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Billionaire VC Jim Breyer Taps Morgan Cheatham To Drive The Future Of Healthcare And Life Sciences

Forbes Healthcare

Morgan Cheatham, a physician-informaticist and former Bessemer VC, joins Breyer Capital to lead healthcare and life sciences at the intersection of AI and biomedicine.

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Are Practice Managers at breaking point?

Practice Index

Burnout is a concept all too familiar with many Practice Managers, and a poll in the forum has revealed the true extent amongst those in management roles. A recent discussion thread asked if they were experiencing burnout and if so, what help they were receiving. Worryingly, around two-thirds of those who responded to the self-selecting poll said they were suffering from burnout and the majority of them who also commented on the thread decided to remain anonymous.

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This Dataset Can Ignite An AI Revolution In Cancer Research

Forbes Healthcare

This dataset is poised to accelerate the development of AI models for the discovery of new therapeutics at unprecedented resolution.

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How to Prepare for Paramedic School: Tips for Success

We Care Online

Paramedic school is a big leapa chance to turn a calling into a career where youre the one making a difference when it matters most. Its exciting, sure, but its also intense, demanding, and not for the faint of heart. Getting ready isnt just about showing up on day one with a backpack and a smile; its about setting yourself up to thrive through the grind of classes, skills labs, and clinicals.

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A Pediatrician Sets The Record Straight On Autism

Forbes Healthcare

After RFK Jr's remarks mischaracterized autism, a pediatrician sets the record straight.

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Third-party litigation funding threatens access to health care

KevinMD.com

Verdicts in excess of $10 million, or even $25 million, are no longer rare occurrences in medical malpractice litigation. Though most of these awards are handed down by empathetic juries concerned for an injured plaintiff, 40 percent of the award or more may go to pay attorney fees and other investors in the lawsuit. Third-party Read more Third-party litigation funding threatens access to health care originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Conditions apply as A&G funding rolls out

Practice Index

When the Government announced its plan to pay GPs 20 for each advice and guidance (A&G) interaction, Practice Managers were quick to question how it would work in practice. Now that the enhanced service specification has been published and sign-up deadlines confirmed, practices are starting to consider what it will mean for their day-to-day operations.

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Prior authorization: How it evolved, why it burdens physicians and patients, and the promise of AI

Medical Economics

Learn how prior authorization began, why it hurts doctors and patients, and how new CMS rules and AI could finally streamline the process in 2025 and beyond.

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Primary care news round-up (17th to 23rd April 2025)

Practice Index

In-person consultations contribute to patient satisfaction Reductions in face-to-face appointments have contributed to a collapse in public satisfaction with GP services. According to the Institute for Government, patients regard face-to-face consultations as more important than simply offering more appointments by using video and phone links. The Royal College of GPs commented that many patients like the convenience of remote consultations.

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Data breach at Yale New Haven Health impacts 5.6M people

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

It’s the largest healthcare breach reported to federal regulators so far this year.

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Former DOJ officials warn of ‘big health care’ monopolies

Medical Economics

Experts warn that expanding health care conglomerates threaten competition, increase costs and limit independent practitioners' autonomy, urging regulatory action.

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Blue Shield of California exposed data of 4.7M people to Google

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

In February, the insurer learned that Google Analytics shared data from its members with its advertising service from April 2021 through January 2024.

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Cirtec Medical continues investment in Costa Rica with major expansion of medical device manufacturing operations

Medical Economics

Cirtec Medical expands its Costa Rica operations, enhancing global manufacturing capabilities and meeting rising demand for high-quality medical devices.

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CHS emphasizes divestitures, strong volumes in Q1 earnings

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The Franklin, Tennessee-based system continued to deleverage its portfolio during the quarter, boosted volumes and “held the line” on supply expenses, CEO Tim Hingtgen said.

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The 7 secrets of a fulfilling medical career

Medical Economics

Discover seven evidence-based strategies to reignite your passion for medicine and combat burnout, ensuring a fulfilling and sustainable career.

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Molina reports mixed Q1, says Medicaid rates are increasing

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The California-based insurer’s results were “good enough,” one analyst said.

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HOPE Act: Federal proposal would expand health savings accounts to insured patients

Patients Rising

Patients Rising urges Congress to pass the HOPE Act to allow patients with insurance to open a tax-advantaged health savings account, or HSA. The post HOPE Act: Federal proposal would expand health savings accounts to insured patients appeared first on Patients Rising.

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UNC Health CEO to step down

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Wesley Burks’ last day will be Sept. 1. The health system has not yet named a permanent successor.

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ACP policy update 2025: How federal funding freezes could undermine clinical innovation and training

Medical Economics

Funding freeze impacts Veterans Affairs and disrupts graduate medical education, raising concerns about future healthcare training and veteran support.

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Divorce-proof your marriage: 8 stress-busting hacks for practice administrators

Physicians Practice

Practice administrators can divorce-proof their marriage with eight actionable, stress-busting tips that balance demanding workloads and relationship health.

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ACP policy update 2025: Regulatory uncertainty creates risk for physicians adopting new technology

Medical Economics

Discover how the communication freeze impacts the Physician Fee Schedule and compliance in healthcare, ensuring you stay informed and compliant.

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HIPAA highlights: 2 disturbing class actions, OCR risk analysis enforcement

Physicians Practice

Two class-action lawsuits targeting the University of Maryland Medical Center and the University of Kansas Health System for years-long cyberstalking and unauthorized access to protected health information spotlight massive HIPAA risk-analysis failures and underscore the urgent need for stronger health care cybersecurity safeguards.

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ACP policy update 2025: What's next for value-based care?

Medical Economics

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses what practices should be doing now with the future of value-based programs up in the air.

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The Era of Healthcare Grievance: The Edelman Trust Barometer’s Take on Health and Trust in 2025

Health Populi

Health citizens globally are feeling and behaving more empowered with respect to their personal health from physical and mental health to social and environmental. Most people believe they can identify good sources of health information, with nearly one in two consumers 18-34 believing an average person can know as much as a doctor. But too many people feel unwell compared to how they felt during the pandemic, and most think major institutions are preventing them from accessing quality care and

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ACP policy update 2025: How cuts to HHS could impact physicians and patients

Medical Economics

Brian Outland, PhD, explains how HHS cuts could impact physicians and their patients.

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How to Write an Appointment Confirmation Email in 6 Easy Steps

Trafft

Appointment confirmation emails can seem like a small touch – but actually, they can make a big difference in how clients perceive your business. A well-timed confirmation email sets the tone for smooth, professional experience. It reassures your clients that everything is set, helps reduce no-shows, and ensures clear communication right from the beginning.

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ACP policy update 2025: Medicare appeal delays could strain practice operations

Medical Economics

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses how Medicare appeal delays could strain practice operations.

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Device developers advance AI plans despite Trump uncertainty

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The Trump administration’s policies have raised questions about how the FDA will regulate AI in medical devices.

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ACP policy update 2025: How Medicaid cuts threaten community-based primary care

Medical Economics

Brian Outland, PhD, expalins how Medicaid cuts threaten community-based primary care.

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Could the Trump tariffs shift the health care labor market?

Physicians Practice

Stephen A. Dickens, JD, MAEd, FACMPE, VP of medical practice services at SVMIC, explains how rising prices and job displacement could influence staffing in independent practices.

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Match Day: Three physician leaders describe a milestone in the education of a doctor

Medical Economics

Every spring, new physicians learn where they will have their residencies.

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