A new section has been added to APMA's COVID-19 resource to address members' questions about the Provider Relief Funds offered through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Intended for homologous use in the treatment acute and chronic wounds, EpiFix allografts may be stored at ambient conditions for up to 5 years and are available in a variety of sizes. Explore the use of EpiFix® in your wound treatment applications.
A number of health-care groups are asking Congress to allow for more coverage options for those whose employment has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Editor's note: APMA has financial resources for practices at www.apma.org/covid19.
With many people putting off routine health-care visits during the pandemic, the possibility exists for a surge in demand for health-care not related to COVID-19 once the pandemic ends.
According to a new survey, although physician office visits have declined, especially among specialty practices, patient satisfaction has increased by 13 percent since the start of the year.
The DERMACLOSE Continuous External Tissue Expander device facilitates rapid tissue movement to reduce or reapproximate wounds. After the initial application has been completed the DERMACLOSE device does not require any additional tightening. Once the desired tissue expansion has occurred the device(s) can be removed and the wound can be closed with suture or staples.
Proprietary design addresses the insole issue: Rigid insoles do not allow the arch to move downward enough to fully handle the shock of a foot strike. Soft insoles collapse under pressure and cannot prevent the arch from flattening. Custom orthotics are designed to fit the patient’s flawed foot rather than make the foot healthy.
Reducing administrative burden and fostering a more positive work environment are among the ways health-care leaders can address the problem of physician burnout.
Private health insurers are currently benefiting from a reduction in the number of claims, but many are wary of the long-term effect of a potential recession.
The use of surgical masks rather than N95 masks could be contributing the high rate of COVID-19 infections among front-line health-care workers, according to some experts.
