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July 23, 2020 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
National News
A recent survey of female physicians found that work–life balance was more likely to be a concern among respondents age 45 and younger.
 
Addressing the problem of physician burnout has become more important than ever because of the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
Editor's note: APMA's physician burnout resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing include help with work–life balance. 
 
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The leader of a large physician group in Massachusetts discusses the challenges created by the pandemic.
 
Editor's note: Visit www.apma.org/covid19​ for a comprehensive suite of resources to help you stay afloat during the pandemic. Also, just a reminder that Congress Extended the PPP Application Loan Deadline through August 8, 2020.
 
A new analysis predicts significant losses in revenue due to a decline in elective surgeries and other factors. 
 
The Tetra Corporation
Kybun USA
Recent estimates suggest that as many as 48 million Americans live in households that will be affected by job loss as a result of the pandemic.
 
Editor's note: Struggling to find affordable health insurance coverage for yourself, your family, and your office staff? APMA's health insurance solutions can help cut your practice’s health-care costs by 15 to 30 percent. (Options available for all practice sizes.) 
 
Having a process in place to track and follow up on denied claims is an important step for physician practices.
 
Editor’s note: APMA’s CAC and PIAC representatives can help you in claims appeal.
 
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What Patients are Reading
Lack of heel support and wearing shoes that don't fit properly are among the possible causes of aching feet.
 
Overuse of shoes that don't provide arch support can lead to foot problems.
 
Safety tips for nail salons include making sure that surfaces are properly disinfected for each customer.
 
Editor's note: Visit APMA.org for general pedicure tips for patients. Don't forget to report to the AAD COVID-19 Registry.
 
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Independent physician practices concerned about being able to weather the COVID-19 pandemic might seek out partnerships, according to a new report.
 
Editor's note: APMA has teamed up with Bankers Healthcare Group to offer mem​bers cash flow without the hassle. Learn more about provider relief funds, and financial assistance for practices during COVID-19.
 
Important terms to know related to medical malpractice include claims-made coverage and nose coverage.
 
Editor’s note: APMA provides Medical Liability/Malpractice Reform resources for members. 
 
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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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