SPOTLIGHT -
Richard Payerchin is editor of Medical Economics.
Threat of denial-of-service cyberattacks growing in health care
Hacking attempts set new record this month, according to government and industrial groups.
Remote scribes may reduce burnout by cutting time spent on EHR
Researchers compare effects on wellness among physicians using remote scribes to those without.
Docs: Ban noncompete clauses to improve working conditions, patient care
Physicians out front as FTC contemplates national rule against noncompete agreements.
Physicians test screening tool for COPD in primary care
COPD contributes to leading cause of death in U.S., but researchers say it may be underdiagnosed.
Finding a rhythm: How changing sounds of medical devices could improve patient care
Study compares percussive tones to loud, flat, annoying alarms in health settings.
Family physicians call for national plan to transition out of COVID-19 public health emergency
HHS roadmap says some flexibilities won’t be affected, but AAFP wants assurances in policies to avoid disruptions for doctors, patients.
Inflation rises 0.5% in January, with medical prices dipping month to month
National figures show food, gas, shelter all cost more than a year ago.
Other countries spend less money to get better health, compared to United States
Steps toward improvement include more access to primary care.
Physician groups voice strong support for prior authorization reforms
CMS collecting comments on elements of Medicare Advantage, Part D
Paid medical malpractice claims may hint at more to come
Study examines how physicians with paid claims have greater risk of additional claims in the future.
Medicare Advantage prior authorizations by the numbers
KFF breaks down approvals, denials, and appeals in 2021 requests sent to insurance companies.
MGMA issues guide to CMS for rule changes for prior authorizations
New regs could reduce administrative burdens physicians and delays in patient care.
Winter 2022-2023 and the ‘tripledemic’ so far
KFF posts latest data on COVID-19, flu, RSV and more.
Two physicians part of Medicare fraud scheme, an ‘astonishing abuse of our health care system’
Feds announce charges in Michigan-based ring involving doctors visiting patients at home.
FDA allows emergency use for test to detect COVID-19, flu, RSV
BD says results could be available within two hours.
CVS to acquire senior primary care company Oak Street Health for $10.6B
Business model, technology key to projected revenue growth through 2026.
Health care leads cybersecurity breaches for 2022
Analyst examines factors that leave industry sectors at risk.
House of Representatives reintroduces telehealth benefits bill
Urgency growing as president announces end to COVID-19 public health emergency.
President Biden announces end to COVID-19 pandemic-related emergency declarations
Abrupt cutoff ‘would create wide-ranging chaos’ in health care, White House says.
Remote work options increase, but telehealth is down in 2022
AMGA publishes data on medical group management processes.
Wearable health monitors generate data, create challenges for diabetic patients
Older adults are interested in results, but technology needs to stick and be easy to use.
NAM plan for workforce well-being: A new year’s resolution for 2023
Frontline health care workers should feel valued. How to get there?
Feds announce investigation of 7,600 phony nursing diplomas sold from 3 schools
Probe announced as staffing storages are predicted among top concerns in health care this year.
ACA health insurance enrollment sets record for 2023
President, administration tout national record for health insurance coverage.
NAM plan for workforce well-being: The importance of diversity
Diversity in the workplace can help workforce well-being.
Health care employment rebounding from pandemic job losses
Within the industry, physicians’ offices lead some measures as nursing care facilities need workers.
Medicare leaders explain proposals to make prior authorizations easier and faster
New rules have open comment periods now.
NAM plan for workforce well-being: How government can help
Congress, U.S. government agencies have a role in helping physicians.
Medical groups want Congressional action to reform Medicare reimbursement
Family physicians lead charge to get issue on federal agenda early in 2023.
NAM plan for workforce well-being: Compliance and regulatory barriers
Electronic health records are part of the problem.
