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The California Medical Association launches MedWay, a new administrative management service for independent medical practices.

Kem Tolliver, FACMPE, CPC, CMOM, president and CEO of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists, joins the show with some keys to successful leadership in health care.

After years of waiting, physicians with federal student loans finally have a clearer repayment roadmap. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings sweeping changes to repayment plans, forgiveness rules and borrowing limits — and doctors need to act now to stay on the most efficient path.

Medical Economics sat down with Terry Bauer and Andrew Bonner of Special-Docs Consultants.

MedWay completes its first quarter serving independent doctors’ offices and physician-led health centers.

American Osteopathic Association President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, discusses priorities for his term at the helm.

American Osteopathic Association President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, discusses his background and a quick way for physicians to be leaders.

Why federal student loan changes could push future doctors away from primary care and leave millions without access to care.

Pilots at Mass General Brigham and Emory Healthcare show significant reductions in documentation burnout.

New randomized trial suggests wearable devices may support resilience and lower burnout odds among physicians.

Research shows telehealth increases physician time with patients, raising sustainability concerns for primary care.

A researcher also discusses how a team used AI to comb through years’ worth of physician and hospital data.

Columbia University researchers identify five measurable dimensions of team creativity that could help primary care practices solve persistent challenges.

A study quantifies effects of less market competition across the nation as hospitals integrated doctors’ offices into their systems.

Explore the latest insights on value-based care, physician debt, and essential practice tips in the interactive July/August 2025 edition of Medical Economics Insider.

“They need to just suck it up, buttercup.” That’s what an insurance executive told physicians who asked why the system was burning them out. For many physicians, that attitude is the last straw.

Orthopedic surgeons top the pay scale; pediatricians earn less than half as much.

A slideshow with figures from the American Medical Association's report: "Physician Practice Characteristics in 2024."

Our 96th annual Physician Report goes beyond compensation to examine how financial strain, payer complexity and legal risk are shaping the future of medical practice.

Family physicians navigate challenges like burnout and compensation negotiation. The AAFP's career dashboard can empower them with vital salary and job satisfaction insights.

Physician pay is up 3.7% — but that might be where the good news ends. From widening gender gaps to reimbursement-driven burnout, here are the key compensation trends shaking up the profession.

Although physician compensation rose 3.7%, concerns over reimbursement, pediatric pay and workforce pressures signal a strained industry.

From tech adoption to updates to malpractice law and financial resilience, these expert Q&As offer timely insights for medical practices navigating today’s challenges.

Physician financial tips from the White Coat Investor.

New data reveals how physician pay gaps between academic and private practice vary widely by specialty — with some doctors losing over $100K.