Practice Management

How can independent practices stay in business without sacrificing their freedom?

Belonging to a CIN has helped Rogu understand the challenges other practices face

In late 2020, Medical Economics® asked our physician audience what they thought would be the most challenging issues they will face this year. This is what they told us.

These steps are inexpensive and provide the first line of defense against hackers and data loss

In late 2020, Medical Economics® asked our physician audience what they thought would be the most challenging issues they will face this year. This is what they told us.

Comparing the old guidance to the new.

IPCLI and other CINs are a response to the ongoing consolidation of independent practices

Juan Espinoza, MD, vice president of the Independent Pediatric Collaborative of Long Island, explains

Insurance industry group says proposed rule too much, too fast

Big changes to Medicare coding guidelines outpatient evaluation and management services haven taken effect.

Cyber-attacks are up 45 percent worldwide since Nov. 1.

A pandemic means new malpractice risks for physicians. We discuss, on today's Medical Economics Pulse.

Doctors say that delays are hurting patient outcomes.

Almost all of this year’s proposed measures would be collected digitally, freeing physicians from manually retrieving data.

When people are suffering at work, it can impact their performance.

While there are myriad apps available in digital storefronts hosted by Apple, Google and Amazon, it can be difficult to choose an effective app that also keeps patient health data safe.

For years, we’ve assumed that physicians and patients must sit together in the same exam room to develop personal, trust-filled relationships. But COVID-19 has proven that communication technology can create enormously personal connections.

Here are some suggestions to consider that are effective and cost sensitive.

The answer is yes — here's what they lie about.

The gold standard for integration is a clinically and economically integrated group practice operating under a single taxpayer ID number.

As the coronavirus spreads across the globe, respirator shortages are already hitting hospitals across the world.

In many cases, a policy will protect a physician, but there are some exceptions to be aware of during the pandemic.

Certain practices will need to take extra precautions due to heightened risks.

We tackle common practice finance questions, including tips for borrowing money, buying or leasing equipment, and more.

Coronavirus distractions may put your practice at risk.