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National News

HHS Looks to Enable Innovation Through Value-Based Payment

The Department of Health and Human Services intends to continue its role in facilitating health-care's transformation to value-based care and to incentivize innovation, according to HHS Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan.

Editor’s note: APMA provides reimbursement resources and Medicare resources at APMA.org.

Visit https://www.healthdatamanagement.com/news/hhs-looks-to-enable-innovation-through-value-based-payment?feed=00000152-1277-da4c-af7b-56775a740000 to view the full article online.

5 Tips for Creating Value in Your Telehealth Strategy

While there is no one-size-fits-all strategy for implementing telehealth services, some general guidelines can apply in many situations.

Editor’s note: Read APMA’s issue brief and more information on telehealth.

Visit https://medcitynews.com/2018/10/5-tips-for-creating-value-in-your-telehealth-strategy/ to view the full article online.

Small Practice, Less Doctor Burnout? 4 Reasons That May Be

Reasons why physicians at small, independent practices tend to experience less burnout than other physicians may include a greater sense of autonomy and more opportunity to get to know their patients.

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://wire.ama-assn.org/practice-management/small-practice-less-doctor-burnout-4-reasons-may-be to view the full article online.

Maintaining Brand Awareness for Physicians and Medical Practices

A positive online presence and a commitment to being responsive to the needs to patients are keys to building and maintaining awareness of a practice's brand.

Visit https://www.mdmag.com/physicians-money-digest/practice-management/maintaining-brand-awareness-for-physicians-and-medical-practices to view the full article online.

2018 EHR Report Card

A majority of physicians responding to a recent survey included that EHR selection had a negative effect on their practice's finances.

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 http://www.medicaleconomics.com/ehr/2018-ehr-report-card to view the full article online.

Study Finds 40 Percent of Doctors Pessimistic About Practice of Medicine

A new study finds that physicians with a negative view of their electronic health records system were more likely to be pessimistic in general at the practice level.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/study-finds-40-of-doctors-pessimistic-about-practice-of-medicine/540074/ to view the full article online.

What Patients are Reading

14 Ways Podiatrists Say You’re Killing Your Feet

Wearing worn-out shoes, not switching up the shoes you wear on a day-to-day basis and not letting your feet breathe are among the common ways people fail to take care of their feet.

Visit https://www.rd.com/health/wellness/ways-podiatrists-say-youre-killing-your-feet/ to view the full article online.

This Foot Condition is the New Back Pain—It’s Everywhere

The incidence of plantar fasciitis has grown to alarming levels in the U.S., but treatment options are available.

Visit https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2018/10/19/welcome-plantar-fasciitis-nation/cSeEupijM5jvhfnugysRiP/story.html to view the full article online.

The Best Way to Treat Painful Heels

When persistent foot or heel pain occurs, it's important to consult with a podiatrist, who can determine the best treatment.

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s heel pain information with your patients and download our digital heel pain brochure for your practice.

Visit https://startsat60.com/health/big-issues/how-to-treat-painful-heels-plantar-fasciitis to view the full article online.

Learn About Custom Orthotics

Custom orthotics can help ease discomfort resulting from a number of foot conditions.

Editor’s note: Download APMA’s digital custom orthotics brochure for your practice, and see important resources and updates on DME at APMA.org.

Visit https://thefrisky.com/learn-about-custom-foot-orthotics/ to view the full article online.

Physician Volunteerism: The Surprising Benefits for Doctors Who Do It

Finding time to volunteer can be difficult with a physician's schedule, but the potential benefits can include improved self-confidence and lower stress levels, among others.

Editor’s note: Want to volunteer? See APMA’s listings on Humanitarian Missions opportunities.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/internal-medicine/article/2841 to view the full article online.

Physicians, Nurses Among Top 5 Professions With the Worst Gender Salary Gaps

Physicians and surgeons are second on the list, with only financial managers having a more extreme gender pay gap, according to a new study.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/physicians-top-5-list-professions-worst-gender-salary-gaps to view the full article online.

Understanding Physician Empathy, How It Impacts Patient Care

Appropriate empathy on the part of physicians can have a positive effect on patient satisfaction and, potentially, on patient outcomes.

Visit https://patientengagementhit.com/news/understanding-physician-empathy-how-it-impacts-patient-care to view the full article online.

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