December 25, 2018 edition

2018 Physician Writing Contest runner up

Paperwork and administrative burdens ranks 1st on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

Compliance programs to protect your practice, staff and patients.

Difficulty using EHRs ranks 2nd on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

Government regulations ranks 3rd on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

Is there reimbursement specifically for weight management counseling?

There are options available for doctors who want to change systems. 

Should physicians have a voice in the ongoing debate about gun control? Medical Economics surveyed our audience of primary care physicians to get their opinions. Here are the results.

Prior authorizations ranks 4th on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

In-house testing laboratories can be profitable for physicians and give patients an enhanced care experience.

Replacing primary care physicians with NPs/PAs ranks 5th on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

No negotiating leverage with payers ranks 6th on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

Rising staff and overhead costs ranks 7th on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

Imbalance in primary care versus specialist reimbursement ranks 8th on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

MOC costs and requirements ranks 9th on the list of issues ruining medicine for physicians.

Greater communication with patients through telehealth can lead to improved revenue cycle management. 

Doctors can use the psychological techniques of deep listening and emotional validation to help patients feel heard and understood.

If you’re feeling burned out, here are some steps to take control and move beyond burnout.