Instead, Dr. Miller believes a “better use of ancillary people,” such as nurse practitioners, physician extenders and technicians, may alleviate healthcare needs. He pointed to a flawed payment system as a source of trouble in the industry.
“The payment system, I feel, is the culprit of much of this. I only get paid if I touch as you as a physician. But if I get a premium per month to take care of you, maybe I don’t need to see you every time. Maybe my nurse practitioner sees you,” said Mr. Miller, according to a citation in the interview.
Dr. Miller also spoke of his concern over research grants becoming more limited in the future due to the poor economy.
Read the The JHU Gazette interview with Dr. Edward Miller.
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