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The Department of Health and Human Services Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology is working on a new initiative designed to address EHR burdens experienced by physicians.

 

Editor's note: APMA has resources for members on the CARES Act Provider Relief for COVID-19.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/hhs-launches-initiative-to-alleviate-health-it-burdens-for-doctors to view the full article online.

 
Measuring such things as time spent on documentation and prescriptions can help to establish a baseline for future improvement.

 

Editor’s note: Visit APMA’s Health IT resource page for guidance to help doctors and hospitals with EHR selection, security, implementation, and other issues.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/7-key-ways-gauge-physician-time-lost-ehr-work to view the full article online.

 

Practicing self-care and reaching out for help when necessary are important ways to address the problem of physician burnout.

 

Editor's note: Considering the current environment surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, take advantage of APMA's physician well-being resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing.     

Visit https://www.renalandurologynews.com/home/departments/practice-management/covid-19-pandemic-depression-burnout/ to view the full article online.

 

Some smaller, independent practices hit hard by the pandemic are concerned about the potential impact of a second surge.

 

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

Visit https://delawarebusinesstimes.com/news/as-revenues-return-doctors-worry-about-potential-virus-spike-impact/ to view the full article online.

 
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A few simple tips can help make video interactions with patients go more smoothly.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/succeed-telehealth-know-your-webside-manner to view the full article online.

 
Tips from a recent survey of physicians include avoiding micromanaging staff and fostering a team mentality.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/managing-a-practice-advice-from-your-peers to view the full article online.

 
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Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of foot pain upon waking.

 

Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’s past public education campaign on plantar fasciitis. The suite of member materials includes a tip-sheet and much more.

Visit https://www.purewow.com/wellness/why-do-my-feet-hurt-when-i-wake-up to view the full article online.

 
A podiatrist is an important part of the care team for patients with diabetes.

Visit https://www.recordonline.com/story/lifestyle/2020/09/29/diabetes-tips-avoid-problems-your-feet/3516939001/ to view the full article online.

 
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Visit https://thedoctorweighsin.com/physician-practice-mergers-due-diligence/ to view the full article online.

 
The survey of hospital executives also indicated that adoption of electronic health records has increased during the pandemic.

Visit https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/finance/nearly-70-hospital-leaders-expect-increase-self-pay-due-covid to view the full article online.

 
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