December 20th 2024
The new year will be challenging for both independent and employed physicians. But chaotic times can bring enormous opportunity.
December 16th 2024
Stories of transformation were shared by Specialdocs and affiliated physicians.
December 13th 2024
Let’s continue to celebrate women’s advances in medicine, science, law and other fields. But we also must recognize that the shortage of men in health care professions is becoming a critical issue.
December 3rd 2024
Lawmaker discusses state of the nation’s physician workforce – and the rise of part-time practice.
‘Old guys are taking ER call’ as younger docs ponder medicine as a calling, or just a job.
Solving problems at your office: How to avoid the blame game and get things fixed
Getting things fixed means going beyond blaming people for what went wrong.
The need for more primary care never goes away
In response to great need for primary care, we have been purposefully redesigning and changing it for a decade now. Have we made any progress?
14 Things One Physician Is Thankful For
As we approach Thanksgiving, I find myself trying to focus less on the chaos of medical practice and more on the many blessings in my life.
How physicians can develop an attitude of gratitude
As we approach Thanksgiving, Neil Baum, MD, explains how physicians can learn to express gratitude in their practices and life.
Setting boundaries: How to say no — and when to say yes
As we approach the holidays, we often find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and overcommitted. ‘Tis the season to start setting boundaries.
8 ways to make prior authorizations easier
How can this prior-authorization game be played for better odds of winning?
Three reasons why doctors should get an MBA degree (and three why they shouldn’t)
Read on to learn the arguments for and against doctors getting MBAs.
How care management tools can mitigate clinician burnout
Healthcare staffing shortages exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic have intensified an already serious problem in healthcare: clinician burnout.
Is an MBA right for you?
As medicine grows increasingly corporate, doctors are finding that career advancement requires understanding the business side of the profession
8 Questions to Ask a Lender Before Taking Out a Loan
Before taking out a loan, ask these 8 essential questions.
The importance of staff training in collecting money
Having good processes in place is great, but it won’t do you any good if the staff isn’t trained on them.
Shared savings: The primary care physician's entry point to value-based care
Value-based models are designed to reward health care providers who improve patient care while contributing to an overall reduction in cost.
Budgeting for retirement: Make a plan and stick to it
Creating a budget for retirement has never been easier, but sticking to one takes real work.
What are common cashflow mistakes practices make?
Don’t let bad processes costs you money.
Why are so many health organizations embracing non physician practitioners?
Health organizations can better control non-physicians even if money isn’t an issue.
Strong primary care leads to better COVID-19 outcomes
An analysis found that counties with more primary care had better COVID-19 related outcomes.
Rebuttal: Congress, not the AANP, can resolve the physician shortage
Members of Physicians for Patient Protection respond to claims made by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Are health care organizations using the physician shortage as an excuse to install non physician practitioners in roles that a doctor should be leading?
Patients often don’t understand the different levels of training required by practitioners, so organizations often push non-physicians into more roles.
Why have rural and underserved areas suffered more physician shortages during COVID?
Early retirements and a declining population of practitioners make staffing difficult.
Study: EHR use, productivity tied to physician turnover
The research suggests the less time a physician spends on an EHR the more likely they are to leave their employer.
Savvy student loan repayment tips for physicians in training
Don’t ignore your loans — come up with a plan instead.
What has COVID taught us about the physician shortage in the U.S.?
A bad problem got even worse as the pandemic swept through the country.
Walgreens invests $5.2 billion in VillageMD to provide primary care in-store
The investment will boost the number of VillageMD locations to 600 by 2025 and to 1,000 by 2027.
The best states for physicians in 2021: The complete ranking
What are the best states for physicians to practice in? Find out in Physicians Practice®’s Best States to Practice 2021 exclusive data project.
Listen up! How physicians can become better listeners
The average physician interrupts a patient every 11 seconds.
Covid exacerbates physician shortage
The physician shortage means doctors face increasing burnout rates, loss of autonomy, and greater financial threats from non-physician practitioners
Advice for physicians when giving negative feedback
Providing negative feedback is different than discussing a bad prognosis with a patient.
Top 10 socially responsible hospitals in the U.S.
Many well-known hospitals were not included in the Lown Institute rankings.
Reduce the risk of moving toward risk
Experienced partners can help guide organizations through the quality contract options that best match their strengths and goals.
8 things you must do to fire a practice employee
Letting someone go is never easy, but here are key tips to handle it the right way.