Reps back reforms to Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, starting with physician reimbursement
Letter calls for prompt action to avert cut scheduled for 2025, says doctors’ pay should cover cost of actually delivering care to patients.
Making it easier for patients to fill prescriptions without more work for providers
Medication adherence starts with meeting patients in the moments that matter.
Trump and Harris on health care: Policy experts make their predictions
Business consultant BRG convenes analysts for look at health care direction under the presidential candidates.
The unseen health care workforce; health heading for the Oval Office; windows to the soul and maybe to sickness – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
Medicine for profit: The pharmaceutical industry’s stronghold and impact on patient wellness
To better serve patients, physicians must understand the influence, tactics and goals of Big Pharma.
How primary care physicians can help safeguard the nation’s blood supply
As the American population ages and donations decline, raising awareness is a crucial first step to replenish supplies.
Considering a practice change? Five signs it may not be a fit
Before switching jobs, make sure you are making the right move
The high cost of physician infertility
In addition to work support, women physicians need strong personal support.
Physicians in politics: Advice about running for office
Physicians in elected office share their thoughts about campaigning, elections and public service.
Physicians in politics: A day in Congress
Physicians in politics: Policy, financial insecurity and health
Physicians in politics: Good policy can lead to better health
Physicians in politics: Common language, different beliefs
Physicians in politics: Why run for office?
Physicians in politics: Why doctors need to get involved
Physicians in politics: The anatomy of an attack ad
Physicians in politics: On patient reaction and doctor leadership
U.S. needs to recognize value of primary care – and pay for it, AAFP leader says
The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, health care consolidation and the next president all can affect the nation’s health through primary care.
More than 15 million U.S. adults have ADHD; eating less could lead to longer life span; Georgia reinstates six-week abortion ban – Morning Medical Update
6 tips for identifying go-getters for your practice
Who do you want on your team, the go-getters or the gunnas?
Doctors, patients and medicine benefit when family physicians serve as mentors
AAFP president discusses teaching newer physicians, expanding voices in medicine, and the upcoming flu season.
How a hospital blocks a hurricane storm surge; give that robodoctor a hand; lions’ compliance with health care – Morning Medical Update
How AI is meeting the challenges in a new era of health care
Will your practice keep up or be left behind?
California joins nationwide movement to destigmatize physician mental health
The culture of medicine is evolving as more doctors, administrators and policymakers recognize the importance of mental health care.
Improving the nation’s medical research; benzene in acne medications; the viruses in your bathroom – Morning Medical Update
The great IT fail: 7 investments in health care technology that weren't worth the money
Lots of technologies held a lot of promise and cost a lot of money, but many failed to deliver anything other than a big bill and wasted time.
A wake-up call for physician-owned practices
AI is a major threat to medical practices -- but can also be a major help.
Medicare to create new list of $2 prescription drugs for Part D beneficiaries
Public comment period opens; new model is based on current lists of large pharmacies and retailers.
3 cornerstones young physicians need for a strong financial foundation
Physicians are high earners, but their professional careers begin later than most, so early action can yield long-term financial security.
AAFP starting large-scale project to examine AI technology in family practice
New Academy president discusses new study on AI and legal challenges around noncompete agreements.
