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Originally Posted by Vernster
One of the reasons there are fewer physicians now is because of the reduction in reimbursement from insurance companies; particularly Medicaid and Medicare. Private insurance companies pay somewhat more but frequently also reduce their payments. This is a particular problem for primary care physicians who are paid much less than specialists. Most medical docs are over $200,000 in debt when they finish their education and have no money left to open a private practice like was done in the past. The result is multi medical practices owned and run by large corporations. Very few doctors today have the luxury of owning their own practice, hiring their office staff and charging their patients what they wish.
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Yes, it is terrible to see all those primary care physicians lined up at the Goodwill store, the food pantries, and the soup kitchens.
