Practice Management
News
Pandemic poses new challenges for rural doctors
But physicians are adapting and still finding joy in treating patients.
News
More female specialists, but gender gap persists in pay, survey finds
The gap in specialists narrowed slightly.
Commentary
Physician reimbursement 2021: Who are the big winners?
Reductions felt by proceduralists and surgeons will counterbalance the good fortune of physicians who rely on office visits for the bulk of their...
Opinion
Too many patient call messages
Dr. Wilkoff offers three strategies to reduce the number of patient call messages.
News
Election gift for Florida? Trump poised to approve drug imports from Canada
Industry observers say the drug importation proposal under review by the administration is squarely aimed at Florida – the most populous swing...
News
Many Americans still concerned about access to health care
More than 50% of adults surveyed in August said they were worried about being able to receive care during the pandemic.
Article
Physician income drops, burnout spikes globally in pandemic
Some said they were looking for a career change away from medicine.
News
New billing code for added COVID practice expense
The intention is to recognize the extra expenses involved in steps now routinely taken to reduce the risk for COVID transmission from office...
News
COVID-19: New guidance to stem mental health crisis in frontline HCPs
“Support needs to be deployed in multiple dimensions ... and include training in resilience, stress reduction, emotional awareness, and self-care...
News
HHS plan to improve rural health focuses on better broadband, telehealth services
The announcement includes technical initiatives, such as a contract to help clinics and hospitals integrate care.