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Sheetal Chawla

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Could technology make health care more human?

Or have the divisive opinions of the health care community left this question unanswered?


Kevin Hahm

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Physician mergers: Antitrust trends and considerations

Antitrust scrutiny of physician combinations likely will remain a key area of focus for enforcement as consolidation of physician practices continues through acquisitions by health systems, payers, and private equity firms.


Atul Pathiyal, MPH

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5 questions primary care physicians should ask as Medicare Advantage enrollment continues to grow

Despite some tumult in the market, tailwinds that have propelled Medicare Advantage popularity persist in 2023. The competitive complexity and changes have far-reaching implications for health care services organizations whose businesses are built on serving this important segment.


Gwen Mergian

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Health technology eases anxiety in patients with chronic conditions, study finds

All technology interventions substantially improved mental health, but those supported by physicians and other providers were shown to be most effective.


Natalie Dopp

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Recruiting strategies for primary care physicians

Here’s how to combine best practices, technology and people to find the staff you need.



Rob Schile

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Amid disruption, how do we "future proof" health care?

The pandemic’s profound impact on the industry has only heightened with staffing shortages and health care legislation complexities.


Christopher Morse, PhD

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How the right communication strategy can reduce the impact of a patient’s health crisis

Providing clear and simple instructions reduces patients’ uncertainty and fear when confronted with bad news


Yousuf Zafar, MD, MHS, FASCO

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The Power of data and working together to solve health crisis

Healthcare professionals and policy makers must act, as we go from the crisis phase of the pandemic, to managing an ongoing public health risk.



Michael Meucci
Michael Meucci

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How the health care data supply chain can help Medicaid

Medicaid programs can become more data-driven in their decision-making to drive better performance and more equity in value-based agreements.


Jason Hogg, MBA

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Safeguarding patient data in an era of interconnected health care systems

Key steps for strengthening cyber defenses in health care settings


Hitesh Mehta

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Beyond good ideas: How purpose and grit shape and drive start-up success in health care

Physicians and entrepreneurs are smart, but they need persistence and drive to get their businesses past the ‘no’ phase of development.


Manik Bhat, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Healthify

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Funding community efforts to address social determinants of health

Now, more than ever, health care organizations need to develop sustainable partnerships within their communities


Phoebe A. Nelson

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Understand the audit risks and penalties from some cardiology codes

How the CMS definition of cardiovascular surveillance is leading to significant recoupments from cardiology practices


Amanda Hansen

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How to keep your patients happy: 6 steps to reduce long wait times and improve patient satisfaction

Long wait times can negatively impact the patient experience and be highly detrimental to your practice’s financial stability. Here’s how to minimize them.


Gavin White

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Can hospital ADT notifications change the game for value-based care? One Aledade case study shows what is possible

When hospitals communicate with primary care physicians, good things can happen for patients and their doctors.


Clarice Holmes, RN

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How implementing advanced health care technology solutions benefits providers and payers

Technology-driven platforms lead to better-informed decisions that aid all stakeholders


Carl Cadregari

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Important cybersecurity regulation updates for healthcare organizations

Everything you need to know about the latest government regulations on cybersecurity


Livleen Gill, MBA, RDN, LDN, FAND

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Medication alone will not end obesity

Obesity is a complex disease that requires treatment both individualized and multifaceted.


Angela Humphreys

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5 issues to consider before selling a medical practice

Many of these items should be addressed in advance of going to market or accepting indications of interest from potential buyers.


Michael L. Kaufman, MSW, PhD

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How physicians can practice leadership, not just practice medicine, in their offices

Integrate these five leadership skills to invigorate your patients, your staff, and your business.


Marilyn Bartlett

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Healthcare legislation must codify hospital price transparency rule

Employers and patients need access to these actual health plan rates to know what they are expected to pay.


David Smith

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The benefits and challenges of implementing remote patient monitoring

RPM has potential to reduce costs and workload, but reimbursement and ease of use obstacles remain


Shirley H. Lee, CRNP-FNP, MPH

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Capturing specialty practice revenue

Three tips and tricks for practices looking to boost the bottom line.


Julianna Wokurka

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5 questions primary care physicians should ask as Medicare Advantage enrollment continues to grow

Despite some tumult in the market, tailwinds that have propelled Medicare Advantage popularity persist in 2023. The competitive complexity and changes have far-reaching implications for health care services organizations whose businesses are built on serving this important segment.


Tony Little, ND

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FTC action on PBMs could be just what the doctor ordered to improve patient outcomes

A primer on prescription drug prices, pharmacy benefit managers, government action, and why physicians need to be heard.


Erica Galvez

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Can hospital ADT notifications change the game for value-based care? One Aledade case study shows what is possible

When hospitals communicate with primary care physicians, good things can happen for patients and their doctors.