
RAND study found hospitals have increased how frequently they say patients need the highest level of care
Todd Shryock is managing editor of Medical Economics.

RAND study found hospitals have increased how frequently they say patients need the highest level of care

Employers face tough decisions on health care coverage as costs continue to rise.

Study finds that primary care physicians have an opportunity to identify and possibly mitigate dementia long before symptoms become apparent

Study found that AI struggles with understanding complex medical codes, even when specifically trained for medicine

Guidance takes a pragmatic approach to managing AI systems in clinical practice

Study found multiple benefits for patients who stay hydrated

Study finds a notable shift in the public perception of care after the pandemic

With the majority of devices manufactured outside the U.S., any increase in tariffs is likely to drive up health care costs

Poor mental health can be driven by online browsing choices - but a free tool can help

Researchers find an alarming rise in alcohol-related deaths and a lack of public understanding of the risks from drinking

Nearly 500,000 uninsured signed up for coverage in 2025

Researchers issue a call for action on health disparities among ethnic groups

Rising utilization and pharmacy costs, along with new technologies, blamed for the rise

Jury finds that more than 20,000 false claims were filed

When data gets leaked to hackers, you might be surprised what they most commonly access

Study shows that most beneficiaries skip comparing Part D plans that might better suit their needs and their wallet

Study shows that ownership model matters when it comes to caregiver satisfaction, and that doctors should know the ownership structure of hospices.

Study finds sitting too long may undermine heart health, even with exercise

Ransomware activity in healthcare is reaching critical levels, and physicians need to take action to protect their practices and their reputations

Medical devices, particularly older ones, are common in any medical setting. But did you know that some of them can become gateways for hackers to access sensitive information?

Patients still want a human-centered connection with their health care providers

CPI up 0.2% for the month, up to 2.6% overall

New York, California, and Florida all have large concentrations of new PAs

High-deductible health plans can create billing problems, especially early in the year before most patient deductibles have been met. Here are some ideas on how to help your practice cope.

Revenue is increasing but physicians and providers are working more while generating less money.

Study reveals surprising facts about telehealth and its effects on costs

ABIM eliminated the 2-year points requirement. Here's what you need to know about that - and what else might be changing.

ABIM has a new leader and the most recent change - the removal of the 2-year points requirement - is a reflection of the new direction the organization is headed.

When ABIM removed the 2-year points requirement for MOC, approximately 12,000 physicians were affected by the change. ABIM is reaching out to notify those affected. In addition, other MOC changes, like the Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment, have also proven popular and similar programs may be launched.

Furman McDonald, MD, president and CEO of ABIM, is listening to feedback that led to the removal of the 2-year points requirement for MOC and could lead to other future changes.