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APMA's award-winning scientific journal, JAPMA, has published an open access case study on the foot manifestations of COVID-19-positive patients.

Visit https://japmaonline.org/doi/abs/10.7547/20-088 to view the full article online.

 
Following federal and state guidelines and making a solid plan are keys when considering when and how to reopen one’s practice.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/covid-19-physician-practice-guide-reopening to view the full article online.

 
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Options such as extending lines of credit are available for physician practices affected financially by COVID-19.


Editor's note: APMA has teamed up with Bankers Healthcare Group to offer members cash flow without the hassle. Learn more about provider relief funds, and financial assistance for practices during COVID-19.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/news/where-can-practices-get-financial-help to view the full article online.

 
Questions remain about reimbursement rates for clinicians treating severely ill patients, as well as rapidly changing telehealth policies during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Editor's note: APMA has resources for members on telemedicine, financial assistance for practices, and more on its main COVID-19 resource page: www.apma.org/covid19.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/physicians-groups-concerned-docs-will-be-underpaid-for-treating-at-risk-senior-patients to view the full article online.

 
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A new survey indicates that patients are somewhat more likely to visit a physician practice than a hospital for an issue not related to COVID-19.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/news/poll-finds-patients-avoiding-non-covid-19-related-care to view the full article online.

 
A new study found no difference in burnout levels between Millennial and Generation X residents.


Editor's note: APMA has help for members suffering from physician burnout at www.apma.org/wellbeing.

Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/physician-burnout-is-baked-in-the-system-study-suggests.html to view the full article online.

 
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What Patients are Reading
A few simple steps can help to keep toenails clean.

Visit https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/how-to-keep-toenails-clean/ to view the full article online.

 
Choosing footwear with proper arch support and soaking and stretching the feet are among the ways to keep feet healthy.


Editor’s note: Recommend APMA’s running shoe guide for different arch types and APMA Seal-Accepted products to your patients.

Visit https://www.willistonherald.com/news/health/find-relief-with-proper-foot-care/article_ec976fd6-8e24-11ea-b3f6-cb861968e94a.html to view the full article online.

 
Wearing improper footwear can lead to a number of foot problems.

Visit https://www.weny.com/story/42096763/healthy-living-stepping-into-the-right-shoe to view the full article online.

 
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Effective inventory management is crucial in light of pressures placed on the pharmaceutical supply chain.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/node/140057 to view the full article online.

 
Many physician practices are looking to telehealth and payment reform to help them weather a difficult time.


Editor's note: Watch APMA's webinar on how your practice can survive COVID-19.

Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/features/how-covid-19-imperiled-physician-practices-and-how-to-save-them to view the full article online.

 
A value-based model could offer more stability than fee-for-service in times of crisis, says one expert.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payer/blue-cross-mn-ceo-why-covid-19-may-be-making-case-for-value-based-care to view the full article online.

 
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