title: The making of a physician organization.
abstract: In cities and towns across Pennsylvania, many physicians have come to the realization that only by working together can they maintain a high level of influence over patient care and the business of medical practice. This case history focuses on the efforts of one group of physicians that has been helped by PennMed Member Services Company (PMSCO). The location and the identity of the group have been changed to ensure confidentiality.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Mellinger-Blouch
mesh_terms: D003657:Decision Making; D018588:Fee-for-Service Plans; D006769:Hospitals, General; D008389:Marketing of Health Services; D008505:Medical Staff, Hospital; D009938:Organizations; D010414:Pennsylvania; D010820:Physicians; D011243:Preferred Provider Organizations; D011787:Quality of Health Care; D012955:Societies, Medical