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NATIONAL NEWS
Healthcare Dive
FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson has warned major healthcare employers and staffing firms to review and potentially eliminate restrictive noncompete clauses, signaling a shift toward targeted enforcement rather than a blanket ban.
American Medical Association
Among the tips for making physicians feel more valued are promoting the use of paid time off and providing support for physicians when traumatic events occur.
Editor’s Note: Take a look at APMA’s Well-Being Resources here.
Fierce Healthcare
Physicians and healthcare organizations are urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to address the pressure being placed on practices by by declining Medicare reimbursement rates and increasing administrative burdens.
Editor’s Note: Read APMA’s comment letter to CMS on the proposed MPFS for 2026 here.
Physicians Practice
Tips for cutting overhead include regularly reviewing service agreements and addressing office space usage.
Healthcare Dive
CMS’s new WISeR pilot program mandates AI-powered prior authorization for certain Medicare services in six states, sparking concerns among providers and lawmakers about reduced care access, increased administrative burdens, and lack of transparency.
Editor’s Note: Learn more about how APMA has taken a lead role expressing concern to CMS on the WISeR Model.
WHAT PATIENTS ARE READING
Time
Among the foot symptoms to pay attention to are sudden changes in arch height, numbness, and pain in the big toe.
NBC News
Those with wide feet should make the shoes they choose have adequate space in the toe box.
Editor’s Note: Recommend our Seal-accepted walking shoes to your patients!
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