New course on youth mental health for primary care clinicians; cosmetic surgeries to tighten skin on the rise; how “bad” cholesterol works in the body – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
Could direct primary care practices be contributing to the shortage of primary care physicians?
A report in The Annals of Family Medicine looked to uncover whether direct primary care practices are represented in health professional shortage areas.
What are the other risks practices face in 2025?
2025 presents many unique risks to medical practices. Here's what you need to know.
Value-based payment models: Too much documentation
A physician researcher discusses why primary care physicians do not participate in value-based payment models.
What are the cybersecurity risks to your practice in 2025?
Health care continues to be a top target for hackers. Here are the risks for 2025.
Are you prepared if a natural disaster shuts down your practice?
Natural disasters are becoming more common and more severe. What are the dangers to your practice and how can you prepare?
What will happen to malpractice rates in 2025?
The malpractice insurance market is facing a number of challenges. What does that mean for rates in 2025?
What can physicians do to prevent burnout on their staff?
Burnout isn't limited to physicians. What can be done to make sure your staff doesn't burn out?
Value-based payment models: Problematic performance measures
Should physicians who work at or do business with rural hospitals be worried?
Rural hospitals have really struggled to stay open in recent years - a trend that looks to continue in 2025. Do physicians affiliated with rural hospitals need to worry about their future?
'The cuts need to stop'
Rep. Greg Murphy, MD, discusses his bill to stop the planned Medicare reimbursement reduction.
Why is reimbursement going down when costs are going up?
A discussion on the factors driving reimbursement down as costs in health care continue to rise.
FTC to get leadership change, new commissioner under Trump administration
Ferguson, who opposed ban of noncompetes, named to succeed Chair Khan; new commissioner Meador called for PBM regulations.
Value-based payment models: Workforce shortages are a problem
Like Jimmy Carter, you (or your spouse) might live to 100
Act now to ensure you won’t run out of money. Annuities can help.
Inflation increased in November in the final significant report ahead of Fed meeting
CPI increased 0.3% in November, good for a 2.7% year-over-year increase.
Value-based payment: Health systems don’t support doctors
Value-based payment: Not all insurers are on board
Insurer halts controversial anesthesia policy; Americans don’t associate HPV with throat cancer; AI for primary care curriculum – Morning Medical Update
Value-based payment: Or is it fee-for-service? Or both?
How different sectors of the health care industry can overcome challenges in 2025
McKinsey & Company analyzed recent trends to explain how the health care industry can weather ongoing challenges, and capitalize on emerging opportunities, in a new report.
Value-based payment: Will it cover the cost of doing business?
Thinking of leaving independent practice? 6 questions to consider before making the leap
Not all potential partners or arrangements can provide the assistance physicians want while giving them the autonomy they’re accustomed to nor the work-life balance they may seek.
Value-based payment: Sources and a summary
Value-based payment: An introduction to a study
Navigating the ACO landscape: A guide for providers striving for value-based care
The crucial decision of which ACO to join requires careful consideration of various factors.
The hidden cost of data overload: How ‘too much information’ is sabotaging patient care
Physicians don’t need more data — they need smarter data.
$67 million telemarketing Medicare fraud scheme; new ASD screening model for toddlers; single H5N1 mutation could enable transmission among humans – Morning Medical Update
How to prevent and address harassment complaints: Balancing physician rights and hospital actions
Prevention is key. Here’s how to ensure minor workplace issues don't escalate into lawsuits.
Cancer screenings: The vital role of the primary care physician
Early screening for cancer is critical and PCPs play a major role in educating patients about regular screenings.
