Can the remuneration scheme of general practitioners affect their antibiotic prescription behaviour?

Remuneration schemes may influence antibiotic prescribing behaviour. FFS/CAP is linked to higher prescription rates and broader-spectrum antibiotic use among regular GPs, likely due to patient retention and time-efficiency incentives. Policy interventions, such as monitoring of prescriptions depending on the remuneration type or adjustments to the remuneration scheme (e.g., antibiotic-related pay-for-performance), could promote prudent prescribing. Further research is needed on prescription appropriateness and quality impacts.