Telehealth interventions could lead to weight loss, lower risk of cardiometabolic disease
Researchers announce study with wearables, tablets for participating patients.
New ICD-10 codes to know before October
Changes for ICD-10 documentation codes that go into effect in October 2022.
Dividend investing: a proven strategy for all seasons
How to earn money ‘while you sleep’.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 2, 2022
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
Proposed opioid prescribing guidelines: 12 recommendations for clinicians
The CDC has called the proposed 2022 opioid guidelines voluntary and not intended to be an “inflexible standard.”
Physician practices and hospitals see six consecutive months of negative margins
Increase in patient volume and revenue not enough to outweigh the growing cost of care
Patients want physicians to have online presence, communication, billing options
Survey outlines patients’ attitudes on technology.
CMS proposing overhaul of Medicare accountable care organization rules
Attempts to steer more physicians into ACOs are part of the plan
Internists, AAFP endorse health provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
American College of Physicians, AAFP backs Affordable Care Act subsidies, drug price negotiations for Medicare
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 1, 2022
What is a “purposeful pause”?
Pausing between patients for a few slow, deep breaths can help doctors be more emotionally present.
Fragmented care stalls progress in diabetes reduction
More financial incentives for high-value services, greater data interoperability are needed to address problem
Communication gaps remain open between primary care physicians, specialists
Managing staff during the Great Resignation: Focus on stayers, not leavers
How to make sure resignations don't derail your staff retention.
Average data breach now costs record $4.35 million
Most organizations report multiple data breaches
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: July 29, 2022
Opening a direct care practice: calculating patient volume and fee structure
One of the biggest benefits of the direct care model is its economic simplicity.
Providing perspective on the bear market
The importance of meditation
How practicing meditation can increase mindfulness.
Patients want medical data to stay with physicians, not migrate to big tech
AMA surveys patients on privacy in light of recent Supreme Court ruling on abortion.
New billing codes for monkeypox testing, vaccines unveiled
Codes enable billing for lab tests, administering vaccines
A strategy for investing during a recession
There is a difference between investing during a recession and investing in anticipation of a recession.
Use these two CPT modifiers to get paid correctly
During a typical office visit, physicians may provide evaluation and management (E/M) services, minor procedures and more. The question is: Can they bill for each one separately?
The 2022 Coding Guide
What you need to know to avoid claim denials and to maximize practice revenue
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: July 28, 2022
Fed raises interest rates 0.75% for second straight month
The move was expected as the central bank continues to try to rein in inflation
How to invest during rising inflation
The right strategy can help protect your wealth and keep you on track for retirement
Selling your practice? Avoid these four mistakes
Often, private practice physicians make drastic mistakes when selling their medical practice and lose thousands of dollars in the process. All their hard work and long-term investment goes down the drain.
Improve Your Telehealth System
Invest in upgraded tools and platforms and set clear guidelines for patients
Physicians, patients split on how EHR detracts or enhances primary care office visits
Less than half of physicians, but more than 91% of patients, had positive view of computerized records.
