July 1st 2025
A new ModMed survey finds most patients support AI in the exam room, but only for tasks that reduce screen time and build human connection.
June 26th 2025
A new perspective piece calls on health systems to stop hoarding data and start using it to improve care.
June 24th 2025
MIT researchers find that large language models may shortchange women and vulnerable patients based on how clinical inquiries are typed.
Because of their semi-regular touchpoints with patients, physicians play a critical role in making patients aware of supportive care options, helping them access tools and services they might not otherwise know are available.
June 23rd 2025
A new study from Brazil suggests machine learning may ease referral overload and reduce unnecessary specialist visits — but not without caveats.
Just 6% of health providers access EHRs with mobile devices
While the majority of physicians and health providers would like to use mobile devices to access their electronic health records systems, very few are actually doing it.
Steps added to revenue cycle management due to Afforadable Care Act
The ACA also will be affecting your practice's revenue cycle management. See the advice that some experts offer.
FDA to crash medical app development party
More than 40,000 medical apps are now available for download to smartphones or tablets, and government regulators have taken notice.
Speech recognition software requires up-to-date hardware
Thinking about using speech recognition software in your practice? Discover why you might want to upgrade your hardware at the same time.
Viewpoint: The realities of physician compensation in 2012
The days of big paychecks have disappeared. Discover what you'll need to survive.
Get the facts before deciding on automated answering system
Have your patients been telling you that your phone line is always busy? Find out what you need to know before making a decision about automated answering system.
EHR compatibility can be factor in ACO decision
Many factors determine which ACO your practice may join. See how EHR compatibility fits in.
Cost savings of open-source EHR systems worth it?
Are you thinking of using an open-source electronic health record system? Learn why it might not be the best solution.
The disconnect between EHRs and health information exchange
You've spent a lot of time and money trying to attain meaningful use with your electronic health record system, but you still have to phone or fax over records. Find out the reason why.
Patients not pleased with electronic records, new poll reveals
You may be learning to love your EHR, but your patients don't share your enthusiasm. Find out why.
HHS begins meaningful use audits
Congratulations--you've attested to stage 1 of meaningful use! Next up, a possible audit request, with a limited time frame for responding. Read the details here.
New Johns Hopkins center will focus on population health data
A new center will focus on improving and expanding EHR use, e-health, and health information technology. The tools it develops may help you manage your patient population.
New level of distinction now available to Patient-Centered Medical Homes
Patient-Centered Medical Homes benefit from submitting results of patient assessments to the group that awards PCMH designations. What does it mean for your practice?
Technologic innovation helping patients become active partners in their healthcare
The increasing digitalization of information means patients are using technology in surprising new ways to improve their health. Find out what it means for you.
AOA opposes ICD-10, supports EHR interoperability, telemedicine
ICD-10, practice ownership, electronic health record system interoperability, and telemedicine were among the subjects on the minds of osteopathic physicians as they gathered for an annual meeting.
Medical Economics' EHR Best Practice Study participants discuss experiences
Four of the participants in Medical Economics' EHR Best Practices Study share their experiences, ranging from closing in on meeting meaningful use requirements to using a computer for the first time.
How to successfully plan and implement an EHR
EHR implementation is looming. Find out what doctors who have made the leap have to say. Create a plan now.
EHR implementations shatter CMS estimates
More than 110,000 medical providers have attested to meaningful use after implementing electronic health record (EHR) systems, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Understanding the true costs of an EHR implementation plan
Discover the various price tags associated with EHR implementation. EHR implementation plan.
HHS announces 89 new accountable care organizations
Accountable care organizations are growing in number and adapting in their ability to save costs. See what experts predict about their sustainability and how you can become involved.
Family, internal medicine physician compensation up over previous year
A new report from the Medical Group Management Association details primary care income trends. See where you fit in, and learn what the future may hold.
Survey: Only 61% of healthcare payers say they will be ready for ICD-10
Many third-party payers believe they won't meet the 2014 deadline for ICD-10 compliance, a new study shows. That could be a problem for your practice.
Supreme Court ruling bodes well for telemedicine
Remote healthcare got a lift from the Supreme Court's recent ruling on healthcare reform, according to one professional organization. Read why, and what might be in store.
Reimbursement, patient approvals top doctors' concerns
Obtaining reimbursement from payers topped the professional concerns that physicians reported in a recent survey. Discover the other worries of survey participants, and see whether you agree.
Clearinghouses optimize revenue
You, too, can use software to reduce staffing costs
State boards issue guidelines for social media use
The Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) has some advice for you before you tweet or post on Facebook and other social networking Web sites.
Electronic check-in saves time, money
Small practices should consider cost-effectiveness when looking into patient check-in systems
Enhance your Web site and use social media to drive traffic
Where you start to build your online presence depends on what you hope to achieve
Use cloud and local backup for electronic health records
Creating several layers of protection for your electronic data will help you breathe easy
New healthcare laws help physicians and patients, data show
The results are in: Healthcare-related laws have improved healthcare for millions of Americans and put cash in doctors' pockets. See the data that back it up.