Practice Finance

Analysts ponder value, transparency and the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act.

National figures influenced by housing and gasoline price hikes.

The top news stories in medicine today.

AMA panel had proposal on May agenda; physician says a revised proposal likely will be submitted.

In Senate testimony, a primary care expert suggested policy reforms that allow doctors to spend less time on PA and more time with patients.

Ramping up efforts against anticompetitive practices in business.

Budget Committee hearing has testimony from experts, including leader of a primary care practice.

One specialty saw a decline--and it may surprise you

Researchers say restrictions to reign in spending may not fly in Congress.

CEO Witty apologizes for effects of the massive cyberattack, but Senate Finance Committee chair says the company ‘let the country down.’

Five-year test starts in 2025 to promote innovative, proactive approaches to care.

The top news stories in medicine today.

A hands-on approach may be better for physicians to manage claims.

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.

The top news stories in medicine today.

Researchers examine how much drug and device makers pay to doctors. The top 0.1% may get quite a bit.

The top news stories in medicine today.

Economist discusses potential cost savings and fewer administrative burdens if U.S. health care had an automated clearinghouse.

‘Unfair methods of competition and monopolistic practices may be depriving Americans of access to affordable, high-quality health care,’ FTC leader says.

Unpacking vaccine pricing: navigating policy, economics, and public health imperatives.

Federal regulators announce public meeting next week on issue that is divisive in health care.

Economist discusses potential cost savings and fewer administrative burdens if U.S. health care had an automated clearinghouse.

AMA poll shows effects on processing claims linger weeks after announcement of major computer hack.

Medical debt affects many aspects of life beyond just the bank account

Economist discusses medical equivalent to system already used in banking to transfer money.

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Senators hear possibilities about nation’s single largest health care payer.

Culture, data, clinical change and patients all are essential to operating accountable care organizations, experts say.

Report lists concerns about physician reimbursement and policy approaches.