Medical Economics TV

Telehealth has been positive for both doctors and patients, but challenges remain.

Is this a valid argument?

Private payers initially embraced telehealth, but some remain wary about a full commitment.

Many patients who used telehealth have since returned to in-office visits

In the past, Medicare primarily focused telehealth benefits on rural areas where care could be hard to access.

What did the federal government get right and wrong about telehealth?

Telehealth has helped patients, but better technology is still needed.

Tips on how to launch a clinically integrated network

Watching hospital systems poach physicians and buy up practices led to the creation of IPCLI

Small practices must overcome the culture of viewing each other as competitors if they are to survive.

The technology trends coming in 2021 that physicians need to know about, on this week’s Medical Economics Pulse.

How the optimal size for a CIN is determined

The ability to remain independent has many benefits

What should physicians avoid doing? Neil Baum, M.D., breaks it down on Five Minute Practice Fix.

How IPCLI has integrated data from its members’ EHR systems

Being part of IPCLI enabled members to share practical advice and provide moral support

Being part of a CIN provides small practices with greater access

Belonging to a CIN has helped Rogu understand the challenges other practices face

Establishing the IPCLI required many steps

George Rogu, MD, describes the biggest obstacle he faced

How can physicians get started on a profitable remote patient monitoring program?

A pandemic means new malpractice risks for physicians. We discuss, on today's Medical Economics Pulse.

Bad news requires truthfulness and an emphasis on the future.

Start by being present and timely, and avoid spin at all costs.

Look at examples outside your organization to help you find what’s working, and make solid plans for the future.

Having a team that focuses on the “now” and one that focuses on what happens after the pandemic is a good first step.

What business tax prep do physicians need to do now? Find out, on today's Medical Economics Pulse.

What has the COVID-19 pandemic taught us about the role of remote monitoring devices in helping doctors track patient health data and improve outcomes? Josh Claman, CEO of medical software developer Rimidi, discusses the clinical and financial benefits of remote monitoring with Medical Economics editorial director Chris Mazzolini.

When people are suffering at work, it can impact their performance.

Start with trust and seek out people who will be candid with you.