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Arpita Dutt

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ASCO 2014 Put These Biotech Stocks in Focus

Several companies presented data on their approved and experimental oncology drugs at this year's ASCO meeting, and these biotech stocks look poised for growth.


Robert J. Mintz, JD

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Are Secret Accounts and Offshore Havens Gone for Good?

Secret accounts in Switzerland or the Cayman Islands are being closed down to U.S. residents because of some new attacks by the IRS.


Linda Stotsky, Principal Consultant, LSC Physician Business Growth Services

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Interoperability and Risk

The future of interoperability is sharing critical information at the point of care, providing all physicians within a patient's care continuum with a longitudinal medical record.


Anthony Criscuolo, CFP, EA

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Save on Taxes, This Year and Beyond

There's still time to cut your 2014 federal income taxes, plus create a more tax-efficient strategy for 2015 and beyond.


Todd Kunkler

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Study: Nearly a Third of Doctors Wouldn't Report an Impaired or Inept Colleague

One in three physicians who know a colleague is impaired or incompetent would not report that person to the proper authorities, a new survey reports. Doctors, has this ever happened to you?


Stephen A. Pedneault, CPA/CFF, CFE, FCPA

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Employee Embezzlement: Maximizing Your Recovery

While some practices have implemented controls for preventing and detecting employee theft and embezzlement chances are they are out of date or no longer being followed. That complacency can prove costly.


Ryan Black

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Healthcare Employees Have Highest Asthma Rates

A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with over 200,000 respondents in more than 20 states, indicates that adults working in the healthcare and social services field have higher incidence of asthma than people employed in any other industry.


Cory Schultz

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New Dedicated Medical Smartphone Released

The fully featured health care smartphone gives patients and consumers a wide range of embedded medical sensors, wellness-related apps, cloud-based services and 24/7 call center support.


Monica Kaden, MBA, ASA

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The State of Medicine on the Provider Side

While it is noble to try to provide insurance to every citizen in our country, we cannot do it on the backs of our providers (physicians, medical students and hospitals).


Gene Barker, CPA

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Limitations for High-Income Taxpayers

High-income taxpayers will face caps on tax breaks when they file their tax returns next year. This means they might not be able to deduct all of their home mortgage interest or charitable contributions.


Michael Tomsic, WFAE

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Military Medics Face Steep Barriers in Transition to Civilian Medicine

When military medics leave the armed forces, they bring with them above-average knowledge of trauma care and acute medical career. Yet without traditional medical credentials, they often face hurdles continuing their careers in the civilian world.


Jordan Fensterman, Esq.

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Discount Websites a Bad Deal for Doctors

Discount, coupon and other "deal" websites such as Groupon and Living Social have attracted tremendous interest among health care providers, but they should exercise extreme caution before entering into any agreements.


Brian Bastis, CPA

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Eight Financial Steps to Setting Up a New Practice

You wouldn't run a marathon without creating and sticking to a training program. Forgo one and you won't have the endurance to make it to the finish line. So why would you dive headlong into opening a medical practice without fully understanding all of its financial aspects?


Kevin P. Sweeney, JD, CFP®

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Planning to Prepare for Clients' Needs as They Age

With an aging client population comes certain changes in health that could affect a firm’s ability to provide wealth management services to their clients.


Louis G. Scatigna

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Unless You're Wealthy, Never Buy a New Car

As a depreciating asset, a car is an investment that is guaranteed to decline in value. How you buy and finance a car can make a huge difference in your financial health.


Justin T. Barnes

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ARRA and Beyond: How to Select a Stimulus-ready EHR for the Life of Your Practice and Your Patients

Now that CMS and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology have released meaningful use criteria, physicians have a checklist for selecting the right HER to assure they'll meet the standards. And there's still time.


Richard Ferri

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Commodities: No Panacea for a Bad Stock Market

A simple thought experiment demonstrates the long-term yield of commodities. Purchase shares of an S&P index fund, a long-term bond, and a piece of wood, and lock them away for 25 years. Which will be worth more when you finally open the safe?


Mark W. Balog, CPA

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The Right Rx for Setting Up a New Medical Practice

As a resident or new physician, or a physician considering a change in your current situation, starting a new medical practice brings with it a laundry list of questions in regards to carrying out your mission. Here are the main questions to consider.


Eric Jansen, ChFC®

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Protect Your Investments Following Fed's Decision to Raise Rates

The Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates last week has sent ripples through the global economy. But you may be feeling the impact a bit closer to home, if you’ve looked at your portfolio. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to protect your investments. Read on, particularly if you’re heavily invested in bonds.


Scott Brown, PhD

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5 Characteristics of the Perfect Momentum Stock

Momentum trading is a strategy where an investor tries to capitalize on a stock's trend in hopes of riding the move further. Using these guidelines, momentum investors can rack up startling returns.


Craig Charney

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Palin, Pundits and the People

Before the clamor of the second presidential debate tonight, let's re-examine the conventional wisdom that Republican Sarah Palin performed well in the Oct. 2 vice-presidential debate.


Keith Kamperschroer, CPA, CHCC

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How to Find Money Under Your Own Roof

If someone were to tell you there are thousands of dollars hidden somewhere in your building, would you look for it? Medical practices are prime candidates for a cost segregation study, which can save thousands in taxes.


Lisa Silber, CPA

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Life After Residency

Leaving residency or fellowship is the time physicians have to decide whether to remain employed by a hospital or go into private practice. Each scenario has pros and cons depending on lifestyle preferences.


Jeff Brown, MD

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Is There Such a Thing as “Good Advice”?

Good advice – it’s the hardest thing in the world to find, but let’s start with this mental trick from Wharton Professor Rom Schrift. When you are facing any decision among choices, financial, or otherwise, add the option of “do nothing” to the list.


Gina Mitchell

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Tax Time is Financial Planning Time

With tax refund checks now rolling in for Americans, many are deciding whether to splurge on luxurious items, such as an entertainment center or a vacation, or pay off that annoying credit card debt. While the short-term boost is welcome, tax time also provides a reminder to think about your long-term financial picture.


Kelsey, Oyster.com

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Seven Underrated Beach Destinations

When going to a new destination, many of us stick to the beaten path. But once you've been to a tourist-filled beach spot, you may be more interested in heading somewhere a tad more under-the-radar on your next visit.


Dave Dyer

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What Happened to Gold's Luster?

Gold prices were very volatile last week, declining 13% over two days before rebounding. What is happening to gold prices and how should it continue to be used (if at all) in your investment portfolio?


Jenny L Harmon, CPA

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Medical Fraud Right Under Your Nose

Are you staying vigilant for the various types of medical fraud that might be happening in your practice? Here are the high-risk areas and how to protect yourself.


Jane, Oyster.com

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The Best Months to Visit 6 European Cities in 2014

Europe is a popular destination year-round, so we've come up with an expert guide for how to spend six months in Europe. Here are the best European cities for each month.


Farah Moustafa

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Who is Making Your Medical App?

Medical apps are one of the fastest growing sectors in the app market, and a new responsibility arising is management of transparency and conflict of interest issues surrounding these apps.