5 things to consider before signing a physician employment agreement
It can be very exciting to receive a letter of intent followed by a detailed employment agreement. It is imperative, however, to carefully review these documents before signing.
E/M coding: Can you bill multiple same-day visits?
The one way you can code for multiple visits from the same patient.
How physicians can keep their estates out of taxable terrain
Start planning now to keep your heirs from paying too much in taxes.
New interim rule takes aim at surprise medical bills
The rule would restrict excessive out-of-pocket patient costs from surprise and balance billing.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: July 6, 2021
Data from the Coronavirus Resource Center at Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Disease Control.
4 areas to address to improve your bottom line
The link between financial success and patient satisfaction
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: July 1, 2021
Estate and tax planning guidance for physicians
What physicians need to know to financially protect their loved ones and prepare for potential tax increases.
Going the extra mile to make patients feel welcome
As providers, we need to create a welcoming environment for all patients to ensure they don’t postpone care or avoid it entirely.
What to know about the delta variant of COVID-19
The variant is quickly spreading and reinvigorating the debate over masks.
How to handle Provider Relief Funds
The “double dip” in pandemic relief and how health care providers can avoid it
CMS proposes rule to build on ACA
The rule includes provisions aimed at expanding access to healthcare.
How long does a practice have to store HIPAA documents? And what is the proper way to dispose of “expired” records
Regulations vary by state, so carefully follow all guidelines.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 30, 2021
Study: Independent practices dwindling as physician employment booms
Only 30 percent of U.S. physicians were practicing independently at the start of this year.
Supreme Court won’t hear site-neutral payment case
The High Court declined to hear a challenge the American Hospital Association’s appeal.
Getting out of debt in five easy steps
Financial debt can be overwhelming for physicians, but getting out from under it is only a simple plan away.
Physician groups, hospitals approaching pre-pandemic levels
This may be a sign that COVID-19 volatility in the healthcare industry has ended.
One Disease, Many Causes: Social Determinants of Urban Obesity
Patients in disadvantaged urban areas will have to overcome greater obstacles, with fewer resources.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 29, 2021
Report: Ransomware attacks hit one-third of healthcare organizations in past year
Most of the attacks were successful.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 28
Questions linger around COVID-19’s origin
Debate and discussion about the origin of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been at the forefront of the global consciousness since the first cases were reported in December 2019.
U.S. life expectancy in 2020 saw biggest drop since World War II
Drop in overall life expectancy attributed to “mishandling” of the COVID-19 pandemic.
10 safest states in the COVID-19 pandemic
An analysis across five key metrics has identified the 10 safest states during the pandemic.
AMA adopts new diversity policy
The policy is part of the organization’s commitment to racial justice and equity.
Friday 5 from Rheumatology Network - June 25
The Friday 5 from Rheumatology Network is a list composed by the Rheumatology Network editorial staff aimed at highlighting relevant coverage of the latest news in rheumatology.
Friday 5 from Endocrinology Network - June 25
The Friday 5 from Endocrinology Network is a list composed by the Endocrinology Network editorial staff aimed at highlighting relevant coverage from endocrinology and endocrinology-related fields.
Friday 5 from Practical Cardiology - June 25
The Friday 5 from Practical Cardiology is a list composed by the Practical Cardiology editorial staff aimed at highlighting relevant coverage of news in cardiovascular medicine.