The latest COVID-19 news relevant to physicians when it comes to the business of medicine.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 29, 2021
Data from the Coronavirus Resource Center at Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Disease Control.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 28
Questions linger around COVID-19’s origin
Debate and discussion about the origin of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been at the forefront of the global consciousness since the first cases were reported in December 2019.
10 safest states in the COVID-19 pandemic
An analysis across five key metrics has identified the 10 safest states during the pandemic.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 25, 2021
Study: Black patients more likely to die from COVID-19
A study found that Black Medicare beneficiaries hospitalized with COVID-19 were 11 percent more likely to die or be discharged to hospice.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 24, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 23, 2021
Almost 10 million enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP during COVID-19 pandemic
CMS reports a boom in enrollment during the public health emergency.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 21, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 18, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 17, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 16, 2021
Ways the pandemic weakened patient communications
Study shows that some practices are losing money due to missed appointments and poor follow-up.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 15, 2021
Novavax COVID-19 vaccine proves effective in trials
In a U.K trial, the drug proved 96 percent efficacy against the original strain of COVID-19.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 14, 2021
ACP releases policy on ethics of global COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The policy says physicians have an ethical obligation to advocate for the health and wellbeing of patients globally.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 11, 2021
Becerra warns against charging patients for COVID-19 vaccination
In a letter to physicians and insurers, the HHS head reminds that patients can’t be charged for the vaccine.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June10, 2021
Patients may require different types of post-pandemic reassurances before seeking care
As restrictions are lifted and the threat of Covid wanes, the medical community will need to work hard to encourage patients to reengage and seek care.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 9, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 8, 2021
2021 Physician Report: COVID’s impact on medical practices’ financial health
How the pandemic impacted medical practices, according to our exclusive data.
Physician wellness after COVID-19: Steps to getting back to normalcy
There are steps doctors can take to improve our mental well-being as we continue to navigate the post-pandemic world.
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 7, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 4, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 3, 2021
Coronavirus vaccine and case numbers in the United States: June 2, 2021