Is switching to a FHO the right move for you?
We have helped hundreds of practices transition from a Family Health Group (FHG) or Fee for Service (FFS) to a Family Health Organization (FHO). We can help you fully understand the FHO model, guide you through transition, and show you how to increase income predictability and flexibility.
Free Income Analysis
Do you need help deciding you should transition to a FHO?? We will walk you through the ins and outs of running a FHO. We will conduct a free income analysis to help you make an informed choice and guide you through a successful switch to an FHO.
Increase Your Income by 18%
Doctors who transition to a FHO model with DoctorCare see an average 18% income increase. With our help, you will learn how to increase your revenue in the FHO model without disrupting your current practice.
We help you determine if a FHO transition is the right move for your practice:
- Understand the difference between FHG and FHO models
- Know the importance of effective roster management
- Learn the steps to ensure a smooth transition between models
- Get strategies and tactics to optimize all available premiums and bonuses
Over 50% of Ontario family physicians have switched to FHO
Expert help for a smooth transition
While the FHO structure is the most popular payment model within family medicine, it can also be the most complicated. With DoctorCare’s expertise, you can transition into an existing practice with fewer growing pains and a faster ramp-up time than starting your own practice. We will walk you through some of the key questions and considerations you should have when evaluating whether to start a practice:
- What are you prepared to spend to step into a “full” medical practice immediately?
- Are you prepared to add your name to an existing office lease agreement, or sign a new one?
- What is the expense reimbursement structure at the office you are looking to join?
- Is it a solo or group office?
- How familiar are you with the administrative aspects of managing a FHO practice and roster?
- How big is the group and where are the locations?
- What partnership and group governance agreements are currently in place?
Why join a FHO
Increase income predictability
On average, 80% of FHO income is guaranteed regardless of patient visits.
Increase your revenue
FHOs have more revenue opportunities with additional special premiums/bonuses.
Improve patient access
Get shared on-call coverage for after-hours and vacation time.
Improve patient care
Focus on patient care rather than patient volume
