French GPs play pivotal role in reformed healthcare system
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
The French public are receiving between now and March 1 a form to nominate their designated GP. This is a key part of the healthcare reforms adopted last August that are gradually being introduced as part of the government's determination to stem escalating costs and that will also see the introduction of a E1 ($1.27) fee for patients for every type of consultation or medical procedure, including clinical tests and imaging procedures.