Practice Management

Increased awareness of obstructive sleep apnea in the 1990s has resulted in a steady demand and, therefore, long waits at specialty sleep centers. But a new report indicates that, when trained properly, primary care physicians can provide the same level of clinical care as sleep center specialists.

Medical groups reported an uptick in the rate of physician turnover in 2012, as the vast majority of groups who responded to a survey plan to hire more primary care physicians this year.

Patient engagement may very well be the blockbuster drug of the 21st century, and it's also the guiding principle behind the "Ambulatory Practice of the Future."

The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (UNC) was the top ranked medical school for primary care in 2013, unseating the University of Washington from last year’s ranking, according to U.S. News & World Report .

Medical student interest in primary care seems to be increasing, but more is needed to address the needs of the healthcare system, say organizational leaders.

Despite earlier research to the contrary, a new observational study reveals no difference in the quality of care provided or the healthcare costs incurred by either male or female physicians.

As an increasing number of primary care physicians treat allergies and asthma to meet patients' demand for services, a new organization has officially launched to serve them.

Family practices top all other specialties as the most in-demand acquisition targets in the eyes of hospital executives, according to a recent survey by a healthcare staffing firm.

Physicians believe that patients should be able to update their electronic health records but should not be able to have full access to them, according to a new survey by Accenture.

A quick look around the Web reveals that most in the medical field view Google Glass with lots of optimism, believing that it holds the potential to increase efficiency, reduce medical errors, help educate students, and enhance collaboration and teamwork among medical providers.

A lack of progress on health information exchange is preventing the United States from fully realizing the benefits of health information technology (HIT), leaving HIT's promise "largely unfulfilled," according to an editorial published in JAMA.

This month we're focusing on ways to test ICD-10 in 2013.

Here is a sample social media policy as written by the National Labor Relations Board, which you can adapt to your situation.

Medical Economics has a new Business of Health series designed to help primary care physicians tackle population health issues in their practices.

Medicaid expansion, health insurance exchanges, medical homes, and healthcare workforce issues were the topics when Daniel J. Derksen, MD, professor and chairman of the public health policy and management section of the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona, recently spoke with Medical Economics Editor-in-Chief Lois A. Bowers, MA.

Most parents depend on word-of-mouth recommendations rather than online ratings for picking a primary care physicians for a child, according to a recent poll.

Pain is a leading complaint in every practice, and trying to effectively treat it can come with a price. Find out how to manage the cost, both real and metaphorical.

The American Academy of Family Physicians is objecting to a National Correct Coding Initiative edit that is denying payment for vaccine administration.

Are you wondering how to prepare for a HIPAA audit? Discover how the make it through with flying colors.

New codes are here for transitional care. Here's what you need to know to keep everything running.

Your practice is affected by the actions of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) even if you do not employ union workers. Be mindful of recent NLRB actions related to social media, supervisory roles, at-will employment, and confidentiality practices.

Patient-Centered Medical Homes have become a hot topic in healthcare recently. If you're wondering how to get started on creating one, here are 6 steps to you can take.

HIPAA rules have changed regarding a patient's protected health information. See how this can affect even your practice's contractors.

Electronic health records are only the beginning when it comes to technology in medical practices. Here are five trends to look out for in the coming year.

As high-deductible plans become more common in the patient pool, you might be wondering how the plans will affect your practice. Here's the new reality.

Wondering what your practice is worth? Learn how the net collection rate can help you figure that out.

ICD-10 is coming. Discover how the new codes will change your practice's productivity.

Are you a physician working in an area with few primary care physicians? Here's how to find out whether you're eligible for a Medicare bonus.

What modifier should you use to bill for a physical and pneumonia vaccine? A physical with an office visit? Find out.