Our decision to join Integrity Health Network (IHN) was made so we could collaborate with other private practice specialists in the Northland. We face contracting, credentialing, marketing, and staffing challenges differently than large organizations. These are unique challenges that only small, private healthcare providers in rural communities can truly identify with. IHN has given us the opportunity to meet regularly, share information, and learn from a larger group. We also benefit from the IHN leadership team, who research and present information that is directly applicable to us and our practice.