Media In the News Op-Ed Press Release All In the News Independent physician practices deliver lower-cost care: Study highlights need for site-neutral payment reform Medical Economics (September 10, 2025) Independent physicians continue offering patient care at lower costs than hospitals, according to a new study. “Physician Practice Affiliation Drives Site of Care Cost Differentials:... Read More In the News Inside the state that’s rapidly losing independent physicians Becker's ASC Review (August 26, 2025) Each of Washington state’s 39 counties is now designated at least partially as a “health professional shortage area,” according to the Rural Health Information Hub.... Read More In the News Dr. Steven Kaptik: Fewer doctors are in private practice in WA. Here’s what that means The Seattle Times (August 25, 2025) Every one of Washington’s 39 counties is now designated at least a partial “health professional shortage area” by the federal government, meaning there aren’t enough... Read More In the News Portland primary care providers band together to stay independent Portland Business Journal (August 18, 2025) In an era of consolidation and financial challenges in health care, a group of Portland clinics have banded more closely together not just to find... Read More In the News The policy changes that could save independent GIs Becker's ASC Review (August 14, 2025) Amid increasing consolidation in the gastroenterology industry, many leaders are pushing for changes that would allow private practices to remain intact. Read the full article... Read More In the News 5 things that need to change for independent practice to survive Becker's ASC Review (August 8, 2025) AIMPA President Dr. Paul Berggreen recently joined Becker’s to discuss AIMPA’s priorities and what he believes must change in order for independent practice to survive.... Read More
