White House lays out primary care’s role in juvenile COVID-19 vaccinations
The administration sees pediatricians and primary care physicians taking the lead in the push.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 21, 2021
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
Telehealth and the rise of contextual care
For the first time, clinicians have been able to get a “behind the scenes look” into their patient’s environment during telehealth visits
What are the clinical benefits of participating in an HIE?
Using information from an HIE has many benefits.
Rebuttal: Congress, not the AANP, can resolve the physician shortage
Members of Physicians for Patient Protection respond to claims made by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Physician Bootcamp sessions available on demand
A treasure trove of physician business tips are available online.
Insurers embracing virtual first plans
UnitedHealthcare’s newly launched virtual first plan is one part of a push by the industry.
Are health care organizations using the physician shortage as an excuse to install non physician practitioners in roles that a doctor should be leading?
Patients often don’t understand the different levels of training required by practitioners, so organizations often push non-physicians into more roles.
Hospitalized COVID patients facing higher bills as cost-sharing waivers expire
Study suggests legislation may be needed to help cope with financial burden.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 20, 2021
How has the physician shortage exacerbated the physician burnout problem?
Increasing demands on physician time and not being able to treat all patients takes a toll.
Does information about care provided in places like minute clinics and urgent care centers go into an HIE?
The information blocking rule implemented in April 2021 requires all health care organizations to share patient information.
FDA expected to allow mix and match COVID-19 boosters
The agency is expected to decide on that as well as Moderna and Johnson and Johnson boosters this week.
The payment posting process: An important step in your practice's medical billing cycle
It’s one area that is not always completed correctly.
Supply chain issues creating challenges for healthcare
Nearly all respondents to a Kaufman Hall survey have experienced challenges in supply procurement.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 19, 2021
Why have rural and underserved areas suffered more physician shortages during COVID?
Early retirements and a declining population of practitioners make staffing difficult.
Study: EHR use, productivity tied to physician turnover
The research suggests the less time a physician spends on an EHR the more likely they are to leave their employer.
Savvy student loan repayment tips for physicians in training
Don’t ignore your loans — come up with a plan instead.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 18, 2021
How the health care data supply chain can help Medicaid
Medicaid programs can become more data-driven in their decision-making to drive better performance and more equity in value-based agreements.
UPDATED: FDA recommends Moderna, Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 boosters
The advisory panel is also scheduled to discuss Merck antiviral pill late next month.
What has COVID taught us about the physician shortage in the U.S.?
A bad problem got even worse as the pandemic swept through the country.
Walgreens invests $5.2 billion in VillageMD to provide primary care in-store
The investment will boost the number of VillageMD locations to 600 by 2025 and to 1,000 by 2027.
Securities-based loans: An alternative to traditional borrowing for doctors
What securities-based loans are and why physicians should consider them as part of their borrowing repertoire.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 15, 2021
FDA panel discussing Moderna COVID-19 boosters
A recommendation is expected on whether the shot should be authorized.
Consumer Price Index rises, medical care index static in September
Indexes for prescription drugs and hospital services saw slight rises, but they were offset by a dip in physician services.
One step at a time: A strategic approach to automation in RCM
When embarking on a revenue cycle automation project, it's prudent to crawl before you walk and then walk before you run.
Current health care system cannot survive aging population
The anticipated rise in healthcare costs due to the aging population is simply not sustainable.
