Patient Relations

Tech company surveys patients who say online experience with doctors’ offices is not great.

It’s a lot of money, but a drop in the bucket compared to profits, according to a new study.

$8.9 billion deal will join 680 provider locations in 26 markets.

Payments could drop by almost 8.5%, according to AMA and other health care groups.

Mayo Clinic survey examines patient experience during COVID-19 pandemic.

41% of American patients with insurance avoided medical care for fear it wouldn't cover the cost of treatment, according to a new survey.

Offering financial education helps patients understand what they owe, why, and when.

Physicians, nurses, other staff facing growing number of threats.

A positive strategy to help patients with obesity is to help set realistic goals.

Texas Medical Association claims arbitration rules give unfair advantage to health insurers.

Analyst uses hyperlocal data to understand current and forecasted physician shortages.

Four states, D.C., at or below half the national average.

What can physicians do to prevent late patients from ruining their schedule?

Recognizing signs, connecting to care could save lives, but more research “critically needed.”

Rise of telehealth in COVID-19 pandemic reveals flaws, but there’s potential to improve the patient experience.

Researchers report findings about training, screening, and treatment pathway.

NVSS data shows decrease in all 50 states based on 2020 figures.

Back-to-school season is prime time to reach parents and children about immunizations.

Report crunches the numbers for behaviors, park access and integrative health practices.

Report crunches the numbers for behaviors, park access and integrative health practices.

Small shifts in your communication style and tactics when discussing obesity with patients can significantly impact how your message is received.

End-of-life care discussions with patients are critical for physicians of any specialty, but especially primary care.

Marketing your practice for senior patients takes some different strategies.

Doctors should inquire about food, housing, education, and offer resources, according to survey.

AMA, Joint Commission aim to improve outcomes for marginalized patients.

COVID-19 fallout pushes some issues to the top of the list.

Staffing shortages and patients’ expectations for high-touch care go hand-in-hand in today’s unconventional market.

The medical care disparity is widening between urban and rural America. What can we do about it?

Finding a physician using payers' physician directories is still a daunting task.

Where does your state rank?