Business of Medicine
Latest News
US Hospitals Prone to Cyberattacks Like One That Impacted Patient Care at Ascension, Experts Say
Cyberattacks led to delays in lab results, medication errors, and other system issues that could have cost lives.
Opinion
Should You Offer Medical Credit Cards?
Traditionally, these cards were used to help cover procedures insurance didn't cover -- such as cosmetic procedures -- but over the years, they...
Feature
Doctors Endorsing Products on X May Not Disclose Company Ties
Researchers review posts by physicians on X, looking for key words that might indicate that the posts were intended as endorsements of a product...
Commentary
DEA Training Mandate: 8 Hours of My Life I’d Like Back
Dr. Walton-Shirley describes changes needed to renew DEA licenses so that others who prescribe very few narcotics do not have to spend so much...
Latest News
AMA Wrestles With AI But Acts on Prior Authorization, Other Concerns
One resolution would establish “augmented intelligence” as the preferred term for AI, reflecting the desired role of these tools in supporting —...
From the Journals
Clear Coverage Preference for Humira Over Biosimilars Seen in Most Medicare Part D Plans
This narrow coverage limits the cost-saving potential of these biosimilar competitors, the authors of a new study said.
Latest News
Rheumatologists Deserve Better Pay, Say Respondents to Compensation Survey
More than 40% of respondents said they picked up additional work to boost their income.
Opinion
Rethinking the Rebels
The idea that I or my colleagues are unwilling to do whatever is necessary to meet our patients' needs was maddening. We dedicate our lives to it...
Opinion
Will the Federal Non-Compete Ban Take Effect?
The FTC reasoned that non-compete clauses constitute restraint of trade, and eliminating them could potentially increase worker earnings as well...
Latest News
Former UCLA Doctor Receives $14 Million in Gender Discrimination Retrial
Female doctor says institutions must increase transparency and practices that support equal pay for equal work.
Latest News
How Physician Mortgage Loans Work for Doctors With Debt
Loans for physicians help them own homes early in their careers despite high levels of student debt.