by all major Canadian insurance companies. Physicians in Nova Scotia say that they are faster to complete ~60% of the time. New Long-term Disability Claim form New Short-term Disability Claim form No referrals required for paramedical services They have also eliminated the need for physician referrals for par…
Renew your membership
…xplored conversations based on themes from our member survey. Developed our 2025 Physician Master Agreement priorities that focus on bringing about change to bolster the future of family medicine and the healthcare system. Co-led negotiations with Doctors of BC and the Ministry of Health to launch the Longitudinal Family Physician (LFP) Payment Model expansion to facilities-based care. Created new billing tools and resources to help members transi…
Make an impact: join our board and committees!
…ll. You must reside in the district to be eligible. Terms are from February 2025 to June 2026. Positions open: • District 5 – Burnaby • District 9 – Skeena To learn more about the position and apply click here. Economics Committee (Fee-for-Service) The work of the committee is focused on the Fee-for-Service Payment Model. There will also be opportunities for involvement in creating and reviewing billing education resources. Positions open: Two mem…
Join our Board! Be a District Delegate
…nce, consider submitting your nomination or reach out to us for a conversation. We need a diversity of experience and voices. We’re committed to your leadership development. Send your completed forms to: hello@bcfamilydocs.ca. Submission Deadline: Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 11:59 pm. For More Information Contact our Executive Director and Chief Electoral Officer, Alexa Pitoulis at alexa.pitoulis@bcfamilydocs.ca SAVE THE DATE: Annual General Meetin…
LFP Payment Model: Billing for Respiratory Immunizations in 2024-25
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Fee-for-Service: Reminder to submit 14070, 14071, 14072
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FPSC Inpatient and Maternity Network Payments
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Business Cost Premium Expansion
…ment Program (APP). Claims submitted with a date of service before April 1, 2025 will be automatically processed according to the original BCP payment rules. Claims submitted with a date of service on or after April 1, 2025 will be automatically processed according to the expanded BCP rules. For more information about the BCP changes, please review the information on the Doctors of BC website, including eligibility requirements, Facility Numbers,…
Maryam Zeineddin: Change Maker and Woman of the Year!
…y Doctors, its staff, team, and all our members,” Maryam says. A well-deserved shout out to you, Maryam! Read more about Maryam’s Change Maker award and check out all of the 2025 winners. Pictured above: Maryam and her family at the 2025 BCBusiness Women of the Year award ceremony on June 10….
Summary of Changes to Long-term Care Billing in Fee-for-Service
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Help review ICBC’s enhanced care model
…hat’s involved? One-on-one interviews (45 minutes to 1 hour) in November. Compensation at standard sessional rates ($178.50/hr). Your feedback will help shape a report that will be presented to ICBC in spring 2025. Want to participate? Fill out this short form by Monday, October 28. For more info or questions, contact Namrata Joshi at njoshi@doctorsofbc.ca….
LFP Payment Model: Complex Contraception and Medical Abortion
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