The United States is moving toward a patient-centered model of care, which is proven to increase quality and cost-effectiveness. This model is anchored by the patient centered medical home (PCMH), in which patients have a relationship with a primary care physician-led team who manages their care. Through this approach, an integrated team of professionals and support staff provides care in a practice organized around the patient. In turn, patients have access to personalized, coordinated, and comprehensive primary care when they need it, when it’s convenient for them, and from the right professional—be it a doctor, nurse, physician assistant, physical therapist, dietitian, social worker, counselor or other clinician.” (American Academy of
