ACP encourages Americans to get vaccinated against preventable diseases – not just COVID-19
An expected rise in COVID-19 cases in combination with other preventable diseases could overwhelm the healthcare system.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 20, 2021
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
Prescription drug spending: How does the U.S. compare?
How much more do Americans spend on prescription drugs than people in other countries?
Survey: Patient volumes returning to pre-pandemic levels
June and July saw hospitals getting back to 2019 levels of patient volume.
Physician compensation sees slight rise, productivity falls in 2020
The minor rise in compensation was accompanied by a decrease in productivity.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 19, 2021
COVID-19 boosters to be offered starting Sept. 20
The Biden administration will make the additional doses of two COVID-19 vaccines available to combat the Delta variant.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 18, 2021
Expect the unexpected: Why young physicians need a financial plan
If you build your five-year plan, the answers to all your questions will fall into place.
AAFP calls for FDA authorization of children’s COVID-19 shots
The organization wants the current emergency use authorization to be expanded to include patients under 12.
Biden administration to advise all get COVID-19 boosters
The rollout of the boosters is expected to follow a similar track to that used in the first round of immunizations.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 17, 2021
Use technology to avoid surprises from the No Surprises Act
The No Surprises Act, which takes effect January 1, 2022, is a much-needed push for providers to be more transparent about total costs to the patient and eliminating unexpected medical bills.
7 maneuvers for independent practices to weather the storm
As independent practices are tossed by waves of change, there’s more than one way to adjust the sails.
ACP calls for mask wearing in schools
The organization says requiring masks in schools would help in the fight against spreading COVID-19.
Biden calls on Congress to lower prescription drug prices
The president wants legislators to allow Medicare to negotiate drug prices.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 16, 2021
Senate passes healthcare provider protection act
The legislation would authorize $35 million for a grant program aimed at teaching providers strategies to address wellbeing issues.
MGMA comes out against insurer charged EFT fees
The organization is asking CMS to prohibit the charges being passed to practices.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 13, 2021
Why Personalizing Care is Essential to Patient Engagement Success
Content and interactions tailored to address unique individual choices and preferences create long-lasting healthy outcomes and drive habit changes.
Striking out Preventable Patient Harm
Creating safe care for everyone requires a concerted effort.
FDA expected to authorize COVID-19 boosters for the immunocompromised
The authorization would cover both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
A physician's guide to restrictive covenants
The importance of well-drafted provisions.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 12, 2021
July inflation increased 0.5 percent
The rise in inflation has slowed from June’s 0.9 percent increase.
Is there a good ratio for physicians to use between debt repayment and retirement investing?
Your overall debt load and interest rate level will help determine the right strategy.
Study: Flu shot offers protection against COVID-19
The flu shot was shown to reduce the number of patients with COVID-19 who required treatment from an emergency department or the intensive care unit.
How an effective revenue cycle management strategy can help reduce burnout
Optimizing the revenue cycle can help reduce much of the stress that contributes to burnout.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Aug. 11, 2021
