Smoking: Its costs, and recommendations for helping patients quit
A state-by-state analysis of the costs of smoking.
EHR vendor Practice Fusion to pay $145 million for illegal kickback opioid scheme
The company admitted to soliciting and receiving kickbacks from a major opioid company to push doctors to prescribe the drugs, according to the Department of Justice.
2019 Physician Writing Contest: My unexpected use for postpartum
An honorable mention entry in the 2019 contest.
The deductible reset: How to help patients navigate it
The new year's deductible reset period may offer providers a new opportunity to strengthen the doctor-patient relationship
7 keys to a strong sexual harassment policy
In an environment where policies and management are under increased scrutiny, it is important for an organization to do all it can to ensure its sexual harassment policy is comprehensive and effective.
FDA approves diabetes combo drug Trijardy XR
The triple-combination tablet is taken once daily to lower blood sugar in adults.
How to improve patient communication
Anthony Orsini, DO, discusses how physicians can improve the way their communicate with patients to create loyalty, improve the relationship and boost outcomes.
5 Predictions for HealthTech in 2020
Here are 5 healthtech predictions that will improve healthcare in the new year.
Study finds payment audits expensive and administrative labor intensive
Payment integrity audits can cost as much as $1 million annually and lead to hundreds or thousands of record requests a month.
6 impacts of using outdated communication tools
The state of communication in healthcare is fragmented at best
Electronic prior authorizations in healthcare today
Electronic prior authorizations could save $454 million annually.
9 MIPS measures that also reduce malpractice risk
Why not report on measures that when done properly can also reduce your risk of being sued for malpractice?
The 10 specialties with highest pay growth in 2019
Here are the top 10 specialties with the highest pay growth in 2019.
Coronavirus outbreak 2020: The latest info for doctors
As the deadly coronavirus spreads to thousands, concern grows across the globe.
Female physicians still paid less than male peers, study finds
As the gender pay gap grows, female doctors’ choices in specialty may be the cause, but their search for work-life balance seems to have no effect.
ACP’s 10 ways to create a better healthcare system
Here are 10 ways to create a better healthcare system, according to the American College of Physicians.
Can mobile health apps really improve patient care?
A new study casts doubt on the impact of healthcare tech.
Pharmacy chains sue hundreds of Ohio doctors in opioid lawsuits
Major pharmacy chains are seeking recourse from Ohio doctors saying they also bear responsibility for the opioid epidemic.
5 tips for growing your medical practice
There are concrete steps to take for physicians looking to grow and diversify their practices.
Report: $13.3 billion in health spending can be saved with automation
The healthcare industry can save 33 percent of the $40.6 billion spent annually by automating eight administrative transactions.
Does telehealth pay?
CMS has been slowly pushing telehealth, making it an option for Medicare Advantage plans and ACOs, as long as they are part of risk-sharing contracts. It’s also allowed under Medicare Part B for treating substance abuse disorders.
6 ways to motivate your practice team
When it comes to motivating employees, money isn’t everything. Sure, people have to make enough money to pay their bills. But when getting them to put in additional effort for the team, it takes more than a good paycheck.
Dealing with 'deaths of despair': What physicians need to know
Life expectancy has decreased among middle-aged adults due to deaths of despair.
U.S. Supreme Court won’t rule on ACA before 2020 election
The one-sentence denial preserves the ACA status quo-at least until after the presidential election.
Healthcare trends for 2020
The pace of change is accelerating in ways that we haven’t seen before. Here's some predictions for what’s coming our way.
ACP calls for U.S. healthcare reform, endorses single-payer or robust public option
ACP calls for a systemic overhaul of the system that would improve and expand healthcare in the U.S. in a series of policy papers.
Battling obesity: What doctors need to know
Tips for understanding and treating one of the nation's most prevalent diseases
Medical Economics: Do physicians show enough compassion?
Anthony Orsini, DO discusses how physicians can show more compassion to their patients, and boost patient outcomes and loyalty.
8 ways to drive down expenses at your medical practice
As every medical practice knows, it can be hard to stay on top of ongoing expenses.
3 signs of burnout-and 4 ways to prevent it
Know the signs of burnout out and how to treat it.
