Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: April 25, 2022
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
Creating a retirement savings timeline
Michael Joyce, president of financial consultant Agili, talks about the importance of a retirement savings plan that can change over time.
HHS commits $90 million for data-driven approaches to reduce health disparities
Funds will aid HRSA Health Center Program-supported centers to identify and reduce health disparities
HHS releases data on hospital changes in ownership 2016 to 2022
Nationally, 4.6% of hospitals sold in last six years; South Carolina leads at 19%.
Justice Department announces charges for alleged $149M in COVID-19 fraud
Feds say alleged scammers “placed greed above care” in pandemic.
COVID-19 Epilogue: 10 Lessons Learned After Two Long Pandemic Years
Much has changed since the beginning of the pandemic.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: April 22, 2022
Rules finalized for better information sharing among health care organizations
New rules for attachments, benefits verification, and infrastructure aim to improve communication
Chasing investment crazes – why?
Michael Joyce, president of financial consultant Agili, talks about the difference between investing for retirement and speculating on trendy investments.
HHS cybersecurity center notes “very aggressive” threat by Hive hacking group
Ransomware groups targeting health organizations, physicians’ offices.
Physicians spend 4.5 hours a day on electronic health records
Study compiles data, finds multiple specialties affected.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: April 21, 2022
“Mismatch” with opioid treatment, vulnerable communities, leaves patients at risk in disaster
Study examines locations, preparedness for pandemic, treatment disruptions.
“Diworsification” – incorrectly gauging portfolio diversification
Michael Joyce, president of financial consultant Agili, explains the theory of “diworsification,” wrongly thinking an investment portfolio is diversified to minimize risk.
Study finds possible cause of racial and ethnic gaps in Medicare’s quality program
Coordination and access to primary care within a network proves vital.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: April 20, 2022
Realizing a society free of vaccine-preventable diseases
The pandemic underscored the incredible power of vaccination.
Supermajority of U.S. physicians work for health systems or corporations
Pandemic greatly accelerated consolidation, threatening the independent practice of medicine
Physicians need more info on e-cigarettes to communicate with patients
Devices could help patients reduce or stop using tobacco, researchers say.
6 ways to eliminate busywork in your practice
Here are the top six ways to eliminate busywork in your practice.
What’s driving the transition to value-based care?
States, investors and consumers are leading the way
Physicians may start saving later in life than people in other careers
Michael Joyce, president of financial consultant Agili, explains why doctors may start saving later in life.
COVID-19 widening mortality gap between U.S. and other high-income countries
Hispanics and Blacks saw biggest drops in life expectancy in 2020, study finds
Data shows long COVID hitting women more than men
Researchers just now starting to get an idea of who is more likely to suffer from long COVID
Bills target COVID-19 mental health effects in youths, adults
Lawmakers want to expand telehealth options for children, cognitive research.
Getting started with Direct Care: Designing your dream practice
The first step is establishing a vision for your practice.
Competition pushes down Marketplace health insurance premiums
Tax credits a factor for future insurance rates.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: April 18, 2022
Is there a ‘magic number’ for money needed for physicians to retire?
Michael Joyce, president of financial consultant Agili, discusses the amount of money physicians may need to retire comfortably – and live for years in retirement.
Community health centers grappling with loss of employees
Higher pay, pandemic-related stress most common reasons for departures.
