Practice Management

Interviews with CEOs at five high-performing rural hospitals and researching successful leaders led to the following practices, which you can add to your daily interactions with your fellow physicians, hospital executive team members, and staff.

‘Finger on the pulse’ study compares four factors that can lead to better outcomes for patients.

The recent CMS regulations will truly transform the PA process, both by requiring real-time data exchange and transparency in communication of how a decision was made.

AAFP president discusses state of primary care and its future with record number of family medicine slots this year.

Put data to work for you by tracking trends in revenue cycles, cost analysis and patient care.

Screen-life imbalance refers to the loss of equilibrium between time spent on electronic devices and other aspects of life, including personal well-being, social interactions, and physical activities.

A healthy practice culture is vital to attract and keep top talent to serve patients.

The problem calls for systemic changes and individual actions

Physician practices looking to engage in merger & acquisition activity should be cognizant of the government antitrust risks

The importance of implementing proactive strategies to mitigate risks and reduce premium impacts.

Is your practice complying with all applicable federal and state regulations?

Key figures from the National Resident Matching Program.

Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, NIOSH collaborate on principles and action steps for health care systems.

Company announces medical claims preparation software as Congress urges HHS to continue assistance.

Energy & Commerce holding markup session on 28 bills involving health care, other sectors.

The simple mental step of recognizing oneself as a leader begins a virtuous cycle of self-improvement

Leader of the Dr. Lorna Breen Foundation discusses latest efforts to tackle burnout among the health care workforce.

AAFP says latest Match figures show future of family medicine is bright.

Better communication leads to better care quality and less staff burnout

Store patients’ payment data for future use securely and with less risk

What are the biggest safety challenges patients face?

Rep. Greg Murphy, MD, offers a physician’s perspective on health care and Washington, D.C.

How to deal with the day-to-day conflicts that your team may encounter

Solutions involving social determinants of health may seem counterintuitive, but they can be effective.

Resolution marks two-year anniversary of national legislation to fight burnout in physicians, other clinicians.