Jointly developed by AMA's primary care physician leaders and Alberta Health, the Primary Care Physician Compensation Model (PCPCM) is a new compensation option for family physicians and rural generalists.
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Understanding the PCPCM
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STEP 1 | PCPCM Essentials Guide
Co-created with Alberta Health, the AMA has developed a guide for physicians to better understand the PCPCM. 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 PCPCM compares to existing compensation models.
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STEP 3 | Operations Manual
Co-created by AMA and Alberta Health, the PCPCM Operations Manual is a comprehensive guide for physicians and teams to understand eligibility, billing rules, enrolment steps and more.
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STEP 4 | Explore the 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 5 | Financial Estimates
AMA members can utilize the new PCPCM 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 6 | PCPCM Expression of Interest
Physicians interested in the PCPCM must complete the Expression of Interest form via their AMA member dashboard (member login required).
The PCPCM Expression of Interest is open to physicians who meet the eligibility criteria, as determined by Alberta Health data. If you cannot see the “PCPCM 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 7 | Stay Informed
PCPCM: Live & on Call with AMA
Weekly sessions to support growing a strong network of informed physicians and clinical team leaders. Get insights, ask questions and get support for the PCPCM transition. Register todayRegistration open! PCPCM Information Session: Billing for Encounters & Time
AMA Members can join our February 11 session to learn more about billing and when to continue using your FFS BA.