HHS releasing $2 billion more in Provider Relief Fund payments
The payments are meant to assist providers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why specialty care outcomes depend on virtual access to expertise
Difficulties accessing virtual care and support remain a barrier to the best care for patients facing complex conditions.
Laddering fixed-rate annuities
How this offers a combination of good rates and flexibility for the future.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 27, 2022
How many novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases were announced today?
HHS to audit balance billing requirements
Balance billing rules were implemented as part of several pieces of COVID-19 aid legislation.
Telehealth use after pandemic is uncertain, study finds
Americans want the technology available, but most prefer in-person visits.
Diagnostic errors: a new framework for understanding
Researchers suggest thinking in terms of “pitfalls” would improve process.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 26, 2022
Survey finds racism in nursing still an issue
Nearly half of the respondents say there is widespread racism in nursing.
Physician financial planning checklist
These 10 strategies can make your year financially successful.
Doctor’s Office or Dollar General? How increased choice will impact patient loyalty
This trend presents an enormous challenge for traditional practices.
How to hold effective team meetings
Staff meetings can either drag your practice down or lift it up.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 25, 2022
Doctors using more mental health services during pandemic: study
First-time visits up sharply, study finds.
Four strategies to reduce patient balances
Four simple steps can increase collection of patient balances while also preserving the practice-patient relationship.
Report: In most states insurance premiums make up 10 percent of income
In 37 states, insurance premiums cost up to 10 percent or more of workers’ median income.
New codes for COVID-19 testing and services
Recent updates to coding changes for COVID-19.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 24, 2022
HHS announces $103 million in ARP funds for healthcare workforce
The funds are aimed at reducing burnout and promoting wellness among healthcare workers.
Using a budget to boost practice performance
Practices that don’t develop and regularly review a budget are missing out on a tool that can provide warning signs of financial trouble.
Medical decision making and coding
Physician coding questions about medical decision making, answered by our coding expert.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 21, 2022
EHR notes may enhance and prolong racial bias: study
Clinicians need to avoid negative terms in describing patients
Health savings accounts: A physician's guide to supplementing their retirement
Maximizing contributions to an HSA can help a physician be more financially secure in retirement.
Why your practice needs a mission statement
How to create a mission statement — and a sense of purpose — for your medical practice.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 20, 2022
No Medicare reimbursement raises for doctors in 2023: MedPAC
Doctors’ groups condemn recommendation, say it will impede patients’ access to care
Revenue cycle management 2.0: The key to successful healthcare finance
To improve performance and meet new challenges, healthcare providers need to blend the next generation of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) with traditional patient care.
Coronavirus Omicron variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Jan. 19, 2022
Ranking 7 at-home COVID-19 tests for patients
Know which at-home COVID-19 tests to recommend to your patients.
