Keith A. Reynolds is the editor of Physicians Practice.
Report: Family caregivers should be integrated into healthcare teams
Steps must be taken to bring these millions of family caregivers into the healthcare team.
Coronavirus: FDA grants EUA to Eli Lilly antibody treatment
The neutralizing antibody is authorized for use in adult and pediatric COVID-19 patients over 12 who’ve tested positive and are at risk for a severe infection or hospitalization.
Pfizer coronavirus vaccine candidate shows high efficacy
The candidate was shown to be more than 90 percent effective in preventing COVID-19 infection.
Free webinar on long-term COVID-19 effects
The MJH Life Sciences COVID-19 Coalition will discuss the pandemic’s clinical impact and mental health effects.
U.S. Supreme Court to hear ACA challenge next week
While the world watches the presidential election, the fate of the ACA will be in the High Court’s hands a week later.
Upcoming free webinar turns focus to long-term COVID-19 effects
Physician organizations decry coronavirus fraud claims
As the COVID-19 pandemic wears on and President Donald J. Trump’s fortunes seem to falter, unfounded claims that physicians are lying about the disease are on the rise.
ADA calls for unity during American Diabetes Month
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has made managing diabetes more important than ever.
Coronavirus: ACP presses preventive measures
With infections on the rise at the start of flu season, the need for measures to limit transmission is as strong as ever.
Healthcare facilities targeted for ransomware attacks
A government alert warns of an increased and imminent cybercrime threat against U.S. hospitals and healthcare providers.
Coronavirus: CMS releases plan for vaccine patient price, reimbursement
The interim final rule with comment period would make the vaccine free to patients on Medicare and on most private health plans.
Coronavirus: Physician practices in financial trouble
Reduced volume, decreased revenue, and increased expenses due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic are to blame.
Coronavirus: Healthcare organizations call on Congress for Medicare relief
In a letter to congressional leaders of both parties, the heads of four healthcare organizations asked for an extension of the moratorium on Medicare sequester cuts until the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus: FDA approves remdesivir for hospitalized patients
The approval does not cover use with the entire population covered under the prior emergency use authorization.
MGMA Stat poll: Physicians oppose mandatory Medicare APMs
Respondents prefer flexibility and choice in value-based payment reform.
What’s happening in Washington D.C. with health care?
MGMA Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Anders Gilberg gives a glimpse at what’s happening on the Hill
MGMA 2020: Preparing financially for a post-COVID-19 world
As the pandemic wreaks financial ruin on practices across the country, physician leaders need to begin to plan for their financial futures after the pandemic has passed.
Coronavirus: Worry looms over vaccines
Concerns over efficacy and politics clouds hope for a vaccine to end the COVID-19 pandemic.
MGMA 2020: Building self-awareness to become a better leader
Organizational psychologist Tasha Eurich gives insight into how becoming a self-aware leader can help a practice thrive.
Coronavirus: Pfizer CEO says company to seek EUA for vaccine after election
In an open letter, CEO Albert Bouria sought to give clarity to the drug’s development timeline.
AMA Study: Competition shrinks as health insurance markets concentrate
The study also found that payer sway in a region hurts not only patient care, but also physician pay.
Winning business strategies for medical groups
The MGMA report also offers insights on how organizations who are performing well have tackled the COVID-19 pandemic.
Study: Patient location affects risk of chronic conditions
Researchers at Mount Sinai have found a connection between where a person lives and their likelihood of developing chronic conditions.
5 tips on improving patient satisfaction and boosting revenue
These tips from MGMA can help your practice bounce back from the economic effects of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus: Regeneron seeks EUA for antibody cocktail treatment
The drug was administered to President Donald J. Trump after his diagnosis last week and he has touted it as a “cure” to the deadly disease.
Coronavirus: Millions could lose employer-sponsored health insurance
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has led to an estimated 14.6 million Americans being in danger of losing their health insurance.
New California law releases nurse practitioners from physician oversight
The state will be the 29th to allow nurse practitioners to practice without a physician.
AMA calls for modifications to the proposed Medicare 2021 fee schedule
The organization says the Medicare fee schedule should reflect changes brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus: Mask mandates limit spread, study finds
The Canadian study found that mask mandates can limit the spread of COVID-19 by 25 to 46 percent.
Americans pay much more for insulin than patients in other countries, study finds
A study found insulin costs in the U.S. are higher than in 32 comparison countries.