
Official death toll is almost 6 million, but excess deaths indicate far more may have died from COVID than reported
Todd Shryock is managing editor of Medical Economics.

Official death toll is almost 6 million, but excess deaths indicate far more may have died from COVID than reported

AMA analysis shows three-year surge

May stop cycle of inflammation that can lead to diabetes and depression

Over-medicating may lead to adverse drug interactions and make their dementia worse

Researchers also advocate for more NP and PA authority

Disparity almost the same as four years ago

Skipping physicians for convenience not the best way for patients to receive care says AMA

Study shows that people who live in communities with higher levels of racial prejudice have higher rates of heart disease and mental health problems.

Vast majority of medical groups say prior auths continue to increase

Rural areas lag well behind their urban counterparts when it comes to COVID-19 vaccinations

211 possible cases involving hospitals and physicians have been reported through the ONC portal

Emergency department visits are a big contributor

Margins were negative for the first time in 11 months

There are no specific threats at this time, but the U.S. government is warning all organizations to boost security as a precaution

Doctors face increased burnout rates, loss of autonomy and greater financial threats from nonphysician practitioners

Nearly $19 billion in total aid has been distributed to providers since November 2021

Almost a quarter are thinking about leaving health care after two years of a pandemic

Data shows some encouraging trends, but filling positions proving difficult with costs increasing

Many will be forced to forgo care or return to the workforce to pay health care bills

Learn about tax planning, remote patient monitoring, concierge medicine, and coding at the March 31 event.

Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act aims to help physicians receive mental health assistance without jeopardizing their licenses.

Clinics will be co-branded with VillageMD

Health care and social workers combined for more injuries and illnesses than any other industry in the nation

29 HRSA-funded health centers to receive boost in technology to improve outcomes

Robert Califf was approved in a 50-46 vote by the senate

Report shows public’s desire for more convenience and empathy

Just 14.3% of hospitals complying with rule meant to encourage consumer price shopping

Big pharma and investors focusing on other segments despite the need for new therapeutics

Physicians get a temporary reprieve from Congress, but payment challenges loom.

Practices that don’t develop and regularly review a budget are missing out on a tool that can provide warning signs of financial trouble.