| May 3, 2018
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In This Issue |
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National News
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What PATIENTS Are Reading
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According to former Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price, eliminating the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate without making other changes is likely to increase consumer health-care costs.
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced its new Data Driven Patient Care Strategy, which is geared toward making the agency's data more accessible.
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Health-care organizations are the top target for online attacks, and the costs of falling victim can be steep.
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Inaccuracies in payers' provider directories are leading to problems in coverage for a significant number of patients, according to a new survey.
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Poor choices in footwear can lead to a number of problems, not just for feet but other parts of the body as well.
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If problems related to an ingrown toenail persist, it's best to visit a podiatrist.
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While a number of factors can lead to aching feet, consistent maintenance and attention can help.
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Cuticles help to prevent infection and should never be cut.
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Nearly a third of specialty practices are making use of physician assistants or nurse practitioners, with multispecialty practices most likely to employ them, according to new research.
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Surveys suggest that online reviews are influencing patients' choice of health-care provider.
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According to a recent report, nine small practices out of ten aren't fully taking advantage of the advanced features their electronic health record system has to offer.
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More than half of U.S. physicians have reported symptoms of burnout, according to the task force.
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Even short conversations about cost can result in positive changes.
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| Disclaimer: Stories from sources other than APMA do not necessarily reflect APMA positions or policies. APMA does not endorse these stories. This content appears in the News Brief to enhance members' understanding of how media coverage shapes perceptions of podiatric medicine, and to educate members about what their patients, legislators and other healthcare professionals are seeing in the media. |
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