word
Patient-Centered Medical Home
PAY-shent SEN-terd MED-ih-kul hohm
/ˈpeɪʃənt ˈsɛntərd ˈmɛdɪkəl hoʊm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
patientcenteredmedicalhome
Dictionary meaning
A primary care model that provides comprehensive, coordinated, accessible, patient-focused care delivered by a team led by a personal physician, with an emphasis on whole-person orientation and quality improvement
History and origin
Model formulated by the American Academy of Pediatrics in 1967 and expanded by the Joint Principles statement of 2007; abbreviated PCMH
Examples
- Practices certified as a Patient-Centered Medical Home receive enhanced reimbursement for care coordination activities.
- PCMH accreditation requires electronic health records, after-hours access, and systematic care management.
Synonyms: PCMH, advanced primary care, medical home
Pronunciation tips
Abbreviation 'PCMH' is common; often paired with 'ACO' in US health reform discussions
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