Patient age, body mass index, gender, race, comorbidities can affect prediabetes diagnosis
Screenings are appropriate, but diagnosis and treatment are “less consistent,” according to study.
App helps diabetes patients better engage in their care
Constant communication and education are critical to help patients manage their diabetes symptoms and avoid costly complications.
Most men feel healthier than most other men, so they skip primary care appointments
Survey finds 38% of men tend to pet health more than their own, but physician notes screenings are needed.
Annual inflation rises to 8.6% in May, highest since December 1981
Medical care index, not counting energy, up 4% for year.
The secret behind the success of Better Together
Better Together appeals to female physicians for a variety of reasons.
Three disruptive digital healthcare trends to watch for the rest of 2022
More than two years into the pandemic, the healthcare industry has been altered tremendously.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: June 10, 2022
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Mortality gap widened as politics influenced U.S. health years before pandemic hit
Studies examine COVID-19 and other causes of death in counties leaning Republican or Democratic.
The reason Better Together was created
Adrienne Mann, MD, and Tyra Fainstad, MD, share the moment they knew physicians needed a program like Better Together.
Physician license actions declining for substance use, psychological, physical impairments
Study suggests support offerings for physician mental health.
The threats and opportunities facing primary care physicians
A recent survey of primary care physicians outlined what they see as the major threats and opportunities facing the profession.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: June 9, 2022
Feds take aim at pharmacy benefit managers as prescription drug prices skyrocket
Federal Trade Commission says PBMs use “highly complicated” contracts to wield “enormous influence."
The difference between Better Together coaching and traditional therapy
Although there is some overlap with cognitive behavioral therapy, Better Together is different.
Quality, ease of use, type of care are factors in choosing telehealth over in-person patient visits
Study analyzes clinician, patient preferences for primary care, mental health and specialty care.
10 tips to get a raise from your payers
Negotiating a successful payer contract increase is possible for those willing to craft a thoughtful, data-driven argument for why they deserve more money.
FDA committee recommends Novavax vaccine for those aged 18 and older
Study finds 90.4% efficacy and low incidence of adverse effects for two-dose regimen.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: June 8, 2022
Investment and Planning Strategies during Market Decline: Tips from Syed Nishat, BFA
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Telehealth rule flexibility could connect physicians, patients in different states
What inclusivity means for Better Together
Better Together founders Adrienne Mann, MD, and Tyra Fainstad, MD, say there will be a push for inclusivity as their program grows.
How to correctly document and bill for patient e-visits
The providers in our clinic want to start billing e-visits. Can they bill for all the communication between the provider and patient through our online portal?
Female physicians spend more time in EHR than male physicians, study says
More than 41 minutes per day in office could be factor in doctor burnout.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: June 7, 2022
How does burnout disproportionately affect women?
Female physicians deal with a “huge cognitive load” in the workplace.
Low-Valuation REITs for Growth and Income
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National Academy of Medicine readies health workforce well-being plan
Seven priority areas emerge from process that began before COVID-19 pandemic.
Decades needed to correct deficits of Black, Hispanic physicians in U.S.
Racial and ethnic diversity would improve health care for underserved populations.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: June 6, 2022
Why physician culture is toxic
Tyra Fainstad, MD, says physician culture has been toxic a long time because our culture paints physicians as heroes, which can lead to perfectionism and feelings of inadequacy.
