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Medicare physician pay for 2026 could be based on Medicare Economic Index

Medical Economics

MedPAC starts deliberations on 2026 reimbursement recommendation to Congress.

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Struggling To Sleep? Your Dentist Might Be Able To Help

Forbes Healthcare

While the majority of adults suffer from poor sleep, few are aware that dentists can detect problems and help. Here are five tips to improve your sleep.

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Lawmakers must act this year to fix Medicare reimbursement for physicians

Medical Economics

Inadequate annual payments from Medicare have led to financial insecurity among physician-owned practices, putting patients access to care at risk.

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Fiber Is Key To Health. Clever New Tech Wants To Help You Get Enough.

Forbes Healthcare

Most people are deficient in fiber, but some startups have better ways to blend it into our diets to minimize the harm of sugar and reduce metabolic diseases.

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Addressing the hidden costs of IV infiltration and extravasation in health care

Medical Economics

Injuries stemming from intravenous therapy are a hidden crisis costing lives and money.

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The IGPM – The only nationally recognised professional body for Practice Managers

Practice Index

You might recall seeing a few articles in the mediaabout a push to get Practice Managers regulated in a similar way to doctors. They state that a government proposal suggests measures that aim to increase accountability of NHS managers and leaders and set clear and consistent professional standards. Well, hold the press, guys; the Institute of General Practice Management is already doing this!

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How to Conduct Effective Safety Huddles

Performance Health

Safety huddles are a key tool for healthcare organizations to reduce patient harm, ensure accurate, consistent communication between staff, and promote patient and employee safety. Safety huddles can be defined as routine, brief meetings, usually at the beginning of the workday, comprised of staff from varying disciplines.

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It's that time of year. again

Physicians Practice

While the public rages at payers, it's important not to forget Congress' role in the current state of health care.

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Medical Devices are Attacked Every 20 Seconds: Here Is How to Protect Them

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Daniel Trivellato, vice president of healthcare and cyber risk solutions, Forescout. A recent honeypot study revealed that every 20 seconds, somewhere in the world, a cybercriminal targets a medical imaging device. In the time […] The article Medical Devices are Attacked Every 20 Seconds: Here Is How to Protect Them appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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How The ‘Superman Challenge’ On TikTok Has Gone Super Wrong

Forbes Healthcare

There are reports from different countries of people ending up in hospitals after trying the Superman Challenge or Superman Dance Challenge seen on TikTok.

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ACP urges support for prior authorization reform by the end of 2024

Medical Economics

The Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act of 2024 would enhance elements of a final rule mandating that Medicare Advantage plans expedite the prior authorization process.

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How practices are closing gaps in care with text messaging

Physicians Practice

For practices, care gaps translate to lost volume and revenue as well as the potential for their patients to experience preventable diseases and worsening health.

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Public health and primary care in 2025: ‘We are a trusted partner to you’

Medical Economics

As health care sector readies for change in the White House, Big Cities Health Coalition outlines policy priorities for next year.

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High-Demand Skills for Medical Trainees

Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

For those entering the healthcare field, strong foundational skills are critical for success. Enrolling in medical training programs in Charlotte, North Carolina , helps trainees gain the high-demand skills needed to navigate real-world challenges in hospitals, clinics, and other medical environments. These essential skills provide a career advantage and are key to making a positive impact on patient care.

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Orthodontics and Dental Health Education

Northwest Suburban College

Orthodontics plays a big role in maintaining dental health. It helps correct teeth and jaw alignment, improving not just smiles but overall oral hygiene. Healthy teeth are easier to clean and reduce the risk of dental issues like cavities and gum disease. Understanding orthodontics lets us provide better care for our patients and support dental professionals effectively.

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The Next Steps in Parkinson’s Disease Research

The Healthcare Blog

By STEVEN ZECOLA Steven Zercola is back with his latest insights into research in Parkinson’s disease. You can say previous part of this series here In its latest report , the National Institute of Health (NIH) references 508 active Parkinsons disease (PD) projects as the recipients of $243M in grants. A few caveats are warranted about these numbers: The information is not as precise as it seems.

