Publications by authors named "M Nylenna"
Background: First-time documentation of rare diseases is normally in the form of case reports. These are typically based on unexpected observations by vigilant clinicians and lead to further research on prevalence and aetiology. One of the best-known Norwegian examples is Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome.
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- - GPs in Norway earn two-thirds of their income through a fee-for-service model, which encourages brief consultations and high service provision but may complicate decision-making as they act as gatekeepers for various treatments.
- - A study with 33 GPs revealed that while they understand the profitability of different fees and adopt strategies to increase income, the pressure of time constraints can lead them to accommodate patient requests, even if they are unreasonable.
- - Participants recognized the dual nature of fees as both incentives and compensation, noting that complexities in fee structures can create challenges in accurately interpreting and applying them in practice.
Background: General practitioners (GPs) have an important gatekeeping role in the Norwegian sickness insurance system. This role includes limiting access to paid sick leave when this is not justified according to sick leave criteria. 85% of GPs in Norway operate within a fee-for-service system that incentivises short consultations and high service provision.
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