SPOTLIGHT -
Todd Shryock is managing editor of Medical Economics.
HHS study highlights COVID challenges faced by hospitals
Inspector General report overviews where hospitals are struggling the most during the pandemic.
6 ways to support diabetic patients
Here are six ways to help your diabetic patients.
COVID-19 raises ethical dilemmas for many physicians
Physicians are facing shortages of equipment critical for patient survival, putting them in challenging life-or-death situations.
COVID-19 likely to cost insurers tens of billions and lead to dramatic rate increases
A report by Covered California using current data projects large losses for commercial insurers in 2020 that will likely drive rate increases in 2021
Coronavirus practice guide, part 1: Financial steps to save your practice during the coronavirus outbreak
Practice leaders need to accept that their practice is most likely going to take a financial hit and start planning accordingly.
COVID-19 forces cancellation of MOC exams
Spring testing has been cancelled by ABIM and ABFM
Revolutionizing America's healthcare payments
What doctors need to know about a single-payer system.
CMS grants COVID-19 reporting exceptions for QPP
Physicans in the MIPS program get an extended deadline for reporting and a guaranteed neutral payment adjustment for 2021.
FDA takes action to increase ventilator availability
Manufacturers see restrictions lifted in an attempt to boost supplies during the COVID-19 crisis.
AMA calls on Trump administration to address critical supply shortages
Urges immediate action, including usage of the Defense Production Act.
Fixing EHRs: What doctors say vendors should do
Hundreds of doctors told us how EHRs should be fixed. Here’s a sample.
Defending against the cyber threat
Any talk about cybersecurity in healthcare will undoubtedly cover one or more of a hacker’s favorite tactics: Ransomware, phishing, or exploiting poor device security.
How HHS could address the EHR burdens on doctors
Strategies and recommendations developed by HHS to eliminate or reduce burdens.
Private equity acquisition of medical practices increased in recent years
Private equity acquisitions of physician medical groups have steadily increased between 2013-2016.
The most interesting symptoms Googled by state
The weird and wild world of symptoms that people are searching for.
Payers share their outlook for the year
A recent study found that payers and providers have a variety of opinions when it comes to healthcare.
Budgeting for practice excellence
How prices affect patient decisions
Patients are shouldering more of the healthcare cost burden than ever before. As a result, prices affect their decisions about healthcare.
The five biggest cybersecurity threats to a medical practice
From phishing to malware, these are the security risks you need to guard against.
Physicians increasingly turning to digital health tools
Here's what they're using and how they're using it.
How economic news affects patient healthcare choices
40 percent of patients indicated that the state of the economy affects how often they seek medical care
6 barriers to automating prior authorizations
Few prior auths are automated. Here's what's standing in the way.
4 ways to connect with patients through video
Research shows providers' online reputation plays an important role in making an appointment.
Physicians fight burnout
Six doctors share their strategies
Six tips for hiring the right people for your practice
A survey by Contract Recruiter found that only 19 percent of new hires go on to have success in their new positions.
7 keys to a strong sexual harassment policy
In an environment where policies and management are under increased scrutiny, it is important for an organization to do all it can to ensure its sexual harassment policy is comprehensive and effective.
6 impacts of using outdated communication tools
The state of communication in healthcare is fragmented at best
Electronic prior authorizations in healthcare today
Electronic prior authorizations could save $454 million annually.
9 MIPS measures that also reduce malpractice risk
Why not report on measures that when done properly can also reduce your risk of being sued for malpractice?
Does telehealth pay?
CMS has been slowly pushing telehealth, making it an option for Medicare Advantage plans and ACOs, as long as they are part of risk-sharing contracts. It’s also allowed under Medicare Part B for treating substance abuse disorders.