MeMed unveils first fingerstick test to rapidly differentiate between bacterial and viral infections
MeMed BV Flex could revolutionize infection diagnosis, enabling rapid differentiation between bacterial and viral infections in just 15 minutes with a fingerstick test.
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: Why Congress must fix physician payment
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, shares the top Medicare policy she'd like to see Congress act on in 2025.
Alcohol-related liver disease has doubled in the last 20 years; this nasal spray delivers Alzheimer’s drug to brain; Trump admin to destroy $9.7M in contraceptives meant for global aid – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
What's broken in medicine—and how to fix it: The big retail fail
The U.S. health care system is a mess. Here’s what needs to change.
Workplace violence is driving physicians and nurses to the exit, new report shows
Nearly half of health care workers say they’re likely to leave their job within a year, citing safety concerns.
‘Our patients need our care’ — AOA names first psychiatrist as association president
Robert G.G. Piccinini maintains practice in Michigan and has been involved in physician leadership roles.
How to tell when it’s time to upgrade your practice management software
Outdated systems can quietly undermine your efficiency, finances and patient experience. Here are five key warning signs to watch for.
HHS: Mercury-based thimerosal is gone from U.S. vaccines
ACIP recommended barring additive that already was largely discontinued, and now RFK Jr. formally agrees.
FDA’s new AI tool “Elsa” faces accuracy concerns despite commissioner’s high hopes
FDA's AI tool, Elsa, faces scrutiny for producing unreliable data, raising concerns about its rapid implementation and impact on regulatory accuracy.
GE HealthCare tops FDA list for AI-enabled medical devices for fourth year in a row
GE HealthCare leads in FDA AI-enabled medical device authorizations, showcasing innovation in imaging and diagnostics to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: Bundling dental, vision and hearing into accountable care
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, explains why their latest report proposes bundling dental, vision and hearing into accountable care.
New subtype of diabetes found in Africa; regular opioid use linked to increased dementia risk; weight rebound common after stopping anti-obesity medications – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today
What's broken in medicine—and how to fix it: Why the system is a mess
Humana pledges to accelerate reductions in time, number of prior authorizations
Insurer announces goals for 2026 as House of Representatives takes up review of PAs and other elements of Medicare Advantage.
More than 120M Americans lack adequate access to health care, study finds
Pharmacy closures, hospital shortages and underserved primary care persist in 80% of counties across rural and urban America.
Advanced Primary Care Management Services: A new proactive model for whole patient care
Teams, tech and accountability are part of a new model to improve care for patients with complex or chronic conditions.
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: Fixing Medicare Advantage while preserving favorability
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, breaks down the organization's proposal for fixing prior authorizations and Star Ratings in Medicare Advantage.
Can an Apple Watch improve asthma management?
Digital asthma program shows sustained benefits in landmark clinical trial
New data on 2024’s CrowdStrike outage; surgical robots; wearable tech could reshape sports injury prevention – Morning Medical Update
The 2026 Medicare Hospital Outpatient and ASC Rule — What physicians need to know now
Here are key provisions that physicians need to know about the proposed rule.
What's broken in medicine—and how to fix it: A conversation with Marschall Runge, M.D., Ph.D.
Can AI and tech help streamline prior auths? How to get started
Prior authorizations are a major burden for practices. How can AI and other technology help physicians in the fight?
AMR: ‘The silent pandemic’ — Large and small measures to combat antimicrobial resistance
An infectious disease specialist discusses the state of AMR, antimicrobial resistance, and why it is a threat to modern health care.
More physicians are leaving traditional Medicare, with primary care hit hardest
New JAMA Health Forum study shows the rate of physicians exiting Medicare has doubled since 2010, with solo practices and primary care physicians leading the way.
Patient prices go up as hospitals take over physician practices, reduce competition
Study becomes the latest to confirm earlier research and suspicions about potential bad effects of consolidation in health care.
What you need to know about credit card surcharges
How to maintain compliance when using credit card surcharges
FDA clears Takeda Devices to simplify at-home immune therapy administration of HYQVIA
Takeda introduces HyHub and HyHub Duo, innovative devices simplifying at-home administration of HYQVIA, enhancing patient experience in immune therapy.
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: How value-based MA models are saving billions
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, explains what top-performing Medicare Advantage groups are doing differently.
Ep. 74: From patient to president, with AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D. (Part 1)
American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D., joins the show to talk AMA priorities, primary care struggles and his personal journey from physician to patient.
Explaining Trump’s diagnosis; FDA panel signals support for easing menopause hormone warnings; AI boosts Alzheimer’s drug discovery by refining clinical trials – Morning Medical Update
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