Fri.Jul 12, 2024

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CMS’ first No Surprises audit targets Aetna, finds some noncompliance

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The findings are a “big deal,” according to one expert, as CVS’ health insurer didn’t follow some “major requirements that are essential to ensuring that the IDR process runs smoothly.

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The Doctor (and Her Computer) Will See You Now

Sensible Medicine

Autonomy is important to me. Maybe it’s because I am a Gen X-er. Some say we were raised by wolves. I do know that we were raised knowing we had the freedom to explore but also the freedom to fail. Our autonomy taught us resilience. With autonomy comes responsibility. I need to do the adulting task of scheduling my annual doctor’s visit.

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Study Reveals The Immense Economic Toll Of Genital Herpes Infections

Forbes Healthcare

A recent study estimates that genital herpes infections and their consequences cost the global economy over 35 billion international dollars (I$) in 2016.

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Jury Finds Pulmonologist Liable for Failing to Monitor Patient

Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

Expert testimony is essential in medical malpractice cases. Such testimony establishes both what the standard of care is, as well as whether and how the defendant in the case deviated from that standard of care. In this case, we look at how expert testimony pointed to a guilty verdict for one pulmonologist. Case Facts Dr P was a pulmonologist who had a practice and was affiliated with a large hospital.

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Physician Pay Jumps As Post-Pandemic Patients Return

Forbes Healthcare

Physicians are working harder for more pay as patients return for care like doctor practices haven’t seen since before the Covid-19 pandemic hit in 2020.

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Ep 35: Joseph Betancourt of Commonwealth Fund on health care consolidation

Medical Economics

Joseph Betancourt, MD, president of the Commonwealth Fund, sits down with Medical Economics to discuss health care consolidation.

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Steward Health Care under federal investigation for fraud and corruption

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The Department of Justice investigation follows a multi-year international probe into Steward's deal to improve three hospitals in Malta.

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Study Finds Rapid Rise Of Telehealth Use In U.S. Hospitals

Forbes Healthcare

Covid-19 led to a 75% surge in telemedicine appointments between 2020 and 2021. But barriers to wider implementation still exist.

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Smoking, diet, UV exposure contributing to 44% of cancer deaths

Medical Economics

Study uses pre-pandemic data to estimate contributors to cancer risk.

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Genes Protect Some People From Obesity

Forbes Healthcare

In a world where weight loss methods range from trendy diets to prescription medications, a new genetic study offers a fresh perspective.

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Nurses Hustle: From Side Gigs to Entrepreneurship

Minority Nurse

In recent years, there has been an increase in nurse entrepreneurs who have chosen a less conventional path in the healthcare industry. Nurses, known for their dedication and adaptability, are now moving beyond traditional direct patient care roles and venturing into side gigs and full-fledged entrepreneurial ventures. This article examines the process of moving from idea to action, discussing the different stages of starting a business, the challenges encountered, and the unique strengths that

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The top six health care cost comparisons every physician-owned practice should consider

Medical Economics

Balancing quality care with cost management is paramount, as every spending aspect affects institutional well-being.

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Expert Spotlight: Michael Ciano – Building Trust In Healthcare Technology

Arkenea

Michael Ciano, CTO with 20+ years of experience talks about building trust as a key for leveraging technology in healthcare, building a robust business architecture and building an organization culture that fosters innovation. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn here. 1. How do you see the role of technology evolving in patient care over the next decade?

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Legitimate Medical Training Programs (A Guide)

CareerStep

The world of healthcare is full of many different areas and specialties. It can be overwhelming if you’re interested in this field but aren’t sure what area you want to go into. Once you do decide what area of healthcare is right for you, usually your next step may be enrolling in a training program. This guide gives insight into the different online medical training programs available to get you on a convenient road to success.

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A Brief Outlook on the Medical Insurance Verification Software

Arkenea

Medical insurance verification software is developed to automate the process of verifying patients’ insurance coverages. This software is connected to the insurance company’s database to retrieve real-time data on a patient’s insurance status. The software is also linked with the provider’s system, so they can also verify patient’s coverage and claims.

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Trafft Hacks: How to Customize the Labels on Your Booking Form

Trafft

When crafting your own booking website, it’s only logical you want to make it fit the brand as much as possible. Your page should represent your idea and perfectly match your brand’s image and aesthetic. With Trafft, you can easily customize the wording on your booking website so it represents your business better. Trafft currently offers over 50 labels that can be customized, but new ones are constantly being added.

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How to Develop a Patient Referral Tracking System for a Medical Practice?

Arkenea

If a primary healthcare provider wants to refer his patient to a specialist for additional medical services then he puts in a recommendation for it. A patient needs a referral before getting medical care from any other physician. This whole recommendation process falls into the patient referral process. A referral process involves obtaining patient information such as insurance details, and demographics; also scheduling appointments.

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How Much Does It Cost to Start a Cleaning Business

Trafft

You have finally decided to start your own cleaning business and dive into the adventures of entrepreneurship? This is a very lucrative venture in today’s economy, but firstly you need to understand financial aspects. Questions like “How much does it cost to start a cleaning business?” and “what is the average cost to start a cleaning business?

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How this MedCerts Student Landed a Job Mid-Program

MedCerts

How do you decide what career to pursue when there are so many different paths ahead of you? Something to consider that seems to ring true of all healthcare workers is that they care deeply about what they do. Their care goes beyond just a job. Their career paths stem from a desire to help others, and with the many different roles one can have in healthcare, people are likely to find a job that fits.

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Understanding Healthcare Risk Models: Upside vs Downside, and More

Medical Advantage

Providers aiming to succeed in the new value-based care (VBC) landscape find themselves navigating the complexities of risk contracting, which aligns incentives with health outcomes rather than service volume, facilitating more sustainable practices. While risk-based arrangements reward performance this also comes with assuming some financial responsibility for both the quality of care and costs associated with patient outcomes.

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Ultra-processed foods raise risk of death; Gen-Z relies on TikTok for health information; US developing new bird flu vaccine – Morning Medical Update

Medical Economics

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Value-Based Contracts: What You Need to Know 

Medical Advantage

Value-based contracts are payment models in healthcare that tie compensation to quality outcomes and cost-effectiveness. These contracts aim to control healthcare expenditures through key improvements in patient care, shifting the focus from the volume of services provided to the quality and effectiveness of treatment. By prioritizing patient outcomes that parlay with overall cost-savings, value-based contracting healthcare is a departure from traditional fee-for-service models, ushering in a ne

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When less is more: Addition by subtraction

Physicians Practice

Streamlining can be beneficial for overwhelmed physician practices.

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What is the Best Time Management Strategy for a Paralegal?

Northwest Career College

A paralegal must acquire strong time management skills, as their workload consists of many tasks with specific deadlines. Effective time management practices enable paralegals to maintain better productivity and less stress while doing all tasks effectively and error-free. Learn about some of the most effective methods for time management in the legal field below.