Table 9.

Core Services in the New Model

Integration of personal care
Health assessment (evaluation of health and risk status)
Disease prevention (early detection of asymptomatic disease)
Health promotion (primary prevention and health behavior/lifestyle modification)
Patient education and support for self-care
Diagnosis and management of acute injuries and illnesses, with referral as appropriate
Diagnosis and management of chronic diseases
Coordination and provision of rehabilitative services
Supportive care, including end-of-life care
Women’s health care
Primary mental health care
Advocacy for the patient within the health care system