How to protect PPE supply in future public health emergencies
Stockpiling more imported disposable gowns is not the answer. Instead, follow the lead of NASEM and consider reusable personal protective equipment.
The top concerns of Medicare patients
As open enrollment approaches, a survey of Medicare patients reveals their top concerns about the program
Undiagnosed ADHD; $54 million Medicare fraud; examining the baby formula shortage – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
Patient groups sound off about their role in health care
New global survey tallies levels of patient group involvement in research, care delivery and more.
Why health care disruptors fail and what primary care physicians can learn
Are retail giants still a threat to the primary care practice?
10 states with the best health & wellness
Based on 23 key health metrics, SmileHub compiled nationwide rankings of health & wellness; these 10 states scored the highest.
ADHD, literacy and health care costs: Key insights for primary care physicians
What doctors should know about using neurofeedback to overcome attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and literacy barriers.
Physician-patient communication during initial consultation affects outcomes for chronic pain patients
A new report determined the importance of communication in patients’ outcomes and emotional states.
What physicians need to know about AI-driven patient motivation solutions
Artificial intelligence and personalized incentive structures are coming together to take pressure for treatment plan adherence off doctors’ shoulders.
The reality of drug-laced candy; Halloween and the gut microbiome; spooky ICD-10 codes for physicians – Morning Medical Update
What they’re saying about the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act
Physicians and sponsors in Congress explain why the bipartisan bill is needed.
10 states with the worst health & wellness
Based on 23 key health metrics, SmileHub compiled nationwide rankings of health & wellness; these 10 states scored the lowest.
Legislation would block Medicare cut, increase 2025 physician reimbursement
Representatives have bipartisan support in House, numerous backers among health organizations.
Why lifetime annuities can offer valuable “longevity insurance”
“Mortality credits” behind the scenes let the buyer transfer the risk of running out of money in old age to an insurer
The primary care practice crisis: It’s time to play offense
When primary care practices are being strangled by market forces beyond their control, the fastest way to counter those forces is to quickly generate more revenue.
How PACE offers a roadmap to achieve the Triple Aim
PACE helps address the root cause of a participant’s health issues, reducing the potential for later complications and downstream costs.
Primary care helps Medicare’s Shared Savings Program achieve $2.1 billion in net savings
Savings is largest amount in MSSP’s decade-long history
AI can identify aggressive prostate cancer lesions; community engagement in genomics research; questionnaires can improve spine MRI diagnosis – Morning Medical Update
Nearly half of all Medicare beneficiaries lack financial resources, cannot afford a single hospital stay
High out-of-pocket costs leave many Medicare beneficiaries at risk for financial hardship from costs of even one hospital visit.
SDOH: What every physician needs to know about social drivers of health. Part 3: Unique factors and influences
Two experts discuss The Physicians Foundation and its efforts to affect the factors that affect health outside the doctor's office.
Patients like being asked to share personal details they want physicians to know
Study suggests a way to use EHRs to develop relationship before patients arrive for an exam.
Trump troubles and Harris headaches: Voters stressing out as presidential election nears
American Psychological Association announces results from national ‘Stress in America’ survey in presidential election season.
Can artificial intelligence contribute to improved clinical reasoning?
A recent study compared the diagnostic performance of physicians referencing AI to those limited to conventional resources.
Semaglutide survey: Exclusive physician results on benefits, challenges of new obesity drugs
Doctors offer insights on the how they and their patients are using GLP-1RA medicines.
The challenges female patients are facing
Study reveals disproportionate struggles for women in prime working and childbearing years
ABIM eliminates two-year points requirement for MOC
Certified physicians who missed the two-year point requirements will have their status upgraded immediately
$35 million fraud scheme; gambling is a public health threat; childhood BMI can predict impaired lung function – Morning Medical Update
New partnership offers near real-time prior authorization answers
Blue Shield of California and Salesforce look to grant prior authorization answers in near real-time come January 2026.
What physicians need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act, part of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2021, requires disclosure of all beneficial owners of entities, with harsh penalties for those businesses who ignore this requirement.
New lung cancer screening initiative looks to increase access to care
The approach offers bilingual support, mailed outreach, and no-cost screening.
