Practice Finance

A slideshow with key findings from a study by The Commonwealth Fund.

Employer-sponsored health care costs expected to see biggest increase in over a decade

The top news stories in medicine today.

Savings in the future on 10 prescription drugs for taxpayers and Medicare patients.

Beneficiaries are projected to save $1.5 billion in out-of-pocket spending next year.

Our 95th annual Physician Report covers the latest data on practicing physicians, including salaries, practice financial health, productivity, malpractice rates, the state of the profession and more. Free registration required to view.

Our 95th annual Physician Report covers the latest data on practicing physicians, including salaries, practice financial health, productivity, malpractice rates, the state of the profession andmore.

Announcement comes as bankruptcy court case continues; lawmakers demand answers.

Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, president of AAFP, joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation covering the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, rural health care access, and cybersecurity.

Study examines costs that build up when health care workers go to school or get sick.

Physicians can use life insurance as a key financial tool for supporting school debt and building personal security.

REITs are a great way to invest in real estate without the hassle of managing properties.

AAFP president weighs in on current issues in U.S. health care market.

Is the U.S. in early stages of recession? Reports cite economic indicator tied to jobless figures.

Doctors once again left behind as Medicare prepares to pay other health care entities more next year.

A clear explanation of benefits can help both the patient and the provider.

Open meeting to be held online Aug. 1; independent pharmacies, PBM trade group offer responses to federal reviews.

ACO advocates outline steps for CMS to communicate and change rules regarding patient engagement.

Association president notes proposed cut to physician reimbursement is disappointing, but there are other items to be aware of in next year’s plan by CMS.

Expert advice for turning your back office staff into billing and collections all-stars.

Health care leaders react to CMS’ announcement for next year.

It’s financial bad news, but there is renewed attention on primary care, according to physician groups.

PBMs counter that document is heavy on accusations but empty for evidence.

Higher standards for obstetrical services are also part of the CMS proposal

Will record low uninsurance rates continue? Here’s what to know from now until 2034 from the latest forecast by the Congressional Budget Office.

Study projects spending trends across U.S. health care system.

Feds continue analyzing situation involving more than $2 billion in possible fraud.

Justice Department says physicians were involved in schemes across the nation.

House subcommittee holds hearing on best ways to shift from fee-for-service for treatments, to incentivizing better health for patients.

Report serves as benchmark for salaries and wages across the nation.