CHRT supports analysis on Michigan’s primary care workforce challenges
Recent coverage from The Washington Post and Bridge Michigan highlights a new report calling for increased investment in primary care to address Michigan’s physician shortage.
The article, “Michigan can ease doctor shortage by raising pay for primary care, group says,” outline how underinvestment in primary care has contributed to longer wait times, higher costs, and gaps in care. The report recommends increasing reimbursement and funding for primary care services to strengthen the healthcare system.
The work was developed by the Michigan Multipayer Initiative (MMI) team, which focuses on improving healthcare delivery and payment systems across the state. The report also points to broader system pressures, including an aging population and disparities in provider compensation between primary care physicians and specialists.
CHRT supports efforts that advance evidence-based policy and improve access to care across Michigan.
The MMI Team is based at the University of Michigan and hosted by the Center for Healthcare Research and Transformation. Learn more at https://mimultipayerinitiatives.org/