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Chris Henderson

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Rising threat of cyberattacks on health care organizations puts physicians, patients at risk

Strengthening cyber defenses in health care can mitigate the growing threat of computer attacks.



Neil Wagle, MD

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There’s a better way to do urgent care

What is needed is a new model of immediate care in which providers don’t just look to treat the symptoms presenting themselves at that time, but instead allow them to treat the surface-level symptoms while being able to dig deeper and look at the root cause of each patient episode.


John Machata, M.D.

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How can we ensure the future of independent practices?

Patients like the personalized care small practices offer, but the rules are stacked against them


Paul Merrild

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Why prioritizing accurate provider data is vital and cost-effective

Managing provider data not only improves patient access, it reduces costs.


Seth Orkand

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Telehealth confusion could create issues for physicians

How a hodgepodge of federal and state telehealth waivers creates compliance concerns for providers practicing across state lines.


David L. Morris

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New year brings new value-based care opportunities

Advances in AI, other technologies offer hope for streamlining administrative tasks and providing better access to patient data


Mike Ipekdjian, MBA-HM, BSN, RN

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Technology’s critical role in successful value-based care

High-quality data can improve care coordination, lower readmission rates


Faisal Hoque

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How AI is changing cancer treatment

Unlocking new possibilities for precision medicine


James Spolar, JD

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What physicians and private practices need to know about the latest digital accessibility requirements in health care

New rules outline how websites must be accessible to patients with disabilities. Here’s how to comply while improving patient care.


Brian Finrow, JD

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Preventive antimicrobials: A promising solution to antibiotic resistance

Prevention beats treatment for everyone — patients, payers and investors.


Joe Persichetti

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How today’s medical school graduates can start their own practices – even with high student debt

When health care lenders are looking to make loans, they are not focused on a student’s total debt.


Ashwin Patel, MD, PhD

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Do your patients understand what you are telling them?

Social health is the key to closing the health literacy gap


Alissa Mallow, DSW, LCSW-r

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Not screening for anxiety? Costs and solutions

For most patients, anxiety treatment begins with a visit to their primary care physician.


Daniel B. Frier, Esq.

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The importance of mounting a robust response to urine PCR testing denials and clawbacks

How proactive legal strategies can protect providers and support access to advanced diagnostic testing.


Andrew Lockhart

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Four ways to ensure success with AI

AI isn't something to be feared but rather the key to giving health care organizations a competitive edge


Roger A. Gerard PhD

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8 factors to guide medical compensation decisions

Be sure to keep these factors in mind when considering medical compensation



Raghid El-Yafouri

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Unlocking the future of health care: The power of digital transformation and AI

How telehealth and artificial intelligence will dominate in a new era of health care


Will O’Connor, M.D.

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Modernizing health care communications drives collaboration and profit

Better communication leads to better care quality and less staff burnout


Roni Berger, PhD, LCSW

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Not screening for anxiety? Costs and solutions

For most patients, anxiety treatment begins with a visit to their primary care physician.


Gary Hamilton

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Health care digital transformation can drive patient loyalty

The right digital health capabilities can improve patient engagement and build loyalty


Victor Agbafe, B.A.

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Addressing chronic disease requires holistic, personalized approach to care

A focus on communication and building patient trust with can lead to reversing chronic conditions


Jaime Cifuentes, CISSP, C|CISO

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Holistic risk analysis is key to protecting your practice from cyberattacks

The volume of cyberattacks on health care facilities should be a resounding wake-up call for all physicians who own their practices.


Virna Little, PSyD, LCSW-r

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Not screening for anxiety? Costs and solutions

For most patients, anxiety treatment begins with a visit to their primary care physician.


Auren Weinberg MD MBA

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Real-world data from frontline physicians can help identify the next emerging pandemic

A multi-pronged approach is needed to stop the next global health threat, and doctors play a vital role


Andrew Mellin, MD

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Preparing for Three Federal Mandates to Improve Healthcare in 2021

Here are three key government mandates taking effect in 2021 that physicians should be preparing for.


Formulary Watch

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More than 1 million recipients could benefit from Medicare Part D out-of-pocket cost limit

Study examines how many people will save money due to change in national law.


Jessica Abo

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Physicians can use media training and public relations as effective tools to combat medical misinformation

How to use PR to educate the public, with tips on how to deliver those key messages.


Blair Cohen

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Why keeping identities safe is critical in health care

How vulnerable are your medical records?