The Affordable Care Act

Navigating a Changing Healthcare Landscape

The evolving nature of the Affordable Care Act continues to reshape the healthcare environment, driving significant changes in how medical practices operate. Many practices have turned to hospital or health system ownership for stability, while others have joined larger, privately held medical groups to stay competitive.

In today’s climate, managing costs and achieving efficiency often depend on one key factor: increasing patient volume. Practices typically grow in one of three ways—through strategic marketing, acquisitions, or consolidation with other groups.

To support this growth, practices need access to advanced management services and tools. Physicians and group practice leaders must navigate an increasingly complex and heavily regulated industry. For smaller practices, survival and success may depend on forming regional networks, joint ventures, or shared office arrangements. These collaborative models allow access to the expertise and infrastructure needed to thrive in a competitive and constantly evolving healthcare market.