Practice Technology

Sara Gerke outlines two possible futures for AI in medicine — one that prevents malpractice claims, and one that multiplies them.

Sara Gerke says professional guidance, clear labeling and education will be critical to protect physicians from new AI-related liability risks.

A new survey from Smarter Technologies and MedCity News shows hospitals and practices waiting months for payment, battling costly billing software and turning to AI for relief.

Sara Gerke explores the legal and ethical gray areas of disclosing AI use in patient care — and why “proportionate transparency” may be the fairest path forward.

How will artificial intelligence reshape the rules of medical malpractice? Northeastern University’s David Simon unpacks the legal, ethical and practical dilemmas now confronting physicians, hospitals and AI developers.

David Simon, J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., looks ahead at how widespread AI adoption may de-skill physicians, trigger early waves of litigation and push courts to create new legal norms for medical technology.

Sara Gerke discusses her proposal for AI “facts labels,” arguing that transparency in device labeling could help physicians, health systems and regulators share accountability.

David Simon, J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., says AI could cut malpractice claims if it becomes part of the accepted standard of care — but shift liability toward manufacturers in product defect cases.

Bain & Company finds hospitals accelerating investment in primary care and value-based care, even as labor shortages and patient skepticism over AI threaten progress.

Sara Gerke shares new findings from the CLASSICA project, revealing how surgeons view AI liability — and why shared accountability may be the future of malpractice law.

Prior authorization remains one of the top pain points in health care, consuming hours of physician and staff time each week and delaying care for countless patients. This Medical Economics FAQ unpacks the most common questions physicians ask about prior authorization, its real costs, and what reforms may be on the horizon.

Nearly nine in ten health care practitioners say fax-related delays disrupt patient care, according to a new Documo survey.

Primary care physicians may be the first point of contact for the next epidemic. Why don’t we give them the tech to detect and respond to outbreaks?

Artificial intelligence can cut documentation time, streamline scheduling and reduce burnout — but only if it’s implemented with clear goals and cost controls.

New Center for Digital Health and AI aims to put doctors at heart of new technology to improve medicine.

KFF and The Washington Post surveyed more than 2,700 U.S. parents on their views of children’s health, vaccines and trust in institutions. The findings reveal what pediatricians and primary care physicians are up against — and where trust still lives.

Jason Jobes of Norwood shares why mastering data interpretation is key to driving performance and reimbursement under VBC.

Text messaging enhances patient engagement, boosts medical practice revenues, and streamlines operations, making it essential for modern healthcare communication.

A slideshow of top counties where population is projected to grow or shrink.

AI offers much potential, but do physicians trust it to solve the prior authorization problem?

Software decisions can make or break your practice’s efficiency and financial health. These five questions help ensure your next investment supports — not complicates — your business.

A year after its landmark artificial intelligence summit, JAMA says health systems are deploying unproven algorithms with little evidence they improve outcomes — or even do no harm.

Trilliant Health analysis outlines trends emerging as health care defies ‘laws of economics.’

Deepika Srivastava of The Doctors Company breaks down how AI is transforming medical malpractice — from shifting standards of care to new liability risks — and what physicians must do now to stay protected.

SullivanCotter’s 2025 survey finds executive compensation up 4.7% overall, with the fastest growth in operations, digital strategy and compliance leadership roles.