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A new survey of physicians reveals widespread skepticism regarding the financial impact of value-based care on physician practices.

 

Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources, including ACO info, EHR advice, and much more. Free to members!

Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/news/61-of-doctors-say-value-based-care-will-damage-their-practice to view the full article online.

 
A new proposal related to telehealth reimbursement for physicians could lead to some negative consequences, some physicians contend.

 

Editor’s note: Read APMA’s telemedicine issue brief, results of our nationwide teledoc survey, and more on this emerging trend in medicine.

Visit https://www.mobihealthnews.com/content/doctors-skeptical-about-cmss-virtual-check-provision to view the full article online.

 
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Being clear with patients on the front end about financial matters can help to facilitate payment, according to the results of a new survey.

 

Editor’s note: Download the Fall issue of the doctor-to-patient newsletter, Footprints. Customize by adding your office name, address, phone number, and website. This marketing tool is free to members.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/want-consumers-pay-medical-bills-faster-deliver-better-patient-experience to view the full article online.

 
Keeping track of current payer criteria and instituting standard procedures can help practices ease the administrative burden of prior authorization.

Visit http://www.medicaleconomics.com/articles/prior-authorizations-relieving-burden-1 to view the full article online.

 
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A recent survey of physicians found widespread dissatisfaction with the current maintenance of certification process.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/65-doctors-say-moc-doesn-t-add-clinical-value-survey-finds to view the full article online.

 
Effective leadership and management skills among physicians can lead to positive results for patients, organizations and the bottom line, in addition to greater job satisfaction.

 

Editor’s note: Check out APMA’s many leadership opportunities for members of all backgrounds, from joining a committee to becoming a mentor.

Visit https://hbr.org/2018/10/why-doctors-need-leadership-training to view the full article online.

 
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Podiatrists are important parts of the team in managing the care of patients with diabetes in danger of needing amputation.

 

Editor’s note: Diabetes Awareness Month in November and "Today's Podiatrist" campaign materials are a great way for APMA members to educate the public about a DPM’s critical role in diabetes management team.

Visit https://health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/which-doctor-to-see-for-diabetic-amputations to view the full article online.

 
In case of glass stuck in one's feet, it's important to quickly but safely seek help from a podiatrist, who can extract the glass and determine treatment options.

Visit https://startsat60.com/health/big-issues/remove-glass-from-foot-easily-safely to view the full article online.

 
Shoes with appropriate arch support can help to reduce the risk of a number of potential foot problems.

 

Editor's note: Recommend APMA Seal-Accepted footwear and products to your patients.

Visit https://www.travelandleisure.com/style/shoes/cute-arch-support-shoes-for-women to view the full article online.

 
Swollen feet can be a symptom for a number of serious problems, including phlebitis, deep-vein thrombosis, and liver or kidney disease.

Visit https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/whats-causing-those-swollen-feet to view the full article online.

 
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Despite the growth in the use and sophistication of EHR systems, interoperability continues to lag, according to a new report.

 

Editor’s note: See APMA’s comments to CMS on interoperability, and our EHR resources to help you choose the right EHR for your practice.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/interoperability-remains-limited-according-national-academy-medicine to view the full article online.

 
An effective social media presence can benefit physicians in a number of ways, according to Kevin Pho.

 

Editor’s note: How to get your practice online and cultivate content, social media tips, and more.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/mgma18-what-every-doctor-needs-to-know-about-social-media-according-to-kevinmd-kevin-pho to view the full article online.

 
Wider use of patient portals among health-care consumers may depend on regulatory changes and standardization.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/what-will-it-take-get-consumers-finally-use-patient-portals to view the full article online.

 
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