Expert Interviews

An overview of treatment opportunities available for patients who are overweight or obese, and recommendations for progressing to treatment options beyond diet and exercise.

Dr Elena A. Christofides highlights various treatment goals for managing patients who are diagnosed as overweight or obese.

Reactions to the burden of overweight and obesity in the United States, in terms of prevalence and health complications.

Your overall debt load and interest rate level will help determine the right strategy.

Dr Elena A. Christofides reacts to various disparities among patients who are overweight or obese that impact how patients are managed in the United States.

Dr Harold Edward Bays shares important insight on appropriately defining overweight versus obesity in terms of a medical diagnosis.

Using the examples of Olympic athletes Simone Biles and Michael Phelps to talk about physician mental health.

Waiting too long to focus on retirement can derail long-term goals.

Black health care professionals and organizations have been holding conversations and town hall meetings to share information and reduce doubts about the safety of the COVID vaccines.

With hefty fines in play, be careful who you put in charge of your medical records.

There are many ways the government can find out you are not properly handling physical medical documents.

What physicians need to know to financially protect their loved ones and prepare for potential tax increases.

Regulations vary by state, so carefully follow all guidelines.

Determining ROI is crucial to figuring out whether a purchase or investment is worth it financially.

Follow all the procedures to make sure you don’t run afoul of the law.

The rules can be confusing if not carefully followed.

These errors can cost your practice a lot of money in fines.

Follow all the guidelines to avoid hefty fines.

Patient satisfaction is key to running a successful medical business.

Three physicians discuss why they transitioned their practice to concierge, and how it helped them weather the financial challenges of COVID-19.

A conversation with Ohio Congressman Brad Wenstrup, DPM, about his efforts to persuade Americans to get COVID-19 vaccinations.

The COVID pandemic has shown the importance of expanding coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

The greater affordability of health insurance purchased on the health care exchanges will benefit many patients.

Telehealth makes it easier for patients to receive follow-up care from their physicians.

How expanded use of telehealth is making it easier for people in underserved communities to obtain primary care services.

A conversation with ONC director Micky Tripathi, on this week's Medical Economics Pulse.

COVID testing and vaccination sites and programs often don’t understand the challenges faced by Black Americans.

Making same-day appointments work is important for building patient loyalty and for providing the best care.

Adequate insurance coverage and greater diversity among care providers can improve adherence and use of preventive measures among Americans of color.

An expert physician considers the challenges that arise with ICD10 coding in delivering care for patients with hepatic encephalopathy and risk adjustment.