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Yanira Cruz, MPH, DrPH

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We must protect access to prescription drugs for marginalized seniors

America's poorest seniors could soon find it much harder to get the medicines they need.


David McCormick

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Unlocking the potential of remote patient monitoring

People, process, technology and finance are keys to success


Brett Hina

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5 tips for hitting your year-end business goals

Time for a mid-year check-in to make sure you are on track


Greg McKinney

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How data helps physicians improve operations and achieve health equity goals

Federal agencies are taking steps to embed systemic health equity practices into their policies and operations to fortify the resilience of our nation's healthcare system and help all Americans reach optimal health outcomes.


April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN

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Response: Full practice authority for nurse practitioners needed to address physician shortage

We are facing a primary care crisis in this country that existed before COVID-19, but which has most certainly been exacerbated by it.


Nicole Fick

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Medical practice efficiency is possible even with a small staff

Yes, medical practices are struggling with staffing during the Great Resignation. But you can still get stuff done with a small staff.


Heather Randall, PhD

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Payment tokenization: What it is and what it does for health care

Store patients’ payment data for future use securely and with less risk


Ada D. Stewart, MD, FAAFP

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Primary care physicians must listen, educate, vaccinate

Back-to-school season is prime time to reach parents and children about immunizations.


Evan Steele

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Pushing past average: How to create a stellar online reputation and improve patient experiences

Why great medical practices have mediocre online reviews, and how they can be improved through the power of the patient voice.


Richard Payerchin

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25 years of patient safety: Getting physicians involved, part 2 — ‘Reach out to the business community’

Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, discusses the organization’s 25th anniversary and more.


Neal K. Shah

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Fighting back against claim denials: How AI can empower physicians and patients

Insurers use artificial intelligence to review and deny insurance claims. It’s time to use technology to turn the tables.


Austin Ward

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7 ways coding automation can help capture reimbursement

Automation can play a large role in your coding strategy.


John J Russell, MD, FAAFP

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Future of Influenza Vaccination and Takeaway Points

Jason Lee, M.S., Ph.D.(c), and John J. Russell, M.D., discuss the future of influenza vaccination and provide key takeaways from the study.


Karlene Kerfoot PhD, RN, FAAN

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Optimized health care operations paramount to reducing the workforce shortage and improving patient care

To thrive in 2023 and beyond, organizations need to devise ways to continue delivering exceptional care without placing more stress on their workforce.


Eddie J. Brito

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Inefficient EHRs hamper care professionals differently by role

Can the next generation of EHRs solve the problems of the current generation?


Chris Martini

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How digital tools can help practices succeed in value-based care

Employing the right technology can bring improvement in key performance metrics


Ram Shastry

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Information security and compliance: Solving for 3 security pain points

Cyberattacks on health care call for a security refresh. Here are common challenges and their solutions.


Laura Petracek, Ph.D., LCSW

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Primary care doctors play a crucial role in treating alcoholism

Screening and timely interventions can improve patient outcomes while reducing costs


Melanie Igwe

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How primary care physicians can harness apps for a new age of patient care

Caring for patients with autoimmune diseases is a team sport. Here’s a way for technology to tie your team together.


B.J. Boyle

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5 Care Transition Takeaways From COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic has also revealed valuable lessons to help us navigate these turbulent times.


Rajini Jayasuriya

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Will payers fund more services in preventive care?

Payers have been slow to reimburse for preventive care. Is that changing?


Jeff Davis

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CARES Act compliance for physicians: The provider relief fund, explained

What to know about the provider relief fund and how to avoid costly mistakes in the use of the funding.


Conrad L. Flick, MD, FAAFP

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It’s time to address the needs of primary care

As the backbone of the health care system, primary care doctors need more resources and greater support from policymakers


Rick Farrell

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Maximizing care facility efficiency through staff collaboration

The importance of collaboration in health care organizations, the challenges it faces, and its direct impact on patient care.


Wesley D. Millican

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Considering a practice change? Five signs it may not be a fit

Before switching jobs, make sure you are making the right move


Michael S. Adelberg

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Will telemedicine create perfect competition?

Will telemedicine upend the economics of health care?


Kristin Quinlan

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Why it’s expensive to invest in low-cost interpreting services

While it can be tempting to opt for the lowest-price interpreting service, that decision could compromise service quality and incur higher costs in the long run.


Marlo Robinson, DNP, JD, RN

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Health care at a crossroads: Addressing workforce demand with innovation and inclusion

As the American population ages and the need for health care grows, physicians aren’t the only clinicians in short supply. Here’s a report on the state of the medical workforce – and how doctors can help.


Ericka Podesta McCoy

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Beyond demographics: Understanding the values that drive women's health care choices

How marketers can increase visibility among women looking for trusted physicians and health care brands.


Angela Fitch, MD, FACP, FOMA

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Why We Need to Rethink Treating Obesity With Physical Activity

There may be better ways to treat obesity that are more effective.