Jared Kaltwasser

Here's a look at the 5 most popular stories on Physician's Money Digest for the week ending Aug. 21.

As a new class of medical students begins their studies this fall, here's a look at the eight schools with the most competitive admissions processes.

Here's a look at the top five stories on Physician's Money Digest for the week ending Aug. 7

The post-recession economic recovery has been uneven, with vastly different results from one state to the next. Here's a look at the states with the most job growth since 2009.

The recession ended seven years ago, but the health of the nation's housing markets varies widely by region. Here's a look at 10 of the metropolitan regions that are in the best shape.

An EHR executive says the healthcare industry needs will have its "own Internet" within the next five years. That story tops this week's PMD Critical List. Also on the List: Concerns that physicians are failing to adequately advise new mothers and a new CDC report which finds a small percentage of physicians are largely responsible for the overabundance of antibiotic prescriptions.

Here's a look at the five stories that had the most readers for the week of July 20.

The American Medical Association says it has serious concerns about a mega-merger announced Friday between two of the nation's largest private health insurance companies.

There are many factors that affect the age at which a person retires. One factor is where they live. These 11 countries have some of the earliest retirement ages in the world.

The fast-consolidating health insurance industry is about to be rocked by another mega-merger, according to published reports.

Summer time means a bump in energy consumption, as we crank up the air conditioner or hit the open road. The precise price tag of the energy we use can vary greatly by state.

In most areas of life, the old saying "You get what you pay for" holds true. But when it comes to healthy dining options, the more expensive option may not be the best.

The former administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will now lead the trade group for the nation's private insurers.

Though the economic recession technically ended back in 2009, the recovery has been uneven. These 8 states continue to struggle the most, according to a new report.

If you're having second thoughts about your Greek vacation, it may be too late to get your money back, according to a travel insurance comparison site.

A strong majority of Americans – including smokers – say the nation should raise the minimum age for tobacco sales to 21, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

From sea to shining sea, America has always been best viewed from the open road. These 11 states offer some of the best scenery for those looking to hit the road this summer.

While patients who use the Affordable Care Act's tax credits to buy health insurance are the most directly affected by the Supreme Court's King vs. Burwell ruling, the ripple effects of the decision are much wider.

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court on Thursday upheld nationwide subsidies for people who meet income qualifications and buy insurance on a federal or state marketplace. The plaintiffs had argued the subsidies were only authorized for state-run exchanges.

In a new survey, 80% of patients said the availability of up-front cost estimates would influence their choice of a healthcare provider, the same percentage as said bedside manner was a key factor.

Senior financial executives in the healthcare industry continue to ramp up spending in information technology, but only a small percentage say they'll spend more on administrative staff and services.

A well-known healthcare futurist on Tuesday told the Healthcare Financial Management Association to expect changes in the expectations of employers and employees, a larger emphasis on value, and increased consolidation in the coming decade.

"Value" has been a buzzword in healthcare for several years now, but according to a new report, there's still work to be done to close "the value loop" and engage consumers in the effort.

Approximately 14.6 million people were millionaires last year, though about 90% had between $1 million and $5 million in assets. These countries are home to the bulk of those millionaires.

The Food and Drug Administration this week said that partially hydrogenated oils, the main source of trans fats in food, are no longer generally considered safe in foods. Trans fats have been a health concern for years, yet they linger on the nutrition labels of several common foods.

Nearly 1 million people became millionaires in 2014, and more than half of those newly minted millionaires came from the US and China, according to a new survey.

Anyone who watches news or sports on TV is no doubt familiar with the scores of commercials that describe a drug and then tell patients to "Ask your doctor." While many patients will eventually do just that, many more patients head to a more immediate source of information: Dr. Google.

June is designated as "National Safety Month," an annual observance used by the National Safety Council to focus attention on preventing workplace injuries, roadway accidents, and safety lapses at home. Here's a look at the states with the best safety statistics.

A new survey of women doctors shows financially prepared physicians share certain traits. Those who have these traits find themselves fell on their ways to a comfortable retirement.

It's no secret that pharmaceuticals are big business. According to the statistics-tracking website Statista, annual global pharmaceutical sales are ever so close to the trillion-dollar mark, topping $980 billion in 2013, nearly double the sales racked up a decade earlier.