Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: April 2, 2021 update
Data from the Coronavirus Resource Center at Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Disease Control.
Managing debt
Strategies physicians can use to consolidate and manage their debt load
CDC: COVID-19 third leading cause of death in 2020
COVID-19 comes in behind heart disease and cancer as the provisional top causes of death in the U.S. in 2020.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: April 1, 2021 update
How physicians can support behavioral changes with a motivational interview
Helping patients take the next step on making healthy choices.
Healthcare access a struggle for small businesses during pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has only increased barriers to healthcare access for small businesses and private practices.
Is implicit bias just a physician problem?
Not addressing the issue with the entire care staff and create problems for a patient’s health outcome.
Medical practices to continue using PPE and telehealth after pandemic: survey
Doctors anticipate using more personal protective equipment (PPE) and using telehealth more often after the COVID-19-pandemic than they did pre-pandemic.
AMA calls for practices to play greater part in COVID-19 vaccinations
AMA President Susan R. Bailey, MD, says it is time for physicians to take a more commanding position in the vaccination effort.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in adolescents
An analysis by the drug maker shows the vaccine may be more effective in adolescent patients than in adults.
We must use the vaccination infrastructure we already have
Pharmacy and Primary Care have been dramatically under-allocated COVID-19 vaccinations when compared to influenza distribution and administration.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 31, 2021 update
How can doctors make sure they are not allowing bias to affect their care decisions?
Slowing down is the first step to helping patients achieve their care goals.
The COVID Reset: Reimagining health care delivery and reimbursement
Pandemic shows how value-based care can benefit everyone
The 14 states with the broadest increases in malpractice insurance premiums
Medical practice liability premiums are on the rise, but these states saw the biggest increases across the board.
HHS to make COVID-19 vaccines more available to older adults, disabled people
Agencies will provide about $100 million in grants to aging and disability networks across the country.
What’s in the COVID stimulus bill for doctors and practices?
The bill contains provisions that benefit doctors and medical practices.
Electronic prior authorizations help patient, physicians
Electronic prior authorizations can cut down on administrative delays to care, America’s Health Insurance Plans says.
Congress extends Paycheck Protection Program
The program, which helps small businesses financially, will continue another two months.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 30, 2021 update
Are you biased against your patient but don’t know it?
A doctor’s life experience can negatively affect care for patients.
Medical liability costs on the rise
More than 30% of premiums increased in 2020
3 strategies for balancing technology ROI and clinical outcomes
Hospitals and medical practices are increasingly looking to adopt new technology in an attempt to stay resilient throughout the pandemic.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 29, 2021 update
Senate passes bill to avoid Medicare 2 percent payment cut
Create a marketing plan for your practice, part 1
Marketing your services and engaging your patients has never been more important.
ACP decries gun violence, hate crimes
The physician’s organization is calling for policies to prevent gun violence and hate crimes.
What is implicit bias and how does it impact care?
The quick, snap judgements you make about your patients can influence your care decisions and hurt patient outcomes.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 26, 2021 update
How has COVID affected revenue cycle management?
Everything you need to know about the changes the pandemic has had on RCM and what you can do to improve.