Practice Models

In our recurring blog "Inbox" we share comments from physicians and practice administrators telling us what keeps them awake at night.

Thinking of joining an ACO and not sure if it's the right fit for your practice? Here are a few things to know before you sign up.

A recent workshop extensively evaluated whether DPC practices can or should remain in Medicare and otherwise how to manage plan interactions.

Here are a few ways private practices can overcome the onslaught of MACRA and other outside factors that are threatening their existence.

Dr. Daniel Hoffman lays out the case for being an independent doctor, rather than employed by a health system. What are the benefits?

M. Samir Qamar, a family medicine physician, made the switch to direct primary care a few years back and hasn't looked back. He explains why he loves it.

By empaneling advanced practitioners, practices can double the size of their patient panel and extend their hours and days.

How are the opioid epidemic and the rising rates of physician burnout linked? Also, how much more do white male doctors earn than their peers?

Performance-based reimbursement and two recent court holdings underscore the importance of patient care, as well as the notion that physicians can be fired.

The VA's recent proposal to expand the scope of practice for advanced practice registered nurses has sparked a debate that's been brewing for a while.

CMS has altered rules around payments to hospital based outpatient departments (HOPDs), which could have an effect on a practice's value to hospitals.

One medical group in Massachusetts learned the power of using medical assistants to improve quality of care.

In announcing its Comprehensive Primary Care Plus model, CMS showed it has somewhat learned from its first go round.

This doctor says one patient's care plan reemphasized why he has continued to stay independent in the era of consolidation.

Continuing off her last blog, a physician shares more changes she has seen related to Obamacare on the front lines of medicine.

Once thought of as elitist, more physicians are considering converting to concierge practice. Here are the numbers.

To be successful, develop a sound business plan with realistic goals and be patient while the business ramps up.

Much has been made about the "woman's card" lately in the news. Does a woman's card exist in medicine?

What are the three things physicians should take from the recently released proposed rule on MACRA implementation?

Dawn Morton-Rias of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) speaks about the rise of the PA profession in this podcast.

Dr. Rebecca Fox talks about her new practice and the next steps in her healthcare journey.

In Phoenix, one clinically integrated organization is showing independent physician practices how they can achieve success in value-based care.

What to know about the proposed rule on MACRA implementation from CMS, including how financially damaging it will be to solo and small practices.

While MSOs can provide resources and administrative support for practices, it is critical to understand different contract provisions.

Medical practices must constantly change in order to survive today's competitive healthcare arena. They should never just settle for the easiest solution.

Not every day in medicine is perfect and not every doctor is perfect. These MDs share their most regrettable decisions as providers.

In part two of our interview, AMA President Steven J. Stack opines on whether physicians will ever buy into government-based payment programs.

What does AMA President Steven J. Stack think about the new CMS primary-care model? He shares his thoughts in part 1 of a two-part interview series.

Physicians can innovate the healthcare delivery system, they just have to overcome these four often seen barriers in doing so.

In the era of qualitative analysis, one doctor says that a physician-patient cannot be gauged by statistical measures. These measures miss the point.