Severance agreements: What physicians need to know
Understanding non-compete clauses and other issues that physicians must confront in such agreements.
Influenza B leading the charge in 2020 flu season
Public health officials are hopeful a record number of flu vaccines can help stave off epidemic levels.
The benefits of direct pay to physicians and patients
David B. Wright, MD, an internist from Memphis, tells Medical Economics about the benefits of running a direct pay practice, how it has improved his relationship with his patients, and their health outcomes.
Four ways to reduce healthcare costs
The U.S. faces a tough road to get started.
The five biggest cybersecurity threats to a medical practice
From phishing to malware, these are the security risks you need to guard against.
Physicians increasingly turning to digital health tools
Here's what they're using and how they're using it.
Why aren’t Americans seeing primary care doctors?
Americans have seen their primary care physicians less and less- here's why.
How to create your own practice manual
How it can make you and your staff more efficient.
4 ways to rein in your practice’s hidden billing costs
Sometimes, the biggest financial dangers are the ones we don’t see.
How economic news affects patient healthcare choices
40 percent of patients indicated that the state of the economy affects how often they seek medical care
Medical Economics cartoon: When mergers go too far
Mergers in healthcare are nothing new, but sometimes they can go too far.
Three common real estate mistakes physicians make
While there are many key concepts and strategies to be aware of prior to and during any lease or purchase negotiation, there are an equal or greater number of mistakes to avoid.
Telehealth’s untapped potential in rural America
Can telehealth solve rural health issues? Maybe. But only with a mindful approach.
Digital healthcare tools growing in popularity, AMA survey finds
Doctors are adopting digital healthcare tools in greater numbers since 2016.
Why primary care is in crisis-and how to fix it
Fewer medical students are interested in primary care. Why?
How to minimize ransomware attacks in healthcare
Ransomware is on the rise. What can healthcare organizations do to stop these hacks?
Why biometrics are the future of patient care
Patient identification is in desperate need of an overhaul-and biometrics could be the answer.
Number of nurse practitioners more than doubles, study finds
A study found the number of nurse practitioners in the U.S. rose from 91,000 to 190,000 between 2010 and 2017.
How to rev up practice productivity
In some cases even small improvements in revenue and operating efficiencies can make the difference between staying independent and selling or merging a practice,
6 barriers to automating prior authorizations
Few prior auths are automated. Here's what's standing in the way.
4 ways to connect with patients through video
Research shows providers' online reputation plays an important role in making an appointment.
Why chronic care management isn’t gaining traction
The top three barriers identified.
Cultivating physician leaders of the future
Driven by unsustainable cost increases, increased public and regulatory scrutiny, as well as shifting alliances, healthcare is undergoing a radical transformation
Social determinants’ impact on patient health
The results of a 2017 study on Medicare and social determinants of health.
Medicare to cover acupuncture for chronic lower back pain
The decision is backed by a review of acupuncture studies showing the treatment is successful at alleviating pain without the use of opioids.
Physicians fight burnout
Six doctors share their strategies
How practices should evolve their value-based care strategy
Physician Compare is making MIPS data available to patients, payers and competitors. Here’s how practices can leverage their performance data and stay ahead of the curve.
Researchers look to antibodies to improve flu vaccines
Antibodies that were previously overlooked may hold the key to a better flu vaccine.
How to attract provider talent to your practice
Even small practices can get top talent with the right recruiting strategies.
Can a keto diet help fight the flu?
New research shows that a ketogenic diet may help activate new immune responses that can help fight influenza A.
