Richard Payerchin is editor of Medical Economics.
‘Global freeloading’ drives up drug prices for Americans, analysis says
Policy center argues patients around the world benefit when Americans pay more than their fair share for research and medicines.
Trump to nominate acting CDC Director Monarez to lead role; Dr. Oz vote coming
Finance Committee ready to send nomination to full Senate, ranking member says.
23andMe genetic testing company bankruptcy raises questions about data privacy
People who requested genetic tests were customers, not patients, so legal protection may be limited.
Match 2025 — By the numbers: a slideshow
A look at the figures from the National Resident Matching Program.
Treating lower back pain, or not; where memories live in the brain; healthy eating on a budget — Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
Match 2025: ACP, AAFP tout new doctors heading for internal, family medicine
Internal medicine is single largest training specialty, according to figures from medical groups.
As measles outbreak grows, primary care physicians can promote vaccines by building trust with patients
Public health experts describe the latest on measles cases in Texas and broader concerns about vaccinations.
Top medical schools for physicians working in primary care – a slideshow
U.S. News & World Report, AAFP tally colleges with physician alumni working in family, internal, and pediatric medicine.
Telehealth is part of Congress’ spending plan, but more is needed, ATA says
Continuing resolution includes some provisions to help Medicare beneficiaries get online visits.
Trump, Congress’ spending plan doesn’t help Medicare reimbursement for docs
MedPAC proposes a new funding formula, but federal budget does not make up gap for 2.83% cut in 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
Telehealth advocates say Congress must not pull the plug on virtual care
ATA policy chief explains congressional power to extend flexibilities that allow Medicare to cover online visits.
Access and transparency, AI challenges, women’s health — what directions are best for primary care?
Three experts weigh in on contemporary issues for the National Academy of Medicine.
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: Physicians have a powerful voice
Congressional action could help or hurt availability of telehealth, which has grown to become a major part of the U.S. health care system.
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: Taking aim at fraud, waste and abuse
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: The digital future of health care
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: Taking examples from the 50 states
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: The most pressing need in policy
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: Bipartisan support, even in an era of political division
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: Use levels in American medicine
Telehealth regulations in Washington, D.C.: Recent history
Trump pulls Weldon nomination to lead CDC; CMS pick Dr. Oz scheduled for hearing on Friday
Weldon has been critical of vaccine safety and efficacy.
The state of primary care: Testing the PCO Flex model
Primary Care Collaborative President and CEO Ann Greiner, MCP, discusses primary care in the U.S. health care system.
The state of primary care: Help from the president and Congress
The state of primary care: Where to start improvements
The state of primary care: A surprising finding
The state of primary care: Reasons why the system fails
The state of primary care: A tale of two cities in American health care
The state of primary care: An introduction
National Academy of Medicine Standing Committee on Primary Care: 12 Perspectives
A roundup of priorities, current trends, concerns and improvements in primary care around the United States.
House spending plan includes some telehealth allowances, but more work is needed
ATA praises continuing resolution, ‘but there remains work to be done,’ ATA leader says.