On December 3, 2024, the Physician Association of California (PAC) hosted the “Protecting Private Practice” symposium at the State Capitol. The event featured a diverse group of speakers, from physicians to patient advocates, emphasizing the importance of independent physicians and how their practices can overcome the obstacles they face.
Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry delivered a powerful keynote speech, highlighting the benefits of private practices, such as direct patient-to-physician access, physician autonomy, and personalized care. Panelists shared insights on the struggles caused by complex insurance contracts, low reimbursement rates, and private practice physicians’ strategies to navigate these challenges.
The event concluded with a call for state support to protect and sustain these essential providers, particularly in underserved and rural areas.
PAC looks forward to working with physicians throughout the state during this legislative session
to promote and protect independent practices in California.
If you’d like to view a recording of the December 3 symposium, visit: https://pac-md.org/welcome/
To learn more about PAC, please visit: www.pac-md.org