EvidenceCare

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Written by Carol Howard, VP of Clinical Strategy As Medicare Advantage (MA) continues to grow, hospitals have faced growing challenges in navigating complex policies, payer friction, and financial pressures. Recently, I interviewed industry experts who discussed these issues in depth during a live recording of The Better Care Podcast. The panel featured Jackie Kimmel , Senior Director of Strategy Catalyst for The Health Management Academy , Dr.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The CDC's HICPAC advisory committee seems intent on rolling back infection control precautions in healthcare settings, despite evidence that what they propose is wrong.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Just 21.1% of hospitals are in full compliance with federal price transparency rules, according to Patient Rights Advocate. Compliance has been backsliding since July 2023.

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MedVA

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

HENDERSON, NV – November 2024 – MEDVA, a pioneering leader in healthcare virtual staffing solutions, has been awarded Healthcare Virtual Assistant Company of the Year 2024 by Healthcare Business Review (HBR). This recognition underscores MEDVA’s transformative impact on healthcare efficiency, affordability, and quality of care, as it empowers medical practices across the United States to address staffing challenges with virtual assistants (VAs) who deliver essential support for operational ta

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Sensible Medicine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

OK, the title is click bait. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication. I you appreciate our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. I am a great believer in the healthy lifestyle. If Americans lived healthier lives, we would all be in a better place. There would be less obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. We would probably be treating fewer patients for depression, cancer, and addictions.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Ovarian cancer vaccines are under development, but none are ready for primetime. There are no screening tools for ovarian cancer.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Most U.S. adults are in favor of mental health discussions during primary care visits, according to a recent survey.

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Science Based Medicine

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

It means pertussis and measles outbreaks will be happening under your watch and you'll be held responsible while your boss is an anti-vaxx crank. Enjoy! The post What Does it Mean to Own the Next 4 Years? first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The company is committed to partnering with the local community to ensure better health outcomes.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In the third quarter, the seven major publicly traded insurers’ medical loss ratios increased an average of 3.3 percentage points year over year — a major jump in medical costs.

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Practice Index

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

You’ll have seen in the press lately a lot of attention being paid to the National Insurance and National Living Wage increases being introduced from April 2025. GP surgeries are particularly concerned about this as there has been no confirmation of increases to our funding to support these rising costs. The Government and Treasury have confirmed we are not “NHS bodies”; we are private companies.

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Science Based Medicine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Had laptop class doctors been willing to listen to doctors who worked on COVID units, they wouldn't have said so many absurd things. The post Laptop Class Doctors Think Doctors Who Treat Patients Are Lazy, Dumb, Cowardly, Sheep first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

News reports state RFK Jr. could take aim at codes recommended by the American Medical Association.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The department hasn’t implemented some policies recommended by the watchdog, which could pose a risk to cybersecurity in the sector as attacks increase, according to the Government Accountability Office.

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Physicians Practice

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

While analyzing the competition is an essential component of your strategy, most medical practices don't conduct this type of analysis systematically enough.

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Medication 106

Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Stress, race, and the common cold

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Nearly 500,000 uninsured signed up for coverage in 2025

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Kennedy's views on vaccines in particular are causing alarm among some physicians and investors.

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Practice Index

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Have you ever been asked the question, “How are you?” and instantly the words, “I’m fine” have come out of your mouth – even before you’ve registered that someone has asked you the question?! I have! It seems almost inbuilt to the male psyche that no matter what life throws at us, we deal with every situation in the same way: tough exterior, stoic. Heaven forbid that a tear should come anywhere near our eyes!

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Plus: Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck is the newest space billionaire, a test for premature birth and SpaceX tests Starship again.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Commonwealth Fund examines underinsureds, now more than 20% of the people with health insurance around the country.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The three companies are claiming the FTC’s suit is unconstitutional because it was lodged in the agency’s administrative court, instead of a federal one.

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Unitek College

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Exploring Diverse Opportunities in the Field. Medical Assistants play a crucial role in the healthcare industry. They act as the backbone of medical practices and ensure that both clinical and administrative tasks are executed seamlessly. These professionals are versatile and indispensable, bridging the gap between healthcare providers, patients, and the healthcare system itself.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The American Psychological Association says 38% of surveyed respondents experience higher levels of stress around the holidays. Here's how AI can help.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Managing payment is a key factor working against medical practices. Here’s how artificial intelligence could relieve administrative burdens.

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Medication 105

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

CareMax was the exclusive Medicare managed service organization to Stewardship Health. Steward’s bankruptcy posed an “existential threat” that CareMax said it couldn't overcome.

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99MGMT

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Credentialing is a critical process for healthcare practices, ensuring that providers meet industry standards, maintain compliance, and are authorized to bill insurance companies. However, for many, the costs associated with provider credentialing can be unclear and daunting. In this guide, we’ll break down the various factors influencing credentialing costs, compare in-house and outsourced options, and provide actionable tips for maximizing value while managing expenses.

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Forbes Healthcare

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

CVS Health said four new members will be added to its board from the hedge fund Glenview Capital, which had been pushing for changes at the diversified healthcare giant.

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Medical Economics

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

An atypical career led to atypical results – including financial security and work-life balance

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Patients Rising

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

To Address the National Doctor Shortage and Expand Access to Care, Patient Advocacy Groups Call for Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Reform WASHINGTON – Today, over 30 patient […] The post Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Reform: Addressing Doctor Shortages and Ensuring Access to Care appeared first on Patients Rising.

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99MGMT

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Imagine waking up every morning dreading the long hours and emotional toll of caring for others. For nearly half of all physicians, this scenario is a harsh reality. Physician fatigue and emotional depletion have surged to critical levels, jeopardizing the well-being of healthcare professionals and compromising the quality of patient care. From relentless workloads to the constant pressure of making life-and-death decisions, doctors and healthcare workers face immense challenges that can lead to

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