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 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.
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, 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
AMA member physicians are invited to begin participating in the PCCM enrolment process. Only physicians who qualify under the pre-requisites can receive an application, which starts with an Expression of Interest in your AMA Member Portal.
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STEP 6 | 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.
Upcoming Webinars & Recordings
PCCM Webinar: Eligibility & Enrolment
AMA members can join primary care physician leaders for an online webinar and learn how to join the PCCM. Hosted by AMA-ACTT, this next webinar 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.