For most physicians, it is too early to tell what the most prevalent effects of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act rollout have been, according to Physician Practice Trends 2014, released by Jackson Healthcare.
A total of 1,527 physicians completed the survey, which was conducted between April 18 and June 5.
When asked what has been the most prevalent effect of the PPACA rollout on their practices, respondents reported:
• Too early to tell/no changes so far — 25 percent
• High deductibles for patients — 12 percent
• Loss of patients — 8 percent
• More patients with coverage — 8 percent
• Confusion on the part of physicians and patients — 7 percent
• Decline in reimbursements/more denials — 7 percent
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