Hattiesburg Clinic Expands Support for Medicare Beneficiaries Through Advanced Primary Care Management
Hattiesburg Clinic is expanding its approach to patient-centered care with the Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) program, offering Medicare beneficiaries additional support through a more personalized, proactive and coordinated care experience.
APCM focuses on strengthening communication, improving coordination and providing ongoing support for a wide range of health needs. Patients enrolled in APCM receive 24/7 access to their care team, ensuring their needs are met in between office visits.
“Primary care is the foundation of good health care,” Bryan N. Batson, MD, chief executive officer of Hattiesburg Clinic, said. “The APCM program allow us to build on that core by providing additional touchpoints, support and population health management tools to help patients stay engaged in their care between visits.”
The program emphasizes continuity across the health care experience, from routine checkups to more complex needs. Care teams assist with coordinating services across providers, supporting medication management and helping ensure timely follow-up after hospital or emergency visits.
“What we aim to do is augment and enhance the care patients already receive through technology and additional care team members,” Dr. Batson explained. “This program extends our reach beyond the exam room, giving patients additional support and coordination that helps them stay more informed and connected.”
In addition to direct patient support, APCM incorporates tools and care management strategies that help identify potential health risks and gaps in care. This proactive approach allows care teams to respond earlier and keep patients on track with their health goals.
For patients, the result is a more connected and consistent care experience, with added reassurance their care team is actively engaged in supporting their needs.
“There is a level of confidence that comes from knowing your care team is working with you in a more continuous way,” Batson said. “That connection strengthens the relationship between patient and physician and supports better long-term health.”
Hattiesburg Clinic encourages Medicare beneficiaries to speak with their primary care physician to learn more about APCM and how to enroll. For more information, visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com/apcm.
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About Hattiesburg Clinic:
Hattiesburg Clinic is Mississippi’s largest privately-owned, multispecialty clinic. Founded in 1963, Hattiesburg Clinic has expanded to include over 450 physicians and providers, along with 2,500 employees, serving patients across more than 17 counties in Mississippi. Hattiesburg Clinic is committed to being the health care provider of choice in the communities we serve.