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December 20, 2018 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
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In a decision certain to be appealed, a U.S. District Court judge in Texas ruled the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional.
 
More than one quarter of those surveyed reported that their employer had been targeted by ransomware in the last year alone.
 
Common factors that can lead to burnout among physicians include feeling rushed and lack of connection with staff.
 
Even in the midst of a hectic schedule, it's important for physicians to remember the basics of self-care, including proper hydration and nutrition.
 
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has issued a request for information regarding the practices of Medicare-approved accrediting organizations.
 
Tips including examining whether you want to you stick with your current provider and plan design and reviewing your rate of employee participation.
 
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What Patients are Reading
Boots with tight toe boxes can create or exacerbate a range of foot problems.
 
Tips for handling sweaty feet including changing socks regularly and daily foot washing.
 
Stress fractures in the foot are often caused by repetitive motion and can be difficult to pinpoint.
 
Just as it's important to choose the right shoes to match the activity you are undertaking, choosing appropriate socks is necessary as well.
 
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The pay gap favoring male physicians can't be dismissed on the basis of specialty choice, hours or experience, according to research.
 
While smaller practices traditionally haven't participated in patient safety organizations in large numbers, aligning with a PSO can offer some benefits.
 
A new survey suggests that physician dissatisfaction with EHRs could lead to slower adoption of other data tools.
 
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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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