Richard Payerchin

What is the status of telehealth after the COVID-19 pandemic?

Introducing the American Telemedicine Association.

American Medical Association praises decision and calls for more over-the-counter birth control options.

American Telemedicine Association leader spells out what might happen for physicians and patients connecting via the Internet, video, and telephone.

Gas costs go down as food prices rise from June 2022.

Survey finds American adults are avoiding common health screenings that could help save lives.

Survey of physicians, nurses highlights burnout and things that could improve hospital job conditions.

Study uses Medicare data to examine doctors moving their practices or leaving the field.

President, critics split on the economy as monthly tally comes in below average so far in 2023.

President announces federal agencies will tighten loopholes that pad insurance company pockets while leaving consumers in debt.

Latest AMGA survey shows pay also is increasing for advanced practice clinicians.

Additional High Court judgment against considering race in college admissions means diversity in health care will suffer, physician groups say.

Commonwealth Fund lists 18 states where the largest percentage of the population has medical debt.

Commonwealth Fund 2023 Scorecard ranks states, including those with relatively bad performances.

U.S. Department of Justice announces massive ‘two-week nationwide enforcement action’ around nation.

31% of physicians get sued during their careers

Fewer clinic hours may lead to less burnout, but physicians still spend time outside work filling in notes.

Commonwealth Fund’s 2023 scorecard ranks 50 states and District of Columbia.

The American population is aging and could benefit from moving more and building muscle.

U.S. Census Bureau figures show the graying of America, but some counties have populations at least half younger than 30.

Finding may have implications as more people take care of aging relatives around the world.

Study examines prices of 8 procedures and finds other characteristics when doctors are owners.

Also in Washington, physicians and MedPAC back site-neutral payment for in-person care.

As number of deaths climbed, medications were not used evenly around the states, according to a new study.

Commonwealth Fund 2023 Scorecard rates access, disparities, outcomes, and suggests solutions.

U.S. Census Bureau figures show the graying of America.

Bipartisan group of senators, representatives urge regulators to improve process for patients, physicians.

Median age stays the same in just four of the 50 states as Baby Boomers turn grey.

Analysts ponder potential effects of MedPAC report to Congress.

President taps internal medicine physician with government experience.