CME Accredited · Year-Long
Population Health Management Academy (PHMA)
A CME-accredited, year-long program helping clinicians succeed in value-based care with hands-on training and real-world workflows that improve quality, reduce burden, and strengthen practice performance.
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Manage risk-stratified patient panels
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Optimize preventive & chronic care
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Streamline workflows for better outcomes
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Reduce avoidable hospital utilization
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Earn 60 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Who Should Apply:
Primary Care Physicians · Nurse Practitioners & PAs · Practice Staff · Clinicians in Value-Based Programs
Led by Barry Bittman, M.D., IEFMC Chief of Population Health & Strategy Officer, and local physician leaders.
Fellowship Program
Population Health Fellowship
A structured RCMA/IEFMC fellowship providing advanced population health training for physicians seeking expertise in value-based care, quality improvement, and practice transformation leadership.
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Advanced value-based care leadership
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Quality measure mastery (HEDIS, Stars, CAHPS)
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Care gap strategy & population analytics
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Practice transformation & capstone project
Grant-Funded · No Cost to Programs
Population Health Residency Curriculum Training
A grant-funded initiative by RCMA/IEFMC for Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Pediatric residency programs in the Inland Empire — offered at no cost. Two programs selected per academic year.
Duration
10-Month Curriculum
Timeline
August 2026 – May 2027
Eligible Programs
Family Practice · Internal Medicine · Pediatrics
Slots Available
2 Programs Selected
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Population health fundamentals & value-based care
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Faculty development for future curriculum sustainability
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Real-world workflows & care gap closure training
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Tailored to Inland Empire residency programs
"Dr. Bittman's Population Health Series was an outstanding and highly practical educational experience for our residents. His sessions addressed important topics often underemphasized in traditional medical training — including navigating real-world challenges physicians face after residency, building a successful practice, understanding insurance systems, and working effectively within hospital organizations. This series bridged the gap between clinical education and the realities of practicing medicine."
— Dr. Alina Popa, Residency Program
Physician Workforce Development
Pathways to Healthcare Transformation
RCMA/IEFMC's commitment to developing innovative, sustainable strategies for attracting, retraining, and sustaining an effective physician workforce to meet the present and future needs of the Inland Empire.
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Comprehensive Practice Optimization Series
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Population Health Management Academy
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Evolving Healthcare Leadership Program
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Scholarship Program
One-Day Workshop · Medical Office Staff
Comprehensive Practice Optimization Workshop
Location
RCMA · 3993 Jurupa Ave., Riverside, CA 92506
Presenter
Evelyn Garcia, COO – RCMA/IEFMC
A special one-day class geared toward medical office staff from all specialties — with a bonus Quality 101 session. Inspired by the book "The Patient Who Swallowed A Mouse," this dynamic workshop delivers evidence-based strategies to streamline operations and maximize your practice's potential.
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Practice Health Check: Understanding your present state
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Unlock Hidden Efficiency: Practice operations insights
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Empower Your Staff: Create a team-based care culture
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Thrive, Not Survive: Cultivating a healthy work-life balance
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Set Your Practice on Course: Define your true north
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Rebuild & Reimagine: Practical strategies for optimization
RCMA/IEFMC Member Staff
$169
Non-Member Staff
$269
Limit 4 staff per practice