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Legislation passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday prevents or delays Medicare cuts that otherwise would have taken effect January 1. Editor's note: Check out APMA's Medicare Resources for members.
Visit https://www.rollcall.com/2021/12/07/fast-track-debt-limit-process-added-to-spending-cuts-delay-bill/ to view the full article online. |
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Having policies in place to comply with employment law and maintaining proper insurance are among the tips for asset protection. Editor’s note: Check out APMA’s many compliance materials for members, including HIPAA guidelines, a Corporate Compliance Manual for Podiatric Practices, how to avoid health-care and abuse, and much more. Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/2022-medical-practice-asset-protection to view the full article online. |
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The study noted that while patient volumes have increased since the height of the pandemic, spending remains at a lower level. Editor's note: See APMA's latest information for members about the 2022 MPFS. Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/ama-medicare-physician-fee-schedule-spending-dropped-nearly-14b-last-year-due-to-covid-19 to view the full article online. |
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New data reveals the career-long impact of the physician wage gap.
Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/physician-wage-gap-lifetime-earnings-RAND-study/611026/ to view the full article online. |
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For all-day wear at work, it's important to select shoes that don't exacerbate existing foot problems. Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted products and recommend them to your patients. Visit https://footwearnews.com/feature/best-work-shoes-women-1203214040/ to view the full article online. |
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Heels that build in stability and cushioning are better for those with flat feet.
Visit https://www.bustle.com/style/best-heels-for-flat-feet to view the full article online. |
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Some at home-devices may offer pain relief for those dealing with bunions. Editor’s note: Point your patients to www.apma.org/bunions for more information on treatment and prevention. Visit https://www.livestrong.com/article/13769204-best-bunion-corrector/ to view the full article online. |
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Sharing one's story can be helpful to those dealing with physician burnout. Editor's note: Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for resources to help you care for yourself and combat burnout. Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/physician-health/3-ways-doctors-can-find-courage-tell-their-burnout-stories to view the full article online. |
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Physicians who responded to a recent survey had difficulty in accurately estimating out-of-pocket medication expenses.
Visit https://www.rheumatologyadvisor.com/home/topics/practice-management/survey-us-physicians-difficulty-estimating-patients-out-of-pocket-medication-costs/ to view the full article online. |
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A recent study concluded that vertical integration might not be of financial benefit for most physicians.
Visit https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff.2021.01007 to view the full article online. |
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A new report from the Department of Health and Human Services highlights the sharp increase that occurred in telehealth use as a result of the pandemic.
Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/hhs-shows-63-fold-increase-medicare-telehealth-use-during-pandemic to view the full article online. |