Proposed opioid guidelines would remove hard prescribing caps, rely on clinical judgement
The CDC is seeking comment on the voluntary guidelines, which come on the heels of the controversial 2016 guidance that placed hard caps on prescribing.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 16, 2022
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
69% of patients would switch providers for better services
Report shows public’s desire for more convenience and empathy
Pfizer extending EUA submission for young juvenile COVID-19 vaccine
The move will delay the vaccine’s authorization for this younger group.
Why I love being a primary care physician
When I read about the plight of primary care doctors and their widespread dissatisfaction with their profession, I remember Dr. William Vroom.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 15, 2022
Few hospitals complying with price transparency law
Just 14.3% of hospitals complying with rule meant to encourage consumer price shopping
Report: New antibacterial drugs lag in development and investment
Big pharma and investors focusing on other segments despite the need for new therapeutics
Investing myths can imperil your portfolio
Here are some common myths and reasons to reject them.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 14, 2022
The ransomware threat: 3 steps to protect your practice
Ransomware is perhaps the greatest cybersecurity challenge facing the healthcare industry right now.
Personnel shortages top list of issues facing hospitals
This is the first time in 18 years that financial challenges were not the top issue.
Amazon expands telehealth services to cover entire country
In-person services also will be available in eight more cities.
This radical approach to patient flow could revitalize your practice
Are you willing to try something different?
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 11, 2022
AMA: Prior authorizations hurt productivity
Prior authorizations are an obvious obstacle for physicians, but it also negatively impacts employers.
Inflation hits 7.5 percent in January
This month’s Consumer Price Index report showed the largest inflation increase in four decades.
CDC data reveals state-based differences in life expectancy
Where does your state rank?
Using behavioral science and AI to meet the needs of patients and providers
Leveraging insights from AI and behavioral science can improve financial outcomes as well as clinical ones.
Tips for reducing no-show patients
No-shows can wreak havoc on your schedule and financial performance. Here's how to nip them in the bud.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 10, 2022
Drug overdose deaths top 1 million since 1999, report finds
Annual financial cost is more than $1 trillion.
Survey: Hackers usually seek financial information in healthcare attacks
Phishing is still the leading way hackers attack healthcare organizations.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 9, 2022
How COVID-19 has affected patient access to medications
Impacts of the pandemic on patients, physicians, and pharmacists.
The 93rd Physician Report is here: Take our survey
Our annual survey provides physicians with accurate data on salary trends, productivity, malpractice rates, and more.
Top 5 coding mistakes that cause practices to lose revenue
To prevent your practice from losing this revenue, avoid these five common coding mistakes.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Feb. 8, 2022
Pressure mounts on Congress to enact telehealth reform
Two letters ask that pandemic-era flexibilities become permanent.
Improve credentialing as a path to physician retention
Achieving credentialing efficiency requires practices to automate, centralize, and ensure visibility into their credentialing data.
