The rising number of PAs working in surgical subspecialties is helping to fill the physician shortage and represents a larger shift toward team-based practice in the operating room.
The patient experience has become a top concern for practices as it affects physician online ratings, practice reputation, and patient acquisition and retention.
The Medical Board of California has investigated the prescribing practices of about 450 physicians whose patients overdosed on opioids months or even years later.
In an attempt to lure 20- and 30-somethings, physicians are looking to make everything from scheduling appointments to asking questions both quicker and easier for patients.
With the silver tsunami fast approaching, it’s critical that physicians develop workflows to keep abreast of seniors’ health amid anticipated life changes and transitions of care.
A look back at notable U.S. Department of Justice settlements and policy directives to see what lies ahead for 2019.
By using proven technology, physicians can help contain the spread of potentially dangerous viruses to vulnerable populations, while still seeing patients in a safe, timely, and convenient way.
Oncologist Kamal Malaker unexpectedly found himself in need of heart surgery. The experience changed the way he practices medicine.
The upfront savings of purchasing computer equipment from a nearby big-box store can be tempting. But remember: You get what you pay for.
How physicians can protect themselves from unethical testimony by an ‘expert’ witness.
Accepting payment via credit card is one way to improve patient collections. But medical practices must take precautions to ensure that their patients’ personal information remains protected.
Stemming heart disease and stroke is too big of a battle for physicians to tackle alone. Physician assistants can provide some much-needed support by explaining treatment plans, encouraging lifestyle changes, and improving both patient compliance and patient relations.
Telemedicine is more than a splash in the proverbial healthcare pan.
Is your practice compliant with the Eliminating Kickbacks and Recovery Act of 2018 (EKRA)? If you don't know what EKRA is, you are not alone-and that is part of the problem.
“Despite all the trials and tribulations of practicing in the present healthcare delivery environment, I still feel my life is validated by being a physician.”
“I feel more alone than ever in trying to care for my patients properly.”
Follow these simple tips to detect-and prevent-financial fraud in your medical practice.
The government’s change to the H-1B process could negatively impact thousands of physicians who wish to practice in rural communities and intensify the growing physician shortage.
The government’s change to the H-1B process could negatively impact thousands of physicians who wish to practice in rural communities and intensify the growing physician shortage.
“The privilege of being able to develop meaningful relationships with patients and help them live healthy, productive lives is a unique and wonderful quality of practicing medicine.”
“No matter what I do, I simply make sure my career does not infringe on personal time.”
As patients increasingly rely on the internet to determine which provider is best for them, online reviews play a critical role in the success - or failure - of modern medical practices.
Just like there are ratios that gauge your patients’ health, there are ratios to gauge the financial health of your practice.
How physicians can strengthen the patient financial experience.
Taking care of patients beyond the office setting is critical to optimizing patient’s health and satisfaction.
The leading cause of physician burnout also puts patients at risk of medical errors, the third leading cause of death in the United States.
Reduce your risk of burnout by adding physician assistants to help you carry the load.
Why you should consider adding an in-house clinical research department to your practice