A century of health care change reinforces the importance of physicians
From the editor-in-chief, L. Allen Dobson, M.D.
Celebrating 100 years of serving physicians
For a publication to survive and thrive for a century puts us in rarified air. How do you celebrate such an event?
The changing face of physicians: The growth of osteopathic medicine
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The top news stories in primary care today.
Navigating inflation’s impact on health care affordability
Skyrocketing out-of-pocket health care costs and unexpected medical expenses are outpacing inflationary pressures which have already decimated the budgets of many American families.
New study shows seasonal effects on glucose levels for patients with Type 1 diabetes
Cold weather months and holidays are worst for unhealthy blood sugar levels
Cyberattacks on health care industry growing
Hackers prey on “fear, uncertainty and doubt,” expert says
Most older adults: Cancer screening guidelines are trash
Poll shows majority of older adults are against the idea of incorporating life expectancy into screening guidelines
The evolution of primary care and the growing role of advanced practice clinicians
Patients are clamoring for care as the physician shortage gets worse. Here’s why nurse practitioners and physician assistants are part of the solution.
The best use cases for generative AI in health care? Look near term
Benefits will come when physicians and health experts begin integrating large language models into practices, hospitals and insurance companies.
Advocates call for Medicare coverage of antiobesity drugs
White paper argues for reconsideration of weight as a chronic disease with multiple causes and consequences.
Physician disciplinary actions: Public Citizen reports
Robert E. Oshel, PhD, an adviser to the Public Citizen Health Research Group, discusses findings.
Copay adjustment programs may worsen racial disparities in health outcomes
Copay accumulators, maximizers could reduce access to prescription medications among non-whites
Physician practices identify strategies for managing change
Offices successful in diabetes treatment have common characteristics of high performance.
New COVID vaccine receives mixed response
Republicans are more likely to say they are not getting the vaccine and that it isn’t safe
Health care workers face higher suicide risk than other Americans
Among six categories studied, only physicians had lower rates than general population
Physician, pharmacists charged for $170M fraud scheme
Federal investigators allege kickbacks, money laundering in Texas.
Why health care organizations need to build trust to drive digital transformation
Payers and providers must build trust among their patient bases to gain access to more quality data. But trust isn’t built overnight.
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Asking clinicians to enhance their medical coding skills, another necessary task
Coding skills do not inherently equate to clinical competence, and vice versa, but both are necessary.
Four steps to increase productivity in physician-owned practices through talent management
Is your practice as productive as it could be?
Who do you trust? Patients on physicians, AI, and health care
Survey examines patient feelings about doctors and emerging technology.
Physician disciplinary actions: States may have details
Robert E. Oshel, PhD, an adviser to the Public Citizen Health Research Group, discusses state-level information about physician disciplinary actions.
HHS unveils $45 million grant program to aid in treating long COVID
Funds will go primarily to clinics treating historically underserved groups
Medical residents are feeling burned out too
New survey shows significant increase in burnout symptoms just since 2021
CMS encourages physicians to apply for new Making Care Primary model
Informational webinar scheduled for this week for physicians, other clinicians and practice managers.
Costco telehealth $29; ‘Wild to mild’ flu vaccine campaign; 18 million US adults have long COVID- Morning Medical Update
Caffeine is good for mornings and workouts, but not as a sleep aid
If your patients aren't getting healthy sleep, consider coffee consumption.
AI vs. EHR: Oracle aims to reduce stress on physicians
Medical tech company leader says electronic health records 'should be a provider’s best ally' for patient care.
Costco offering $29 primary care telehealth visits
Warehouse-style retailer is the latest big name to jump into health care
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