Supervision required: Physicians say nurse practitioner independence has gone too far in exclusive survey
In many states, nurse practitioners are gaining greater permission to practice and prescribe independently, with varying levels of physician oversight. What do physicians think of this trend? See our exclusive physician survey results to find out.
25 years of patient safety: An introduction to Leapfrog
Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, discusses the organization’s 25th anniversary and more.
Heart disease outcome gap narrows between men and women; sudden cardiac arrest survival and incidence in young athletes; new blood test predicts severity of spinal cord injuries – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
Medical Economics Insider: Save your practice
Introducing the inaugural issue of Medical Economics Insider, featuring practical tips and expert interviews on medical practice finance, plus exclusive survey data on how physicians feel about nurse practitioner independence.
Leading scientists warn that Trump administration policies jeopardize research efforts and public health
Nearly 1,900 of the nation’s top scientists warn that funding cuts and censorship put medical advances at risk.
Health care providers fear seeking mental health support
Physician burnout persists beyond pandemic, sermo survey finds, and physicians are reluctant to seek help
Ep. 58: Patient safety with Leah Binder of The Leapfrog Group
Leah Binder of The Leapfrog Group talks patient safety in health systems.
Why emphasizing practice safety is vital
Andrea Greco, SVP of health care safety at CENTEGIX, sat down with Medical Economics for an exclusive Q&A.
Off the Chart Special Bulletin: About Medical Economics Insider
An inside look at the latest way to interact with Medical Economics content.
Medical Economics Insider: Save your practice — a video introduction
Expert insights about managing a practice and the 2025 cut to physicians in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
Managing consolidation and layers of leadership when health care is in crisis
Consolidation can create benefits, along with organizational gaps. Here’s how a strategic plan can help.
FTC: Customer details must remain private 23andMe bankruptcy
Meanwhile, FTC members contest removal by Trump.
23andMe: How to delete your genetic data
23andMe filed for bankruptcy on March 23, and announced that the company and its genetic data are up for sale. Here's how to delete your genetic data.
Richard Chamberlain, who famously portrayed Dr. Kildare on TV, dies at 90
While many actors portrayed the role of "Dr. Kildare" in the earliest TV medical drama, none did so as famously as Richard Chamberlain.
Lab-grown human ‘bodyoids;’ AI models using EHRs for suicide prevention; removing your phone won’t always stop procrastination – Morning Medical Update
Physician groups sound alarm over HHS staffing cuts
Leading medical organizations warn that workforce reductions could disrupt public health and patient care.
Medical Economics Pulse, March 28, 2025: Major HHS restructuring, FDA device approval delays, Medicare and weight-loss medications
Medical Economics Pulse is a quick-hitting news podcast that keeps busy physicians in the know. Here are your headlines for March 28, 2025.
FDA approves marketing of first at-home test for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis
Test is designed for females regardless of symptoms and gives results in about 30 minutes
The future of diabetes management: GLPs, new technologies and the ongoing quest for a cure
GLP drugs, new technology and breakthroughs in research are transforming diabetes care — and fueling hope for a cure.
Inflation rises more than expected in key report
Fed’s key inflation measure showed the biggest monthly gain since January 2024
Telehealth trust: Communicating for patient confidence
By embracing better processes for sharing information, providers build trust and foster an environment that improves health outcomes.
Bedtime, not screentime; rabies from an organ transplant; obesity medications paying off – Morning Medical Update
Proposed tariffs threaten biotech supply chain, innovation, BIO survey warns
Imported components account for almost half of US companies’ FDA-approved products
HHS to cut 10,000 jobs in major reorganization
Secretary Kennedy’s plan consolidates 28 divisions, forms a new health agency and shifts focus to chronic disease prevention.
FDA layoffs delaying medical device reviews
Media report highlights how FDA workloads have increased, and delays for new technology approvals will likely suffer
Previewing Medical Economics Insider: Your practice, your future, your success
Coming March 31 to MedicalEconomics.com.
Everything you need to know about risk assessments in medical practices
Andrea Greco, SVP of healthcare safety at CENTEGIX, discusses risk assessments in medical practices.
$62M false claims settlement for Seoul Medical Group; FDA approves first new oral antibiotic for uUTIs in 30 years; alpaca therapy – Morning Medical Update
Revenue cycle management: Everything you need to know
Errors in coding, delayed claim submissions, or ineffective patient collections can result in significant revenue losses, impacting a practice’s ability to invest in staff, technology, and patient care.
Revenue cycle management: Steps to improve cash flow
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