The Path Forward: Why New Healthcare Legislation Is Needed
First, I want to apologize for the delay in posting. I've used this time to learn more about potential solutions to the physician compensation dilemma I've been describing. Many of you have asked: "What can actually be done to fix this problem?" It's a question I've been researching extensively.
The first thing I want to make clear is that simply repealing parts of previous laws isn't a viable strategy. Healthcare legislation has evolved through multiple overlapping laws passed over decades. The current system is like a Jenga tower - pull out one piece, and you risk collapsing important protections and structures that patients and providers rely on.
This complexity means we need carefully crafted new legislation rather than simply undoing past reforms. Any effective solution must address the core issues while preserving what works in our current system.
In this new series of posts, I'll explore:
Why piecemeal repeal of existing laws won't solve the underlying problems
The key principles that must guide new healthcare legislation
Specific proposals that could restore physician autonomy while protecting patient access
The political and practical challenges to implementing these changes
My goal is to move beyond just identifying problems to outlining concrete solutions. Having practiced medicine through four decades of healthcare reform, I've seen what works and what doesn't - and I believe there is a path forward.
I look forward to sharing these insights with you in the coming weeks.