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Pharmacology Essentials for Future Medical Professionals

Northwest Suburban College

Knowledge of pharmacology is crucial for anyone working in healthcare. It helps people to understand how drugs interact with the body and how they can treat different health issues. With a solid understanding of pharmacology, we’re better prepared to support the healthcare team and provide accurate information. Pharmacology covers various aspects, from drug types to their effects on the body.

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Medicines shortages – What can we do about the empty shelves?

Practice Index

Medicines: it goes without saying that theyre a fundamental part of patient treatment and when theyre in short supply or unavailable, more pressure is piled on GP practices. A recent warning by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) confirmed what most Practice Managers already knew that although less than 3% of medicines in the UK are officially in shortage, the scale and frequency of disruptions have grown.

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Cost prevents 1 in 6 U.S. adults with asthma from following prescription, study finds

Medical Economics

Respondents citing financial hardship as a reason for non-adherence to asthma medications had nearly double the odds of an asthma attack and more than 60% heightened risk of requiring ED care.

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I’d really like to start using Holiday Manager but…

Practice Index

While some people are starting to think about winding down for the end of the year, in primary care, its as busy as ever. With many practices starting a new leave year in January, its the ideal time to start using Holiday Manager. With this incredible system, not only is leave automatically calculated for you, but you can ditch those paper requests once and for all, saving you so much time and hassle.

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The top risks medical practices face in 2025

Medical Economics

The biggest risks medical practices will face in 2025 - and what you can do about them.

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What’s new across Practice Index – November 2024 roundup

Practice Index

November brought us snow, a two-day show for the Practice Index team meeting Practice Managers and GPs in London, and the launch of a really helpful new free tool in the HUB, the Salary Calculator. Missed any of it? Catch up now! Best of our blogs Salary Calculator - FREE in the HUB - The only salary calculator you need has arrived! It's so easy to use and with just a few simple steps, you can accurately establish the impact of National Insurance, pension and National Minimum Wage changes for yo

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Why physicians don’t participate in value-based payment models

Medical Economics

Researchers asked doctors why they continue with fee-for-service payment. There are many reasons, as a study co-author explains.

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HLC Members Named to Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare

Healthcare Leadership Council

This past year, the U.S. healthcare sector experienced increasing and major cyber-attacks , explored artificial intelligence (AI) applications to enhance services, endeavored to increase the adoption of value-based care , and continued achieving breakthrough innovations for patients. Amidst a shifting policy environment and these sectoral opportunities and challenges, the healthcare industry’s resilience can be attributed to strong and committed leadership.

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Value-based payment models: Potential solutions, part 2

Medical Economics

A physician researcher discusses why primary care physicians do not participate in value-based payment models.

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The ENTIRE healthcare system is broken, not just health insurance companies. It is NOT HEROIC to assassinate insurance CEOs

Sensible Medicine

The American health care system is profoundly broken. We spend more than any peer nation, and have worse outcomes. Worse, for what we pay, the system is not even user friendly. I am a practicing oncologist, health policy expert and professor , and I have difficulty navigating the complex world of in-network, co-pays and billing. Toss on training modules and EPIC, and I get pissed off trying to provide care, receive care, and study health care.

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Value-based payment models: Potential solutions, part 1

Medical Economics

A physician researcher discusses why primary care physicians do not participate in value-based payment models.

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Primary care news round-up (5th to 11th December 2024)

Practice Index

Statutory regulation for Practice Managers? Some Practice Managers could be required to join a professional register, according to a new Department of Health consultation. A statutory register, which is under consideration, will mean that managers could be struck off for misconduct or for breaching voluntary standards. The consultation says that the register should include, at least, the most senior managers in the NHS members of boards.

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New course on youth mental health for primary care clinicians; cosmetic surgeries to tighten skin on the rise; how “bad” cholesterol works in the body – Morning Medical Update

Medical Economics

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Most People in the U.S. Trust the CDC and NIH for Health Information, and Most Want President Trump to Strengthen Health Institutions

Health Populi

Most health citizens in the U.S. trust the CDC, NIH, and FDA, and most people also want the 47th incoming President Donald Trump to strengthen health/care institutions — from the VA and FDA to Medicare, Medicaid, as well as the CDC and Affordable Care Act. The Axios/Ipsos American Health Index , published this week, reveals both concurrence among U.S. health consumers with some striking differences across political party ID.