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In a letter to Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the Department of Justice would not defend in court the individual mandate set forth in the Affordable Care Act.
Editor's note: Visit APMA's health-care reform page to learn more about key provisions in the ACA for podiatrists and more. Visit http://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/attorney-general-jeff-sessions-will-not-defend-affordable-care-acts-individual-mandate to view the full article online. |
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After a temporary delay, international medical students should soon begin receiving visas to that would allow them to participate in U.S. residency programs.
Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2018/06/10/trump-administration-may-stop-denying-young-doctor-visas/#174bfde8367e to view the full article online. |
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Uses for the funding could include reducing the technological burden on physicians by streamlining systems.
Editor’s note: APMA has created an Opioid Use and Abuse Prevention resource just for members. Visit http://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/cms-give-states-medicaid-funding-combat-opioid-crisis to view the full article online. |
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According to a new study, reducing the use of opioids in patients did not result in lower patient satisfaction scores.
Visit http://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/opioid-epidemic-turns-out-patients-are-happier-when-doctors-lower-their-dose to view the full article online. |
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In addition to increasing access to care for patients in rural areas, telehealth initiatives also can be used to facilitate continuity of care.
Visit http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20180609/NEWS/306099954 to view the full article online. |
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In a recent survey, only about a third of physicians in the U.S. said they were independent, and only 17 percent were solo practitioners.
Visit https://health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/2018-06-13/is-the-independent-doctor-disappearing to view the full article online. |
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It's important to remember that flip-flops aren't for long-term use.
Visit https://www.clickondetroit.com/health/flip-flops-can-really-hurt-your-feet-heres-how-to-wear-them-correctly to view the full article online. |
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About a tenth of American develop plantar fasciitis in their lifetime, but it can be treated.
Editor’s note: April was Foot Health Awareness Month, but APMA’s campaign materials are available to members year-round. Visit http://www.scnow.com/living/health/article_43a053f4-6c32-11e8-80ba-630bf2884efc.html to view the full article online. |
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With sunny weather can come a host of foot hazards, from sports-related injuries to splinters and sunburn.
Visit http://www.whig.com/20180611/proper-foot-care-important-in-warm-weather-months# to view the full article online. |
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Cold laser treatments can be used to address the problem of toenail fungus.
Visit http://www.azfamily.com/story/38387427/ways-to-get-better-looking-feet-this-summer to view the full article online. |
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Open-toed sandals might not be the right choice of summer footwear for those with diabetes, whose neuropathy might prevent them from feeling objects that become lodged under the sole of the foot.
Visit http://www.thetelegram.com/more/custom-content/safe-summer-footwear-is-essential-216917/ to view the full article online. |
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Having policies in place at your practice regarding such things as when and how often you will see industry reps can help minimize disruptions.
Visit http://www.medicaleconomics.com/business/comprehensive-rep-policy-benefits-allespecially-patients to view the full article online. |
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With the emergence of value-based care, focusing on preventive services is becoming increasingly important.
Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/preventive-care-falls-short-8 to view the full article online. |
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Visit rates were higher for women, as well as for infants and those over the age of 64.
Visit https://www.endocrinologyadvisor.com/practice-management/primary-care-physician-rates-cdc-patient-demographics/article/771320/ to view the full article online. |