SPOTLIGHT -
May 1st 2024
CEO Witty apologizes for effects of the massive cyberattack, but Senate Finance Committee chair says the company ‘let the country down.’
April 30th 2024
Five-year test starts in 2025 to promote innovative, proactive approaches to care.
April 29th 2024
The top news stories in medicine today.
April 25th 2024
A hands-on approach may be better for physicians to manage claims.
UnitedHealth updates situation on ransomware hack that has disrupted medical and pharmacy processes across the nation.
Funds of the Month
Aggressive-growth
How to shelter income safely
You can still minimize taxable gains without landing in hot water with the IRS. Check out these five ways.
Jobs 2004: Primary care outlook
Internists' pursuit of subspecialties raises the demand for generalists, although demand is weaker for family physicians and pediatricians.
Investment Consult
Japan: Land of the rising stocks?
Subpoena? You don't always have to comply
Not all subpoenas carry the same weight, and turning over records without the patient's permission could land you in trouble
College housing? We bought our own
Buying a house near campus proved to be a smart move for this physician's family. Their strategy might work for you, too.
Starting a practice 7-8 months out: Benefits and insurance
Choosing insurance coverage and practice perks can be daunting. This third installment of our series will help you snare the right ones.
Retirement: Plan for emotional changes, too
Here's how to make your transition out of practice a truly positive time.
Is it time to rebalance your portfolio?
The recent bear market provided a wake-up call on the importance of fine-tuning your assets.
Natural resources
Clip and Copy 05/07/04
Should you trust healthcare Web sites?
How secure is your Social Security blanket?
This financial cushion should definitely have a place in your overall financial planning. To find out how big a place, read on.
Sell tech stocks now
How to pick an accountant
Choose the right person to advise you on more than just your tax return.
Investment Insider: Jean-Marie Eveillard on global investing
One of the great minds of international investing offers his views on the wisdom--and risks--of investing overseas.
How to get the best mortgage deal
You could pay less than your neighbor for the same loan if you follow these guidelines.
Mid-cap stalwarts
Marriage and money: Ways to keep the peace
Many a good union has fallen to pieces over the subject of finances. Here's how to head off trouble.
Letters to the Editors
Nothing to brag about; No stars for perfect attendance; HCQIA: We've created a monster; A formula for professional happiness; A bad law for doctors—and patients; HMOs are not the enemy
Think small, think foreign
More top tips from top financial advisers
Advisers recall the advice that made the biggest difference in their clients' fiscal lives.
Your real risk tolerance? Take this quiz
Some investment self-tests could lead you astray. Here's how to find your true comfort zone.
9 tips for refinancing your mortgage
You'll get a better deal if you keep these points in mind when negotiating with your lender.
Why you need lawyers—plural
Attorneys specialize, just like physicians do. Choose the right one for each situation.
Talented, devoted, dependable, and a thief
Shirley seemed like the perfect office manager, until we discovered she'd stolen $10,000.
Consistent performers
How this young doctor keeps debt at bay
This 39-year-old physician has school debt, a house, and a family--yet he's squirreled away more than $200,000.
How to choose an insurance agent
Selecting the right one is as important as finding a good financial adviser. Don't leave anything to chance.
Answers to your tax questions...
About retirement plans
Fallout from the fen-phen case; Hospital or grand hotel? Don't write off the debt