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5 questions primary care physicians should ask as Medicare Advantage enrollment continues to growDespite some tumult in the market, tailwinds that have propelled Medicare Advantage popularity persist in 2023. The competitive complexity and changes have far-reaching implications for health care services organizations whose businesses are built on serving this important segment.
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Health technology eases anxiety in patients with chronic conditions, study findsAll technology interventions substantially improved mental health, but those supported by physicians and other providers were shown to be most effective.
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AI: Part of the prescription, not the panacea for what’s ailing clinical practicesClinicians need to acquire and employ AI not as the latest “me too” thing that everyone else is using, but rather with clearly defined purposes and careful planning.
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Recruiting strategies for primary care physiciansHere’s how to combine best practices, technology and people to find the staff you need.
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An advantageous time for preferred stocksLike common stocks, preferred stocks represent minute slices of company ownership, as they’re a form of equity. But like bonds, they’re a fixed-income security that pays yield, in the form of dividends.
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Amid disruption, how do we "future proof" health care?The pandemic’s profound impact on the industry has only heightened with staffing shortages and health care legislation complexities.
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How the right communication strategy can reduce the impact of a patient’s health crisisProviding clear and simple instructions reduces patients’ uncertainty and fear when confronted with bad news
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The Power of data and working together to solve health crisisHealthcare professionals and policy makers must act, as we go from the crisis phase of the pandemic, to managing an ongoing public health risk.
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‘Your Body, Your Health Care’ — a study of physicians, patients and informed consent in medicineA new volume by a physician author examines the history and current state of patient autonomy in health care.
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The overlooked risk in physician estate planning: Who can legally access the EHR?Electronic health records are vital to practice operations. A digital estate plan keeps them accessible
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How the health care data supply chain can help MedicaidMedicaid programs can become more data-driven in their decision-making to drive better performance and more equity in value-based agreements.
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Safeguarding patient data in an era of interconnected health care systemsKey steps for strengthening cyber defenses in health care settings
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Beyond good ideas: How purpose and grit shape and drive start-up success in health carePhysicians and entrepreneurs are smart, but they need persistence and drive to get their businesses past the ‘no’ phase of development.
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Funding community efforts to address social determinants of healthNow, more than ever, health care organizations need to develop sustainable partnerships within their communities
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Understand the audit risks and penalties from some cardiology codesHow the CMS definition of cardiovascular surveillance is leading to significant recoupments from cardiology practices
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How to keep your patients happy: 6 steps to reduce long wait times and improve patient satisfactionLong wait times can negatively impact the patient experience and be highly detrimental to your practice’s financial stability. Here’s how to minimize them.
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Can hospital ADT notifications change the game for value-based care? One Aledade case study shows what is possibleWhen hospitals communicate with primary care physicians, good things can happen for patients and their doctors.
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How implementing advanced health care technology solutions benefits providers and payersTechnology-driven platforms lead to better-informed decisions that aid all stakeholders
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Important cybersecurity regulation updates for healthcare organizationsEverything you need to know about the latest government regulations on cybersecurity
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Medication alone will not end obesityObesity is a complex disease that requires treatment both individualized and multifaceted.
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5 issues to consider before selling a medical practiceMany of these items should be addressed in advance of going to market or accepting indications of interest from potential buyers.
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How physicians can practice leadership, not just practice medicine, in their officesIntegrate these five leadership skills to invigorate your patients, your staff, and your business.
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Here's what "radical transparency" on health care can look likeWithout clear pricing, patients can end up paying thousands more than necessary.
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Healthcare legislation must codify hospital price transparency ruleEmployers and patients need access to these actual health plan rates to know what they are expected to pay.
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The benefits and challenges of implementing remote patient monitoringRPM has potential to reduce costs and workload, but reimbursement and ease of use obstacles remain
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Capturing specialty practice revenueThree tips and tricks for practices looking to boost the bottom line.
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5 questions primary care physicians should ask as Medicare Advantage enrollment continues to growDespite some tumult in the market, tailwinds that have propelled Medicare Advantage popularity persist in 2023. The competitive complexity and changes have far-reaching implications for health care services organizations whose businesses are built on serving this important segment.
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FTC action on PBMs could be just what the doctor ordered to improve patient outcomesA primer on prescription drug prices, pharmacy benefit managers, government action, and why physicians need to be heard.
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Can hospital ADT notifications change the game for value-based care? One Aledade case study shows what is possibleWhen hospitals communicate with primary care physicians, good things can happen for patients and their doctors.
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Fence mending: How emerging tech is reshaping health care collaborationAI and data analytics will cut through administrative clutter and enable payers and providers to collaborate proactively, especially for “rising risk” patient groups
