Recent changes to the annualized cARP model may not yet be reflected on this page. Please refer to the latest communications from AMA President, Dr. Brian Wirzba while this page is being updated.
What is a clinical Alternative Relationship Plan?
A clinical Alternative Relationship Plan (cARP) is a physician compensation model that provides an alternative to the default fee-for-service (FFS) model. It compensates physicians for providing a set of clinical services at defined facilities to a target patient population.
cARPs can help to align physician compensation incentives with overall health system objectives. For some physicians, simply being paid differently can enable them to deliver services in a manner better suited to them and their patients.
cARP Overview (alberta.ca)
Alberta's cARP Models
- Annualized
- Sessional
- Capitation
- Blended Capitation Model (BCM)
- Primary Care Physician Compensation Model (PCPCM)
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Representation and Support
The joint AH-AMA ARP Working Group brings together AMA physician leaders and PPHS representatives to inform the AH-AMA Management Committee on cARP policy and improvements to alternative physician compensation models.