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Commonwealth Fund examines underinsureds, now more than 20% of the people with health insurance around the country.

Study shows that ownership model matters when it comes to caregiver satisfaction, and that doctors should know the ownership structure of hospices.

The AMA Interim Meeting of the House of Delegates was held November 8-12, in Orlando, Florida. Here is everything you might have missed.

As we prepare for a new Congress in January, it’s essential to ensure legislators and their staff fully understand the implications of nuclear medicine policy shifts on patient care and medical innovation.

Leapfrog Group publishes fall 2024 marks for almost 3,000 facilities nationwide.

In a recent announcement, the AMA announced its support of more standardization and regulation of nonprofit hospitals.

Revenue is increasing but physicians and providers are working more while generating less money.

‘We did not anticipate this magnitude of increase in mortality,’ expert researcher says.

‘We did not anticipate this magnitude of increase in mortality,’ expert researcher says.

Are retail giants still a threat to the primary care practice?

Based on 23 key health metrics, SmileHub compiled nationwide rankings of health & wellness; these 10 states scored the highest.

What doctors should know about using neurofeedback to overcome attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and literacy barriers.

Based on 23 key health metrics, SmileHub compiled nationwide rankings of health & wellness; these 10 states scored the lowest.

Two experts discuss The Physicians Foundation and its efforts to affect the factors that affect health outside the doctor's office.

American Psychological Association announces results from national ‘Stress in America’ survey in presidential election season.

Doctors offer insights on the how they and their patients are using GLP-1RA medicines.

SullivanCotter data show doctors’ pay is back to historical average growth.

Michelle Tarver takes over the lead role at CDRH after serving as interim director since July

Stores are closing as nation’s largest drug store chain, large-scale competitors adapt to market conditions.

While it can be tempting to opt for the lowest-price interpreting service, that decision could compromise service quality and incur higher costs in the long run.

Business consultant BRG convenes analysts for look at health care direction under the presidential candidates.

To better serve patients, physicians must understand the influence, tactics and goals of Big Pharma.

As the American population ages and donations decline, raising awareness is a crucial first step to replenish supplies.

Medicare’s restrictive coverage policies are denying patients with early Alzheimer’s disease access to novel treatments. And private payers are following suit.

Two experts discuss how emerging trends in health care — market conditions, consolidation, the physician shortage and more — are impacting physician liability risks.

Primary care doctors have an immediate opportunity to improve treatments as a wave of patients with ASD transitions from pediatric to adult care.

American Medical Association president responds to AAPA letters calling for dialogue on AMA’s ‘scope creep’ campaign against expanding practice for other clinicians.

Electronic health record giant Epic says claims are a baseless diversion from Particle Health’s alleged HIPAA violations.

Five specialties examined in review commissioned by American Independent Medical Practice Association.

Study shows that health savings and flexible spending accounts may be driving up insurance premiums