Patient Relations

Inaccurate measurements could lead to potential overdiagnosis of hypertension, according to research.

Medication adherence starts with meeting patients in the moments that matter.

As the American population ages and donations decline, raising awareness is a crucial first step to replenish supplies.

Physicians in elected office share their thoughts about campaigning, elections and public service.

Public comment period opens; new model is based on current lists of large pharmacies and retailers.

Survey of cardiologists shows potential revolution in heart care – if patients follow doctors’ orders.

Four challenges organizations must address to truly improve cost efficiency and quality in health care.

Study finds widespread racial and socioeconomic inequities in denied preventive care claims

The relationship between patients and providers lays the foundation of each patient's care experience.

Medicare’s restrictive coverage policies are denying patients with early Alzheimer’s disease access to novel treatments. And private payers are following suit.

Drug values topped $1.3 billion as Houston became ‘hot zone’ for commonly abused prescription drugs.

A simple fix can solve a lot of complex problems for medical practices

There is a correlation between poor communication and increased risk of litigation

Patient advocacy group launches campaign to bring medical debt to forefront of voters’ minds when they go to the polls.

More delays is what the new wave of prescription drug affordability boards in 11 states are promising.

Governor signs bill sponsored by physician-lawmaker to improve care, increase doctors and create jobs.

Primary care doctors have an immediate opportunity to improve treatments as a wave of patients with ASD transitions from pediatric to adult care.

Advanced primary care company also announces new chief health officer.

Electronic health record giant Epic says claims are a baseless diversion from Particle Health’s alleged HIPAA violations.

As the primary care market grows, physicians must present treatment information when patients are making critical health decisions.

Two experts discuss The Physicians Foundation and its efforts to affect the factors that affect health outside the doctor's office.

Research conducted in Norway from 2006 to 2019 shows that nearly half of patients consulted their primary care physician about a mental health issue

Physicians need to understand the reasons behind COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy so they can better address it.

Commonwealth Fund analyzes health care systems of wealthy nations and finds U.S. lacking in all but care process.

Study examines physician telehealth use and finds differences by physician sex, age and specialty.