Physician network consolidations, a growing trend in healthcare, enhance buying power for negotiating better terms with insurers and suppliers. This can lead to cost savings and improved care coordination. However, the impact on patients' healthcare pricing and access varies. While consolidations may lower costs and enhance care quality, they can also limit competition, potentially raising prices and restricting patient choices. Balancing the benefits of efficiency and improved care coordination with concerns about reduced competition is crucial in evaluating the overall impact on healthcare economics and patient outcomes