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Jointly developed by the AMA's primary care physician leaders and Primary and Preventative Health Services, the PCPCM is an option under Alberta’s Clinical Alternative Relationship Plans (cARPs).
The Primary Care Physician Compensation Model (PCPCM) is a compensation option for family physicians and rural generalists who deliver comprehensive, life-long care to a defined panel of patients.
Learn how to apply for a PCPCM BA, prepare clinics for the transition and begin billing!
Co-created by AMA and Primary and Preventative Health Services, the PCPCM Essentials Guide is one of many tools physicians can use to learn about the compensation model.
A high-level overview of Alberta's physician compensation models for family physicians and rural generalists.
Estimate potential earnings under the PCPCM and understand how existing practice characteristics will impact compensation. This tool is available to AMA Members and Clinic Manager Network members - login required.
Get answers to PCPCM questions in our growing FAQ library. Explore billing, eligibility, payments and more.
Co-created by AMA and PPHS, the PCPCM Operations Manual is a comprehensive guide for physicians and teams to understand eligibility, billing rules, enrolment steps and more.
Learn more about CII/CPAR, a mandatory component of PCPCM eligibility.
To apply and maintain a PCPCM BA, physicians must meet and maintain a minimum panel size of 500 patients, alongside additional criteria. Learn how your PCPCM panel size is calculated.
Physicians interested in transitioning to the PCPCM can find information about the application process here.
Frequently asked questions, video guide and step-by-step instructions for completing your PCPCM Application.
MOs are a standard component of publicly funded payment arrangements, including the PCPCM - login required.
This guide provides physicians and clinic teams with a quick reference on billing for encounters and time in the PCPCM, along with examples of weekly statements.
A quick guide for physicians and teams to understand when time, encounter and panel payments will be received under the PCPCM.
Physicians and teams can review Health Service Codes and descriptions for PCPCM.
Panel payments for PCPCM are determined by the number of patients attached to a family physician’s PCPCM panel (derived from CPAR) and where the patient fits within the complexity matrix.
PCPCM allows physicians to bill for time using a non-patient-specific ULI. This article provides tips for doing this in your EMR and links to detailed guides, as they are made available.
An overview of CPAR Conflicts and how physicians and teams can get started on Conflict management processes ahead of April 1, 2026, when panel payment calculations change.
As physicians prepare to transition to the PCPCM, they may wish to review existing practice agreements and make changes to reflect the new compensation structure.
When a locum physician comes into a PCPCM practice to work in place of the host physician, a mutual decision should be made on whether the locum should bill under PCPCM or FFS.
A practical guide for PCPCM participating physicians who are moving facilities and wish to continue practicing under the PCPCM at the new location
PCPCM Information Session #5
Learn about panel accuracy and monthly payments with insights from Dr. Sarah Bates, Dr. Tyler Day, Dr. Heidi Fell and moderator Dr. Gerry Prince.
PCPCM Information Session #4
Learn about the Ministerial Order with insights from Dr. Brad Bahler, Dr. Trevor Day and moderator Dr. Gerry Prince.
PCPCM Information Session #3
Learn about the billing rules with insights from Dr. Sarah Bates, Dr. Tyler Hunter and moderator Dr. Gerry Prince.
PCPCM Information Session #2
Learn about the eligibility criteria and application process with insights from Dr. Sarah Bates, Dr. Trevor Day, Dr. Kerri Treherne, and moderator Dr. Gerry Prince.
PCPCM Information Session #1
Understand the compensation elements and review eligibility criteria. Featuring insights from Dr. Shelley Duggan, Dr. Sarah Bates, and moderator Dr. Gerry Prince.
PCCM Panel Prep - Part 3
Learn how CPAR reports allow you to manage Demographic Mismatches and reduce Conflicts, improving care continuity and the accuracy of your AH panel size estimate.
PCCM Panel Prep - Part 2
A suggested process for comparing your CPAR panel size to your EMR panel size and identifying and correcting any discrepancies.
PCCM Panel Prep - Part 1
Dr. Ernst Greyvenstein shares practical steps you can take to improve the accuracy of your panel size estimate.
One of the requirements for the PCPCM is participation in CPAR, a provincial system that captures the confirmed relationship between a primary provider and their paneled patients.
CII/CPAR enables physicians and their teams to share patient information to Alberta Netcare directly from their EMR.
The Panel Management Support Program (PMSP) is a temporary program, funded by Alberta Health, which provides eligible physicians financial support for costs related to panel management and practice improvement activities.
The purpose of the Access to Continuity Change Package is to assist patient’s medical homes to optimize access processes, so patients can receive care when they want or need it.
Utilize these resources to integrate ASaP into your clinic team's processes.
Improving patient outcomes and satisfaction by providing timely access to a patient's physician and team, ensuring they get the care they want and need.
A new assessment tool to improve team efficiency, role clarity and care delivery.