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That's the belief of dermatologist Andrew Hendricks, who blew the whistle on a giant lab. After several tense years, his lawsuit reaped $182 million for the Feds.

Founded on a dream in the 1930's, the Burns Clinic collapsed in a nightmare of the '90s, as the cozy collegiality of its physicians gave way to managed care anxiety and a me first attitude.

Tick, tick, tick. The 21st century arrives in only a few months. If your practice isn't ready, it may be time for damage control.

A "my patient comes first" attitude may deny care to patients who need it more, these experts say.

Sweet managed care deals often sour. Here's how to detect and reject those that aren't in your best interests.