Todd Shryock

Balancing patient privacy with quick physician access to records is a challenge.

Burnout and stress are hitting doctors hard. An analysis of the problem illustrates the actions that need to be taken now.

RAND study shows a wide variation in pricing by state

Small groups will still be at a disadvantage with payers after COVID.

COVID has made being an independent physician even more challenging. Here are some insights on what the future might look like for doctors making a go of it on their own.

Don't assume that you can't get mental health counseling as a physician. Many state laws have changed in recent years, allowing doctors to get the help they need without jeopardizing their license.

Eventually, COVID-19 will be brought under control, but burnout will remain. Physicians will face the aftermath of a pandemic along with obtuse electronic health records, too much administrative work and too much third-party interference.

Drops in patient volume is just one factor hurting practices nationwide

More regulation may be needed to safely secure health care data.

The seriousness of the situation will help determine whether you should give in and pay or not.

Boost your team's performance with these five tips.

Notify the authorities and lock down devices.

A three-pronged strategy focused on people, process, and technology is vital.

Tried-and-true tactics are still working for cybercriminals.

Any office with patient records is a potential target.

Each group has its own set of goals, but you have to defend against all of them.

Hackers will hit any vulnerable target.

COVID has proven the perfect distraction for hackers to take advantage of overtaxed health care facilities.

Primary care practices have been particularly vulnerable to the economic effects of COVID.

CMS is launching a new payment model that emphasizes value and quality in primary care.

The lessons learned now will change how physicians approach patients and how doctors are trained.

Take a look at what kinds of at-home remedies Americans are using to avoid hospital visits during the pandemic.

Post-traumatic stress and anxiety are high, but there are resources out there to help physicians.

While many doctors have benefitted, there’s one key component that’s still missing.

One infectious disease expert expects a big run on the influenza vaccine this year.

What are the biggest challenges facing physicians during the COVID crisis?

COVID may have permanently changed the reimbursement landscape

Wide-ranging survey reveals pandemic threatens practice viability and mental health.

Proposed changes to the QPP need to better accommodate physicians dealing with COVID-19, says ACP.

Attacks are on the rise, and health care facilities are prime targets.