Pediatric Resources for Respiratory Illness Season
…ion highlights virtual support tools available to B.C. doctors, residents, nurses, midwives, nurse practitioners and other pediatric providers across the province. Promoting healthy habits for patients and families As always, physicians should encourage patients and families to pay attention to symptoms and stay home when sick, wear masks when appropriate, follow respiratory etiquette, clean hands regularly, and, most importantly, stay up to date…
LFP Payment Model Key Concepts
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2022-2025 WorkSafeBC Agreement
…or Standardized Assessment Form Fee code 19977 – Opioid Extension Form. A nurse practitioner may be able to make a referral for Initial and Repeat Expedited Comprehensive Consultation. Referrals may be made to family physicians with areas of expertise as well as specialist physicians. Upon request, WorkSafeBC will consider approving one additional 19953 fee code (up to two codes total), where physicians need to spend a significant amount of time…
Where have all the family doctors gone?
…ry health care teams are expanding to include other professionals, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants. These team-based approaches are helping lift some of the pressure on family physicians and improve access to care for patients. Collaborative care models are gaining traction across Canada, enhancing the way primary health care is delivered. CIHI’s report, The State of the Health Workforce in Canada, gives a comprehensive look a…
Mind the care gap: the highs and lows of rural family medicine
…tor In my early days, I worked in small Labrador communities as an outpost nurse, where I ran the clinic, prescribed medications, sutured wounds, delivered babies and performed biopsies. That experience shaped my decision to transition to family medicine, knowing all the while that I wanted to continue serving rural communities. I thrive in these settings, where the breadth of practice and the connection to community make every day meaningful, per…
Our 2025 rural healthcare wish list
…engthen recruitment and retention for rural healthcare Attracting doctors, nurses and other health professionals to rural communities requires a multi-pronged approach. From relocation bonuses to fair compensation models, we aim to ensure healthcare workers feel valued and supported. Cut down on administrative burdens Reducing unnecessary paperwork, like sick notes, and transitioning away from outdated technologies like fax machines would give hea…
Statement from BC Family Doctors on the 2025 Throne Speech
…fforts to bring more health professionals into the system. Pharmacists and nurse practitioners are valuable members of the health-care team and expanding their roles helps patients. But team-based care works best when patients and family doctors are at the centre, providing the continuity and comprehensive care that patients need—especially for those with complex or chronic conditions. Family doctors are specialists in primary care. The Longitudin…
Summary of Changes to Long-term Care Billing in Fee-for-Service
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Help design a new provincial Enhanced Family Health Program (EFHP)
…ians should meet any of the following criteria Attached to families in the Nurse Family Partnership Provide maternity care Have a patient panel that includes children under 6 years of age Practice in Indigenous communities The project runs from June 2025 to March 2026, with a minimum of 2-4 hours per quarter. Remuneration will be provided. All meeting will be held virtually. If you are interested, please email primarycareandpreventionadmin@phsa.ca…
LFP Payment Model: Billing for Respiratory Immunizations
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