Physician Comprehensive Care Model (PCCM) for primary care
Jointly developed by the Alberta Medical Association’s primary care physician leaders and Alberta Health, the PCCM is a new option under Alberta’s Clinical Alternative Relationship Plans (cARPs). As alternatives to Fee-For-Service (FFS), clinical ARPs align physician compensation with health system objectives.
Understanding the PCCM
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STEP 1 | PCCM Essentials Guide
Co-created with Alberta Health, AMA has developed a guide for physicians to better understand the PCCM. Explore key features, payment overview, and physician prerequisites.
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Step 2 | Compensation Overview
Alberta physicians have options to align compensation with their unique practice styles, community needs, and patient care goals. Explore how the PCCM compares to existing compensation models.
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STEP 3 | Explore the Physician FAQ
AMA has compiled answers to physicians' most frequently asked questions. Check back regularly as new model details are shared and additional physician inquiries are addressed.
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STEP 4 | Financial Estimates
As part of the decision-making process, AMA members can utilize the new PCCM Financial Calculator to estimate compensation levels by day or week. In 2025, physicians will see new Alberta Health data in their Member Dashboard, accompanied by an instructional guide.
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STEP 5 | Stay Informed
AMA members can look forward to updates on existing resources, new tools and the FAQ as model details are formalized. Stay tuned for these new tools and supports, which are coming soon.
PCCM Operations Manual
Co-created with Alberta Health, AMA has developed a comprehensive manual for physicians to understand the PCCM. Explore eligibility criteria, enrolment steps, and billing rules after reviewing the introductory materials that are already available.PCCM Community of Practice (CoP)
This collaborative platform, facilitated by AMA-ACTT, emphasizes the importance of connection, creating a welcoming space for members to engage and build relationships.
Info Session & Webinars
PCCM Information Session
Join AMA on January 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to hear what's next for the PCCM, a new compensation option for Alberta physicians launching in Spring 2025.
Watch the PCCM Panel Prep Series
PCCM ResourcesMany physicians have already begun preparing for the PCCM transition through ACTT's webinar series. Explore recaps and watch the videos on demand.