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October 27, 2022 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
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It's important to thoroughly assess the potential risks as well as benefits to becoming a partner in a physician practice, according to a pair of attorneys.
 
Editor’s note: Take charge of your career with the APMA Career Center and APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources
 
New research suggests that the amount of time required for physicians to stay current about clinical advancements could be contributing to burnout.
 
Editor’s note: For physicians, learning doesn't stop at graduation. APMA has you covered, from brushing up on your clinical skills to understanding the latest reimbursement models. 
 
In addition to anticipated implementation costs, installing a new electronic health record can involve a number of indirect costs as well.
 
Editor’s Note: Take advantage of APMA’s EHR Decision Guide for DPMs for members only. 
 
Understanding one's own value and prioritizing what's most important are among the recommendations when negotiating an employment contract.
 
Editor’s note:  The APMA Career Center has everything you need for the next step in your career, including compensation studies. 
 
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Navigating payer contracts and insurance policies are among the important considerations when starting a private practice
 
Editor’s note: Check out APMA’s How To Be Your Own Boss resources, which include advice on securing your finances, a sample business plan, and much more. 
 
More than 115,000 physicians left health-care last year, according to a new report.
 
A new study suggests several reasons why some physicians hesitate to treat patients with disabilities.
 
Training staff on cybersecurity is an important part of protecting one's practice.
 
Editor’s note: As an APMA member, you qualify for discounted cybersecurity policy options through PICA, a ProAssurance Company.
 
What Patients are Reading
Cutting toenails the wrong way can lead to ingrown toenails.
 
Stability and arch support are important qualities in a winter hiking boot.
 
Editor’s note: Share APMA’s Tips on Choosing Boots with your patients. 
 
Staying hydrated and wearing moisture-wicking socks can help those prone to sweaty feet.
 
Editor’s note: Share APMA’s information on sweaty feet and its symptoms with your patients. 
 
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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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