Physician Comprehensive Care Model (PCCM) for primary care
Jointly developed by AMA's primary care physician leaders and Alberta Health, the PCCM is a new compensation option for family physicians and rural generalists.
ESSENTIALS GUIDE PCCM APPLICATION
PCCM FAQ WEBINARS & VIDEO RECORDINGS
Understanding the PCCM
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STEP 1 | PCCM Essentials Guide
Co-created with Alberta Health, the 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
AMA members can utilize the new PCCM Financial Calculator to estimate compensation levels by day or week as part of the decision-making process. In 2025, physicians will see new Alberta Health data in their Member Dashboard, accompanied by an instructional guide.
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STEP 5 | PCCM Expression of Interest
Physicians interested in the PCCM must complete the Expression of Interest form via their AMA member dashboard (member login required).
The PCCM Expression of Interest is open to physicians who meet the eligibility criteria, as determined by Alberta Health data. If you cannot see the “PCCM Expression of Interest Form” link on your dashboard, you are not currently meeting the prerequisites. Alberta Health provides monthly data updates to the AMA, so if your panel size has recently increased to exceed 500 and your data has not yet been updated, we encourage you to check back later.
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STEP 6 | Stay Informed
Updates, new tools and more frequently asked questions will continue to be posted as model details are formalized. Please check back often!
Coming soon! PCCM Operations Manual
A comprehensive manual to help physicians understand the PCCM. Explore eligibility criteria, enrolment steps and billing rules.Coming soon! PCCM Community of Practice (CoP)
This collaborative platform emphasizes the importance of connection, creating a welcoming space for members to engage and build relationships.
Upcoming Information Sessions & Recordings
PCCM Information Session: Eligibility & Enrolment
AMA members can join primary care physician leaders for an online information session and learn how to join the PCCM. Hosted by AMA-ACTT, this session will focus on Eligibility and Enrolment.
PCCM Information Session Recording
PCCM Information Session RecordingWatch our January 8 Info Session recording and get familiar with the new PCCM. Hear from physician leaders and get answers to your most commonly asked questions.
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.