SPOTLIGHT -
April 24th 2024
Health care was an influence in FTC decision, but effects for nonprofits are up in the air.
The ruling is going to be difficult to interpret and enforce.
April 23rd 2024
Federal Trade Commission splits 3-2 on new rule about contract clauses that affect physicians and other health care workers, but ban won't cover nonprofits.
April 22nd 2024
Physicians group leaders comment as part of annual gathering this month.
Why physicians and patients need lawmakers to address antimicrobial resistance, a growing threat to the nation and the world.
Help health care staff shortages by reducing factors that contribute to burnout
MGMA offers solutions to Senate Health Committee.
CMS’ proposed Universal Foundation can be starting point to treat social drivers of health
Physicians Foundation leader discusses support for new quality measures and connections among doctors, patients, payers, and basic resources to be healthy.
Medicare issues guidance on negotiating Part D drug prices
HHS leader says administration is ‘making historic progress’ in pushing down costs for prescription medicines.
Sanofi announces price cuts for insulin
Company joins Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk in reducing costs for patients with diabetes.
Senators ponder more federal actions on health care cybersecurity
Minimum standards, financial aid for small systems would help, industry experts say.
Scaling widespread anxiety screening through primary care integration
Physicians are stretched thin, but resources exist to help them help patients — especially youths — with behavioral health concerns.
Match Day 2023 a reminder of the real cause of the physician shortage: not enough residency positions
Let’s take stock on the real issue of why we don’t have enough physicians.
Few physicians ask patients about firearm access
Study examines screenings, patient demographics, and primary care as gun violence grows as a public health concern.
Prior authorizations harm patients and are costly to practices, doctors say
AMA president calls process “byzantine” and “ripe for reform”
SECURE 2.0 Act lets retirees defer taxes on retirement plan money longer
How to take advantage of new rules on required minimum distributions and qualified longevity annuities.
Four common pitfalls your first year in practice: Tips from a health care attorney
You’re done with med school – finally! Now it’s time to start thinking about practice management perspectives.
Health care adds jobs for February, but at slower rate than previous months
Latest national figures show increases in total number of employment and national rate overall.
President touts health care improvements in 2024 budget
House Republicans rip spending plans’ effects on Medicare, drug innovation.
2 in 5 adults won’t pay for preventive services
If the ACA is forced to drop some preventive services, many adults say they will not pay for them out of pocket
Health care scams around the nation: Cities pay the price
Medical con artists bilk victims for thousands of dollars.
Is there a correlation between how much a state spends on health care and access to care?
More spending can equal better access, but there are large discrepancies among states.
Americans favor prior authorization reform
Close to half oppose insurance companies requiring them at all, poll finds
How can we ensure the future of independent practices?
Patients like the personalized care small practices offer, but the rules are stacked against them
House joins in legislators’ calls for new oversight of PBMs
Committee on Oversight and Accountability echoes Senate, FTC in examining prescription drug pricing companies.
CMS leaders propose ‘Universal Foundation’ for health program measures
Adult, youth criteria aim to support care for 150 million people across nation.
What do we mean by value-based care?
Consumers and health care providers often define the term differently. But the focus for both groups should be on health maintenance and disease prevention.
Rural hospital crisis: Momentum builds in Congress for bipartisan legislation
Senators are asking the White House to extend a policy that helps rural hospitals retain staff in areas with low wages.
Lilly announces price cuts, $35 price cap on insulin
Insulin is not affordable in current health care system, ‘and that needs to change,’ CEO says.
CMS must level playing field for independent physicians
Independents have more credibility with patients, but less reimbursement than hospitals, despite the same inflationary challenges.
Sen. Mark R. Warner on cybersecurity: ‘Lives are at stake’
Senator discusses future of cybersecurity in health care
PBM association begins ad campaign to defend industry's role
The ads focus on how PBMs promote competition in the prescription drug marketplace and provide choice for employers.
Professional courtesy guidelines for physicians
When can you waive copays or deductibles? Can you provide free care for physician colleagues and their families?
AHA: Banning noncompetes ‘would profoundly transform’ health care labor market
Hospital group outlines effects of contracts on physicians and executives as federal regulators ponder new rules.
A new focus on workplace violence at healthcare settings
Physicians and other health care workers are uniquely and disproportionately at risk of workplace violence.
Be wary of telehealth’s legal risks
What do physicians need to do to make sure they are avoiding both malpractice and licensing risks?