New AAFP president begins term at helm of 130,000 family physicians
Jen Brull, MD, FAAFP, takes lead of American Academy of Family Physicians, largest medical society dedicated exclusively to primary care.
5 tips to reduce the liability risk of prescribing GLP-1s
An action plan for physicians to protect themselves against malpractice litigation related to medications like Ozempic.
Action against a no-show; waiting for medical news; a historic first for a prickly pregnancy – Morning Medical Update
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Ozempic, Wegovy are miracle drugs priced out of reach of patients, senators say
Senate HELP Committee grills Novo Nordisk CEO over prices of Ozempic, Wegovy. He says patients not getting needed medicines is ‘terrifying.’
The real reasons patients prefer telehealth
A consumer survey found the real reasons consumers prefer telehealth, and they may not be what you think.
Who benefits from Medicare coverage of semaglutide for cardiovascular risk?
The evolving criteria for coverage mean physicians will need to stay informed and help patients navigate their options during Medicare Open Enrollment
Epic EHR monopoly violates federal antitrust laws, hurting business and patients, lawsuit says
Electronic health record giant Epic says claims are a baseless diversion from Particle Health’s alleged HIPAA violations.
Medicare spending drops, patients benefit when physicians work with private equity management, study says
Five specialties examined in review commissioned by American Independent Medical Practice Association.
Nasal flu vaccine; abortion laws vs. emergency care; beyond breast cancer – Morning Medical Update
13 Physician recruiting trends you need to know
The physician shortage and government changes have led to some interesting recruiting and salary trends.
Adopting targeted point-of-care messaging in primary care
As the primary care market grows, physicians must present treatment information when patients are making critical health decisions.
Are health savings accounts encouraging unnecessary health spending?
Study shows that health savings and flexible spending accounts may be driving up insurance premiums
4 tips for navigating the ACO landscape
The crucial decision of which ACO to join requires careful consideration of various factors.
Overdose deaths hit lowest level in 3 years; whooping cough spiking among unvaccinated teens; high-dose ADHD drugs linked to higher psychosis risk – Morning Medical Update
SDOH Part 2: What every physician needs to know about social drivers of health - practical steps to integrate SDOH in primary care
Two experts discuss The Physicians Foundation and its efforts to affect the factors that affect health outside the doctor's office.
Overcoming hurdles to value-based care adoption
To transform the promise of value-based care into reality, the health care industry must truly work together and accelerate the implementation and adoption of this impactful care model
FTC report on PBMs ignores evidence while trumpeting false claims, Cigna says
Lawsuit demands retraction of report from July.
New research shows the demand for mental health support in primary care
Research conducted in Norway from 2006 to 2019 shows that nearly half of patients consulted their primary care physician about a mental health issue
FTC sues 3 largest PBMs for allegedly inflating insulin prices, shifting costs to vulnerable patients
Feds say anticompetitive business practices shifted costs to vulnerable patients.
Value-based care could improve U.S. health care quality, but may not decrease administrative complexity, experts say
Commonwealth Fund experts consider value-based care, but it’s likely not a magic bullet to reduce administrative costs or friction.
Medical Economics’ Practice Academy: Free business training for physicians
Expert presenters offer insights to unlock potential as a healthcare professional and a business owner.
Ep 40: Malpractice caps and nuclear verdicts with Bob White, the Doctors Company
Bob White, president of The Doctors Company, joins the podcast to discuss current trends in the world of malpractice litigation.
Ig Nobel Prizes; more survivors of more cancer; oral antiobesity drugs – Morning Medical Update
How to overcome COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy
Physicians need to understand the reasons behind COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy so they can better address it.
Other nations have primary care delivery practices that could be model for U.S. health care
Commonwealth Fund experts offer examples that could improve ‘failing U.S. health system.’
Revolutionizing denials management with artificial intelligence
Insurers are using AI to deny claims – so isn’t it time to start using AI to get them approved?
Senate vs. Steward; see-through mice; hoping for the better – Morning Medical Update
United States in a class by itself for bad health care system: report
Commonwealth Fund analyzes health care systems of wealthy nations and finds U.S. lacking in all but care process.
Fed cuts interest rate by 0.5%
As expected, Federal Reserve makes first rate cut of the year to counter cooling economy
Consolidation is eroding quality of U.S. health care, doctors say
Private equity investment, burnout crop up in Physicians Foundation 2024 survey results.