Bryan N. Batson, MD, Hattiesburg Clinic CEO, Discusses AMA-IPPS with American Medical Association
Bryan N. Batson, MD, Hattiesburg Clinic CEO, recently discussed the importance of physician-led collaboration in shaping the future of healthcare with the American Medical Association (AMA).
The AMA Integrated Physician Practice Section (AMA-IPPS) serves as a platform for integrated health systems to collaborate on improving patient outcomes, supporting physician well-being and driving innovation in care delivery. As a member of the AMA-IPPS Governing Council, Dr. Batson represents small to medium-sized physician groups, advocating for value-based care models and physician well-being.
“I’m especially interested in physician leadership and developing programs and organizations that foster physician voices, and I think the AMA and IPPS both have excellent examples of that,” Batson said. “At Hattiesburg Clinic, we are unique in the IPPS in that we are independent, but we are very much engaged in integrated health care delivery and partnerships that foster better outcomes.”
Batson highlighted that focusing on physician well-being is crucial during transitions to new delivery models, such as value-based care. Additionally, he emphasized that engaging physicians early in the process helps build trust and ensures their voices are heard as systems evolve.
“For us, a big part of that was value-based health care delivery. When we looked around the country and our area, we felt that we needed to be at the table, listening and learning from other organizations around the nation who were also focusing on this evolution—this transition from fee for service to value-based care delivery,” he added.
Hattiesburg Clinic’s participation in the AMA-IPPS reflects a broader commitment to advancing health care through physician-led collaboration, innovation and shared learning. By engaging in national conversations and advocating for value-based care, the clinic continues to uphold its core values of commitment, vision and respect, while helping shape a stronger, more sustainable future for medicine.
Follow the link to read the full interview: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/payment-delivery-models/uniting-physician-voices-build-stronger-future-medicine
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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.