Todd Shryock is managing editor of Medical Economics.
Kids may think their CAT scans involve real cats because of how you talk to them
Researchers find that children misinterpret common medical phrase and urge health care professionals to simplify communication
The 10 apps collecting the most data about you
Some well-known apps are collecting a surprising amount of data from you. How many of these are on your phone?
Opting out of Medicare
How to stop accepting Medicare in your practice.
Fed cuts interest rate by a quarter point
Central bank indicates only two possible cuts in 2025
Are you accidentally recruiting narcissistic employees to your practice?
Study finds that language used in job postings may be attracting the wrong kind of candidates
AI thinks it can tell whether you drink beer based on your knee X-ray
Study found that AI is seeing patterns in data and jumping to conclusions
The top risks medical practices face in 2025
The biggest risks medical practices will face in 2025 - and what you can do about them.
What are the other risks practices face in 2025?
2025 presents many unique risks to medical practices. Here's what you need to know.
What are the cybersecurity risks to your practice in 2025?
Health care continues to be a top target for hackers. Here are the risks for 2025.
Are you prepared if a natural disaster shuts down your practice?
Natural disasters are becoming more common and more severe. What are the dangers to your practice and how can you prepare?
What will happen to malpractice rates in 2025?
The malpractice insurance market is facing a number of challenges. What does that mean for rates in 2025?
What can physicians do to prevent burnout on their staff?
Burnout isn't limited to physicians. What can be done to make sure your staff doesn't burn out?
Should physicians who work at or do business with rural hospitals be worried?
Rural hospitals have really struggled to stay open in recent years - a trend that looks to continue in 2025. Do physicians affiliated with rural hospitals need to worry about their future?
Why is reimbursement going down when costs are going up?
A discussion on the factors driving reimbursement down as costs in health care continue to rise.
The links between well-being and productivity that you need to know
Mental health plays a major role in how well employees perform
Are hospitals upcoding patients to boost revenue?
RAND study found hospitals have increased how frequently they say patients need the highest level of care
Business group sounds the alarm on historic surge in health care costs for 2025
Employers face tough decisions on health care coverage as costs continue to rise.
Primary care could hold the key to early dementia risk detection
Study finds that primary care physicians have an opportunity to identify and possibly mitigate dementia long before symptoms become apparent
When it comes to critical medical decisions, AI is mostly guessing
Study found that AI struggles with understanding complex medical codes, even when specifically trained for medicine
Experts urge safe implementation of AI in health care through new guidance
Guidance takes a pragmatic approach to managing AI systems in clinical practice
Who needs a doctor when you have a glass of water?
Study found multiple benefits for patients who stay hydrated
Two stars: Fewer people leave positive reviews for health care facilities post-COVID
Study finds a notable shift in the public perception of care after the pandemic
If tariffs go through, the cost of most medical devices will go up
With the majority of devices manufactured outside the U.S., any increase in tariffs is likely to drive up health care costs
Your patients’ browsing habits may be driving their negative moods
Poor mental health can be driven by online browsing choices - but a free tool can help
Is a lack of understanding driving alcohol-related deaths in the U.S.?
Researchers find an alarming rise in alcohol-related deaths and a lack of public understanding of the risks from drinking
CMS reports strong start to 2025 marketplace open enrollment, builds on record-setting success
Nearly 500,000 uninsured signed up for coverage in 2025
Study highlights alarming life expectancy gap in the U.S.
Researchers issue a call for action on health disparities among ethnic groups
Global medical costs to increase by double digits for third straight year, survey finds
Rising utilization and pharmacy costs, along with new technologies, blamed for the rise
Dallas jury finds practice liable for Medicare fraud that could result in more than $300 million in penalties
Jury finds that more than 20,000 false claims were filed
The top 15 data points that hackers steal from you
When data gets leaked to hackers, you might be surprised what they most commonly access