Portland Coordinated
Care Association
The Portland Coordinated Care Association is a network of independent medical groups in Portland that pool resources to help lower costs, improve quality outcomes and perfect the patient experience. The PCCA exists to meet the needs of the changing healthcare market. Our network of providers is also a cost-effective option for self-funded employer groups and includes an extensive list of specialty care providers in the Portland area.
Who We Are
PCCA is a clinically integrated network (CIN). Clinical integration is a process through which independent health care providers work together to improve patient care and reduce costs. As a collective, PCCA members develop and implement clinical protocols and monitor clinical performance. This helps achieve high-quality care in a more efficient manner than can be achieved independently.
PCCA is governed jointly by three independent primary care groups in Portland: Northwest Primary Care, South Tabor Family Physicians, and The Portland Clinic. Each of these groups have physician representation on the Board of Directors.
Why Clinical Integration?
Becoming a member of a Clinically Integrated Network like PCCA positions physicians and payors to work together to improve population health. Members focus on clinical quality and cost-effectiveness rather than fee-for-service discounts. This allows PCCA members to engage in value-based contracting with payors and employers. All members of PCCA work to obtain collective support to demonstrate the value we, as a group, provide to patients and health plans.
PCCA Values
Excellence: PCCA members work together to develop and implement clinical protocols and monitor clinical performance. This helps achieve high-quality care in a more efficient manner than can be achieved independently.
Innovation: PCCA members have the resources of a large network of providers and can create new pathways for accessing high quality, cost-effective healthcare.
Collaboration: PCCA members leverage their combined specialties, strengths, and experience to deliver comprehensive care that fills any gaps in care access.
Join PCCA
Becoming a member of PCCA positions physicians and payors to work together to improve population health. Members focus on clinical quality and cost-effectiveness, rather than fee-for-service discounts. This allows PCCA members to engage in value-based contracting with payors and employers. All members of PCCA work to obtain collective support to demonstrate the value we, as a group, provide to patients and health plans.
Membership Benefits include:
Assistance with value-based requirements and metrics
Assistance with quality performance measures
A meaningful role to develop protocols and clinical pathways for the patient’s continuum of care
Being part of a critical mass for participation in community initiatives
Membership FAQ
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A. Independent medical clinics and groups in the Portland/SW Washington area are encouraged to join.
Members must remain in good standing with their medical board and attend quarterly meetings to stay active in PCCA.
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A. No, there are no dues to join or maintain membership – just a shared commitment to collaborate and strengthen independent care.
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A. Yes, absolutely. You can maintain your existing insurance relationships. When contracts come up for renewal, we encourage open conversations about collective bargaining opportunities.
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A. Yes! Solo practitioners are welcome, and there are no minimum size or revenue requirements. Our strength is in supporting providers of all scales.
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A: We’d love to meet you! Please use the Contact Us form to send a message to the PCCA team. We will reach out with next steps as soon as possible.