New study sheds light on doctors’ use of social media to spread COVID-19 misinformation
Twitter, Facebook were most frequently-used platforms
Cyberattacks on health care grow in number even as more leaders, staff gain awareness
‘New era’ as 2023 could go from bad to worse for invasions of computer networks.
Pig kidney sustains brain dead man; Risk of 9 cancers reduced by being in good shape; Arthritis drug could boost effectiveness of morning after pill - Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in primary care today.
Only 45% of patients happy with their health insurance
Survey shows that patients want a lot more from their health plan than what they are getting
Representative takes aim at prior authorizations in Medicare, Medicare Advantage
Legislation that would speed up treatment reviews is piling up. Will Congress or CMS act first?
Public awareness is hazy about federal rules for prescription drug prices
A year after the president signed the Inflation Reduction Act, it seems Americans may not fully understand what it does.
The need for greater patient loyalty: A lesson from the hospitality industry
Physicians would be wise to exam how the hospitality industry builds repeat customers before it’s too late
Three pillars to managing low-dollar AR
Use these to develop a strategic approach to profitably manage and effectively resolve low-dollar accounts receivables.
Gas station company tackles urgent care; ADHD medication shortage persists; Opioid treatment scarcity - Morning Medical Update
Proposed rule banning noncompete agreements draws mixed reaction from health care execs
Doctors largely oppose noncompetes, hospitals and other employers favor them
Care at home: Technology, trust, teamwork all have a place
American Telemedicine Association convenes panel to discuss health services for an aging population.
The benefits of doctor-pharmacist collaboration
A new survey explores the perspectives of both groups.
Concierge medicine opens its doors wider than ever to physicians seeking positive change
Surge in membership medicine opportunities fueled by administrative challenges, reimbursement reductions, operating cost escalation and retiring concierge physicians.
Four physicians convicted of selling drugs out of Tennessee clinics
Amazon offering insulin for $35 per month, delivered
15-plus insulin and diabetes care brands are covered
Health care system is responding to growing shortage of primary care doctors
Advanced practice practitioners, retailers, telehealth are replacing doctor-patient relationship
‘Blue legs’ and long COVID; Nearly half of LGBTQ patients experience medical gaslighting; Many believe marijuana smoke is safer than tobacco smoke Morning Medical Update
Fees for electronic payments are bleeding physician practices
MGMA publishes position paper on another way insurance companies squeeze dollars out of doctors.
Petition to eliminate MOC draws 15,000 signatures
Discontent growing over program’s time, monetary requirements
AI expert says you have nothing to fear from tape recorders, Apple watch to replace cardiologists, Hackers live rent-free in health care’s head - Digital Pulse
The latest health care technology news.
CMS creating residencies to focus on primary care, but they have not expanded to rural areas
Research letter examines amount of time spent training in rural and urban areas.
Maui wildfires toxic particles; Renaming obesity; Suicides reached all-time high in 2022- Morning Medical Update
Media report shows how payers are charging doctors to receive payments
ProPublica report illustrates the influence that a single lobbyist can have on CMS policy decisions that take billions away from doctors and redirects it to insurance companies.
Top 8 billing tips for health care practitioners
Common mistakes can creep into various steps in the insurance billing process. Correct them and you’ll improve the financial health of your practice.
Instead of worrying about going broke in retirement, act now
Use tax-advantaged annuities to boost savings and/or create your own private pension.
Doctor salaries under fire after Washington Post report
Data analysis by the paper showed an average physician salary of $350,000
COVID-19 pandemic showcased importance of care coordinators in primary care practices
Coordinators provided vital human connection for patients, study finds
Exercise can help health care workers find relief from depressive symptoms, burnout
After COVID-19 conditions slammed clinicians and support staff, researchers examine effects of apps that guide physical activity to improve mental health.
Primary care company Cano Health lays off 700, looking to sell
Company exiting three states and Puerto Rico this year, warns of cash shortfall
Primary care is the focus for national plan to expand nursing workforce
Advanced practice nurses are part of HHS investing $100 million in education.
