Explaining the impending Medicare payment cuts
The Medicare cuts are deeper than advertised.
2023 health care policy forecast: Gridlock with a chance of cooperation
Analysts predict next two years of Congress, the president jockeying in Washington.
Who’s competing with physicians for office workers?
When office or medical staff leave for better pay.
AMA to form gun violence task force for safety advocacy, litigation
‘We cannot continue to live this way,’ association president says a day after shooting kills three at University of Virginia.
7 Ways to find more work-life balance as a physician
In this day and age, overworking has become the norm, but that doesn’t mean it should be.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Nov. 15, 2022
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
HLTH 2022: What is the potential of value-based care?
Panelists highlight care options unavailable under fee-for-service model
Health insurance spending on social determinants of health: 7 categories
New study analyzes where the money goes toward SDOH.
Use technology to make it easier for patients to schedule appointments
Tech company surveys patients who say online experience with doctors’ offices is not great.
HLTH 2022: CMS Administrator calls for greater public, private cooperation to improve health care
Government and private sector often don’t understand each other’s role in providing care, says Chiquita Brooks-LaSure.
Lifetime health care expenses may top $700k for insured Americans
Survey shows respondents underestimated annual cost of care by 145%
Pay flexibility in smaller practices
Here’s why small practices may adjust pay more quickly than large health systems.
Physician organizations oppose congressional scope expansion of non-physician providers
Legislation would vastly expand scope of practice for nurse practitioners and other non-physicians
HLTH Conference begins in Vegas: What physicians need to know
The fifth annual event is drawing thousands of healthcare leaders and innovators to Las Vegas.
Private insurance companies spend $1.87B on social determinants of health
It’s a lot of money, but a drop in the bucket compared to profits, according to a new study.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Nov. 14, 2022
American Telemedicine Association advocates on behalf of remote mental health
ATA co-wrote a letter to the Biden administration to try to protect remote access for clinically appropriate care
Quick to the middle
Responding to market forces by being dynamic and flexible with staff pay.
Industry payments start rolling in when new physicians begin practicing
Greater percentages of orthopedic specialists and neurosurgeons accept payments compared to internists, study says.
The pandemic and inflationary impact on the health care system
The pandemic revealed vulnerabilities to our health care system and overall economy, and the impacts are driving up health care spending and the cost of care.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Nov. 11, 2022
VillageMD to take over Summit Health-CityMD
$8.9 billion deal will join 680 provider locations in 26 markets.
It’s a challenge to recruit and retain support staff
Market forces are affecting how physicians can find and keep staff.
Sign up now: Winter Physician Bootcamp is Nov. 17
Health care costs per person vary across 50 states, Washington
Income, price levels, Medicaid expansion all are factors in state-level analysis.
Consumer price index rises less than expected in October
Could be an indication that inflation is starting to cool
Often overlooked factors when selling a practice that can leave money on the table
How do partners ensure a successful outcome when selling their medical practice?
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Nov. 10, 2022
Four annuity enhancements that can boost income or savings
These add-ons are well worth considering but look carefully at costs and benefits.
Collaborative platforms drive health care efficiencies and streamline workflow
Easing provider-payer communications frees up resources for improving patient care
