The Money’s in the Wrong Place. How to Fund Primary Care

US healthcare system predominantly focuses on high-intensity specialties, ignoring primary care, despite its potential in managing chronic diseases. The system sees exorbitant spending, with large non-profit organizations amassing wealth in hedge funds. Despite these numerous monetary reserves, these organizations resort to bailouts in crises. This system doesn't prioritize community health, with many lacking access to primary care, prompting large retailers' entry into primary care provision. Author encourages reevaluation of funds' allocation, reallocating it towards areas which need it most.

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