Implementation of a patient centred medical home (PCMH) initiative in general practices in New South Wales, Australia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

With an ageing population and an increase in chronic disease burden in Australia, Patient Centred Medical Home (PCMH) models of care have been identified as potential options for primary care reform and improving health care outcomes. Adoption of PCMH models are not well described outside of North America. We examined the experiences of seven general practices in an Australian setting that implemented projects aligned with PCMH values and goals supported by their local Primary Health Network (PHN).

Method

Qualitative and quantitative data were collected over a twelve month period, including semi-structured interviews, participant observation, and practice data to present a detailed examination of a subject of study; the implementation of PCMH projects in seven gen

SUBMITTER: Metusela C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8215740 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature