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A majority of the physicians who responded to a new compensation survey indicated feeling overworked in 2021. Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’s resources on closing a practice and physician well-being. Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/physician-compensation-rises-alongside-burnout-retirements-in-2021-doximity/611686/ to view the full article online. |
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A number of hospitals have suspended elective surgeries again because of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases. Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’S COVID-19 Resources. Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/hospitals-clamp-down-elective-surgeries-covid-19-surges/611769/ to view the full article online. |
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Discussing drug prices with patients is among the ways to help patients understand health-care costs. Editor’s note: Check out a sample letter and tips to help you communicate with patients about out-of-network status and more. Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/article/-here-s-how-you-can-help-your-patients-save-money/2I6M8BPjcgkcC7P90zqvhH to view the full article online. |
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With more patients delaying care for various reasons, it can help to re-examine one's approach to encouraging patient visits. Editor’s note: Visit APMA's COVID-19 Resource page and learn how to get your practice online and cultivate content. Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/growing-your-practice-in-the-new-normal to view the full article online. |
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Nail fungus is not the only possible cause of thick toenails.
Visit https://parade.com/1310618/emilyshiffer/thick-toenails/ to view the full article online. |
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For those dealing with plantar fasciitis, there are a number of factors to consider when choosing the right walking shoe.
Visit https://www.runnersworld.com/gear/g38506439/best-arch-support-shoes/ to view the full article online. |
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Obesity and high blood pressure are among the risk factors for developing gout.
Visit https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/144827 to view the full article online. |
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Among the most common reasons patients move on from a practice are long wait times and low responses.
Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/how-healthcare-practices-can-resolve-the-common-reasons-behind-patient-attrition-online-and-offline to view the full article online. |
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According to a new study, as many as 20 percent of physicians indicated an intention to move on from their current practice within two years. Editor’s note: Take charge of your career with the APMA Career Center and APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources. Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/burnout-workload-and-fear-infection-compel-physicians-and-nurses-to-reduce-hours-or-leave to view the full article online. |
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A number of factors are contributing to a negative credit outlook for the health-care sector in 2022, according to a new report.
Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/labor-expenses-contribute-negative-credit-outlook-healthcare-moodys-finds to view the full article online. |
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Increasing use of mobile phones for payment and the use of contactless payment are among the biggest current trends in health-care payment.
Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/3-digital-payment-trends-that-healthcare-providers-need-to-know to view the full article online. |