Lifestyle

Think you know what's covered, and what's not, by your homeowners insurance policy? It's time to look again: A number of insurers have begun to exclude some common hazards that standard homeowners policies traditionally covered.

Up until now, we've been saying, "If you don't have a website, your business or practice doesn't really exist." The new mantra is going to be, "If you don't have a Facebook Page, your business or practice doesn't really exist."

A bad economy and declining healthcare reimbursements are forcing many physicians to work harder for less. Now is the time to examine your practice for ways to cut costs. Here are a few of the most direct ways to find savings.

It used to be that doctors waived or reduced fees for patients facing financial hardship simply out of compassion -- now the act requires a second thought. Something as simple as waiving a co-pay is prohibited today by a thicket of federal and state laws. Before you give in to the urge to do the right thing, consider this.

An Armenian-American crime ring stole the identities of doctors and thousands of patients and created over 100 bogus clinics to defraud the government out of more than $100 million in Medicare payments.

Some lawmakers on Capitol Hill are speculating that a big Republican victory in November could resolve the Medicare "doc fix," putting off pending reimbursement cuts for another 13 months.

A new smartphone app from the founders of Epocrates has the potential to "significantly change the way physicians use their smart phones." But will doctors buy it?

Physicians and the hospitals that employ them should prepare for increasing medical liability costs, rising at a rate that will continue to outpace inflation, a new study estimates.

Fewer than 5% of doctors have an adequate estate plan; for those who do, the upcoming tax-law changes may create even more shortfalls. Here's how to avoid the three biggest -- and most costly -- estate-planning mistakes physicians typically make.

More patients are willing to purchase mobile technology -- such as blood pressure or blood glucose meters -- to monitor their health at home, a new study shows. That's a boon for physicians, who say the devices can cut down on unnecessary office visits by as much as 30%.

Do you have the best job in America? Perhaps not … but your Physician Assistant comes awfully close. PAs came in second place in the "Top 100 Best Jobs in America," according to Money magazine. Eight physician specialties made the list -- is yours one of them?

Cruising coastal California by car can be the vacation itself. Our second stop: Huntington Beach, better known as "Surf City, USA." Everyone here seems to know everyone else -- especially if they surf.

Biotech investors awaited news on a number of promising cancer treatments at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress this week in Milan. Here are some breakthroughs that caught the attention of investment analysts.

The question on every investor's mind: Is gold expensive or is it cheap? In other words, will gold prices move up from here, or is the run in gold over? Before we get to a possible answer, it's important to first understand what an investment in gold really is.

A reader learned of a new business opportunity online, but suspects the company may not be legitimate. Here's how to find out if a company is on the up-and-up, or if you may be a potential victim of an online scam.

Of the roughly 160 million gamers in the U.S., 41% are playing games on social-networking sites such as Facebook. Which games are the most addictive? This week Newsweek magazine counts down Facebook's Top 5.

If you've ever wanted to dabble in the stock market, but were wary of going it alone, these Top 10 tips will help you get you started investing -- and keep you from making common rookie mistakes.

In pop-culture, golf, doctors and money often go together. In reality, I've never met a doctor who takes the mythic Wednesday afternoon off to play golf. For those of you interested in getting started, or just interested in having a dialog about this endlessly fascinating pursuit, let me review a few basics based upon my experience.

A physician's life can be very stressful. In addition to stress coming from the workplace and at home, doctors suffer from their own Type A personalities. The key to relieving that stress is to find the proper balance in your life. Here's how.

At a recent conference, a simple new device was unveiled that simultaneously makes the force of CPR chest compressions more effective, while holding the iPhone in a position where the screen is visible displaying useful information.

It's a burden most graduates fresh out of medical school carry: Six-figure student-loan debt. As physicians move through residency and fellowship, one of their common concerns is how to best transition from suffocating debt to investing income. Here are some strategies for conquering the beast.

Friday's unemployment numbers are being watched closely by investors and unless surprising strength in the labor market emerges, it could bring the stock market back from September's heady run. Pressure has become broad-based, such that all 10 major sectors in the broader market are now in the red.

Increased access to the Internet and the profusion of quality information online are helping patients become more informed and empowered about their healthcare -- and that's a good thing, for patients and their doctors.

A terrific little animated video from the Kaiser Family Foundation explains in layman's terms just what's in store for Americans under Healthcare Reform. The video also doesn't shy away from highlighting the vociferous opinions of the naysayers and yaysayers.

Government auctions can be a boon for bargain hunters. Up for sale is everything from real estate and cars to yachts and jewelry -- even medical instruments and office equipment. Our experts offer tips on how to name your price and seal the deal.

Have you ever been on a receiving end of a blatantly flattering comment from a sales associate or a financial advisor? There's a reason for that: It works. Researchers found that people respond positively to flattery, even when they know the flatterer has an ulterior motive.

Cruising coastal California by car can be the vacation itself. Our first stop: Redondo Beach, which manages to combine some of the upscale urban life of Los Angeles with the laid-back coastal culture that defines Southern California.

A new report says that as healthcare reform takes shape, nurses will have to take on a greater role. Not so fast, says the AMA.

According to a new study, about 13% of parents with health insurance say they have not sought pediatrician-recommended care for their children because of costs.

Investing in downtrodden stocks in an up market can be risky -- often there is a fundamental weakness that keeps a stock price low. But if you'd like to take a shot at bottom-fishing, here are a few guidelines to keep in mind.