Patients still don’t understand payment options
How much they are responsible for and overall communication are concerns.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 25, 2021
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
How HIEs can help providers comply with the information blocking rule
Access to HIEs makes it much easier to respond to patients’ requests for their health data.
Why are so many health organizations embracing non physician practitioners?
Health organizations can better control non-physicians even if money isn’t an issue.
Pfizer touts efficacy of COVID-19 vaccine in ages 5 to 11
The FDA is expected to act on an EUA application for the smaller doses next week.
Strong primary care leads to better COVID-19 outcomes
An analysis found that counties with more primary care had better COVID-19 related outcomes.
Pink October video shines light on women’s health — and their right to know prices
Hospitals should put you in the pink, not in the red.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 22, 2021
Patients often want an appointment as soon as possible, and don’t understand the difference between a physician and a non-physician provider
All types of providers are needed for a health care team, but should these teams be led by doctors?
The business case for HIEs
How HIEs can lower costs and improve quality of care.
White House lays out primary care’s role in juvenile COVID-19 vaccinations
The administration sees pediatricians and primary care physicians taking the lead in the push.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 21, 2021
Telehealth and the rise of contextual care
For the first time, clinicians have been able to get a “behind the scenes look” into their patient’s environment during telehealth visits
What are the clinical benefits of participating in an HIE?
Using information from an HIE has many benefits.
Rebuttal: Congress, not the AANP, can resolve the physician shortage
Members of Physicians for Patient Protection respond to claims made by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Physician Bootcamp sessions available on demand
A treasure trove of physician business tips are available online.
Insurers embracing virtual first plans
UnitedHealthcare’s newly launched virtual first plan is one part of a push by the industry.
Are health care organizations using the physician shortage as an excuse to install non physician practitioners in roles that a doctor should be leading?
Patients often don’t understand the different levels of training required by practitioners, so organizations often push non-physicians into more roles.
Hospitalized COVID patients facing higher bills as cost-sharing waivers expire
Study suggests legislation may be needed to help cope with financial burden.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 20, 2021
How has the physician shortage exacerbated the physician burnout problem?
Increasing demands on physician time and not being able to treat all patients takes a toll.
Does information about care provided in places like minute clinics and urgent care centers go into an HIE?
The information blocking rule implemented in April 2021 requires all health care organizations to share patient information.
FDA expected to allow mix and match COVID-19 boosters
The agency is expected to decide on that as well as Moderna and Johnson and Johnson boosters this week.
The payment posting process: An important step in your practice's medical billing cycle
It’s one area that is not always completed correctly.
Supply chain issues creating challenges for healthcare
Nearly all respondents to a Kaufman Hall survey have experienced challenges in supply procurement.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 19, 2021
Why have rural and underserved areas suffered more physician shortages during COVID?
Early retirements and a declining population of practitioners make staffing difficult.
Study: EHR use, productivity tied to physician turnover
The research suggests the less time a physician spends on an EHR the more likely they are to leave their employer.
Savvy student loan repayment tips for physicians in training
Don’t ignore your loans — come up with a plan instead.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 18, 2021
