Practice Management

In a world where NPs and PAs are taking on more responsibilities, will the primary care physician fit in — or be left out?

Collecting money from patients is an ongoing challenge that has only worsened with high-deductible health plans.

Commonwealth Fund posts results of international survey of 10 developed countries.

CMS publishes memo to reinforce safety standards for physicians, support staff, and patients.

Doctors need to address patients’ worries about costs

Many providers resist, but increased patient control of medical records is a plus for patient and physician.

Collaboration can add to professional fulfillment in family medicine, mental health.

Poll shows that one in seven parents haven’t discussed vaccines with their child’s primary care provider during pandemic

What changes are in store for telehealth billing and reimbursement in 2023?

Staying on schedule can do wonders for staff satisfaction and revenue.

Medical staffers say their bosses don’t understand what they want

Health disparities in care were made worse by the pandemic

The head of the American Medical Association recently spoke out against lies aimed at doctors about abortion, gender-affirming care, and threats against physicians.

Patient care may be the most common career path for physicians, but it isn't the only one out there.

Panelists highlight care options unavailable under fee-for-service model

Here’s why small practices may adjust pay more quickly than large health systems.

Medical practices must go beyond simply offering competitive salaries and benefits packages to attract new talent and keep their best clinicians and administrative staff working for them.

Confidence in vaccines is lower post-pandemic across all demographic groups

Cyberattacks on healthcare networks have increased exponentially in recent years, but there are steps to protect your practice.

Physicians commonly deal with information overload, but there are ways to reduce the white noise.

Your success or lack thereof will rest upon patient loyalty.

As nurse practitioners gain more practice freedom, advocates for physician-led care debate the training differences

80% of uninsured don’t know about financial assistance available from providers

Primary care physicians are overworked, and patients are going elsewhere for care. Experts say help is on its way for primary care in the United States — but so is an onslaught of new demands.

Secure communications platforms can help reduce the hassle of trying to communicate with physicians, other care providers, staff, and patients.

Retail locations, virtual visits are most popular alternatives, survey finds

Companies now offering designated mental health days to help employees

To meet ACO REACH requirements, a PCP practice must “meet standards that reflect quality care in order to be eligible for a positive performance-based adjustment to their primary care model payments. Here's what you need to know.

Report shows providers embraced technology solutions, but patients have not

Focusing on details like hiring, supplying and marketing for your practice are key.