Hospitalists Expected to Play Role in Medical Home Plans

A centralized record also can improve patient compliance with referrals and recommended services, Mr. DeMarco said. “The patient may say, 'I feel fine. I'm not going to go see this other doctor.' But their medical home doctor will know they did not go, and know to monitor their follow-up.”

“The medical home is the best hope for transformation of and reinvestment in primary care,” Dr. Bronson commented.