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Physicians face many obstacles in their quest to provide quality care to patients. Imagine if other professions had to deal with some of the same challenges.

The extension continues the loosening of telehealth regulations.

A greater awareness at the highest levels is needed so that primary care gets the attention it deserves.

The first step by any qualified consultant should not be a discussion of strategies or tools. It should be a frank discussion of what the physician client really wants.

What follows are basic answers to some common legal questions about political donations.

In a win for the Trump administration, employers will be able to opt out of the provision due to religious objections.

Physicians now have to deal with new patient safety risks and other management challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.

When it comes to top physician frustrations, prior authorizations rank near the top of the list, right next to poorly designed EHRs.

The defendants include hospital managers, lab owners, billers, and recruiters.

The Trump administration continues its fight against the Affordable Care Act (ACA) at the Supreme Court.

As ransomware attacks multiply, cybersecurity has become a top concern among healthcare professionals. What are the best ways to stop these attacks before they occur?

Generally, a physician owes no duty to a patient without a physician-patient relationship.

Sean P. Byrne, JD, a medical malpractice defense lawyer, discusses how coronavirus has scrambled a physician's malpractice risks, and what doctors need to do to prepare.

The COVID crisis has created uncertainty around malpractice coverage. Here are the answers to six common questions.

Studies have found that about half of all physicians will face a malpractice suit at some point in their career.

What needs to be done to improve the outcomes of underserved populations.

What doctors need to know about transforming the health care insurance system - and what it would mean to their practices.

What physicians need to do about HIPAA, telehealth and managing billing staff working remotely

Physicians who take the time to understand how to buy malpractice insurance will not only save money, but ensure that they’ve got the right type and amount of liability coverage.

Malpractice suits are an unfortunate part of a physician’s career, so it’s imperative to know what to do.

Can your employee handbook get you in trouble? Many healthcare businesses have an employee handbook, or employee policy handout, but fail to update them on a regular basis.

Amid speculation that malpractice insurance rates will rise, maintaining an air-tight risk management plan should be on doctors’ agenda this year.

When patients hit ‘record’ at the doctor’s office

Cyber insurance covers losses and damages resulting from patient data being stolen, exposed, held for ransom, or improperly shared. Is your practice properly protected?

Avoid common mistakes by understanding the process.