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The National 2019: Where’s My CECH Certificate?

APMA is processing CECH certificates for The National attendees. You can expect to receive an email with a link to access your continuing education credits by mid-August. APMA appreciates your patience while we complete the process.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/apm-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=572180&issueID=74942 to view the full article online.

Survey: Patients Want More Guidance From Physicians on Self-Care

In a recent poll, 72% of expressed interest in hearing more about self-care from their physician.

Visit https://www.news-medical.net/news/20190723/Survey-Patients-want-more-guidance-from-physicians-on-self-care.aspx to view the full article online.

EpiFix® Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane Allograft

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.

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A Strong Advising Team Can Help Your Private Practice Flourish

Choosing the right attorney, accountant, insurance agent and banker can help physician practices navigate difficulties.

Editor’s note: Learn more about small business planning and structure in APMA’s Compliance Materials.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/private-practices/strong-advising-team-can-help-your-private-practice-flourish to view the full article online.

Medical Practice Groups Saw Better Margins In 2018

Last year saw an overall increase in profits for physician groups, according to the results of a new survey.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/medical-practice-groups-saw-better-margins-in-2018/559124/ to view the full article online.

CERAMENT®|BONE VOID FILLER

CERAMENT®|BONE VOID FILLER is an injectable, moldable, drillable and radiopaque bone substitute which has been proven to remodel to host bone within 6-12 months.

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What Patients are Reading

Treat Heel Discomfort for Improved Mobility, Less Pain

Examination by a podiatrist can help pinpoint the causes of heel pain.

Editor’s note: Download our digital brochure on heel pain, which can be customized you’re your practice information.

Visit https://www.chron.com/news/article/Treat-heel-discomfort-for-improved-mobility-less-14108647.php to view the full article online.

Podiatrists Are Begging You to Live by These 5 Feet Rules for Summer

Rotating among different pairs of footwear and frequently changing socks are among the ways to keep feet healthy in the summer months.

Editor’s note: All Toes on Deck! Print copies of APMA’s colorful Summer Foot-Care info page for your practice. Download the flyer directly here.

Visit https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/gross-feet-podiatrist-tips/ to view the full article online.

The Nature-Fit Difference

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.

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How To Tell If You’re Wearing The Right Running Shoes For Your Feet

Examining the wear pattern on your current shoes is one way to get a better sense of your footwear needs.

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s guide to choosing running shoes with your patients.

Visit https://www.refinery29.com/en-ca/how-to-buy-running-shoes to view the full article online.

How to Recognize and Treat Ordinary Foot Disorders

Common problems include corns, blisters, heel spurs, and hammertoes.

Editor’s note: APMA’s easy to read, concise Foot Health Conditions information page for the public is a resource members are encouraged to share with patients.

Visit https://www.womenfitnessmag.com/how-to-recognize-and-treat-ordinary-foot-disorders/ to view the full article online.

Physician Satisfaction With Health Plans: Results From a National Survey

According to a new study, physicians with solo practices gave higher ratings to health plans than did physicians at larger practices.

Visit https://www.ajmc.com/journals/issue/2019/2019-vol25-n7/physician-satisfaction-with-health-plans-results-from-a-national-survey to view the full article online.

Private Practice Physicians Less Likely to Maintain Electronic Records, Study Shows

Physicians in group practices or hospitals are more likely to have attested to meaningful use of electronic health records than those in private practice, according to new research.

Editor’s Note: See APMA’s EHR Decision Guide for DPMs on APMA.org. Looking for a change? Visit the APMA Career Center.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/node/139001 to view the full article online.

Don't Get Taken Hostage: Practices Must Protect Themselves From Ransomware

Steps that physician practices can take to guard against ransomware attacks include keeping software up to date and making sure staff are following proper protocols.

Visit http://www.mondaq.com/unitedstates/x/828838/Healthcare/Dont+Get+Taken+Hostage+Practices+Must+Protect+Themselves+From+Ransomware to view the full article online.

Use of Non-Hospital-Based Provider-to-Patient Telehealth Grew Nearly 1,400%

The number of private insurance claim lines related to telehealth services has grown sharply since 2014, according to a white paper.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/node/139007 to view the full article online.

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