Practice Management
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New billing code for added COVID practice expense
The intention is to recognize the extra expenses involved in steps now routinely taken to reduce the risk for COVID transmission from office...
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COVID-19: New guidance to stem mental health crisis in frontline HCPs
“Support needs to be deployed in multiple dimensions ... and include training in resilience, stress reduction, emotional awareness, and self-care...
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HHS plan to improve rural health focuses on better broadband, telehealth services
The announcement includes technical initiatives, such as a contract to help clinics and hospitals integrate care.
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Ten ways docs are cutting costs and saving money
Primary care physicians have seen a 55% decrease in revenue and a 20%-30% decrease in patient volume as a result of COVID-19. The impact has been...
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Who’s better off: Employed or self-employed physicians?
Self-employed physicians have the highest salaries and largest homes, but feel least fairly compensated.
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Three malpractice risks of video visits
“We probably will see more malpractice suits filed the more telehealth is used. It’s a numbers game. The more it’s used, the higher likelihood...
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Patient visits post COVID-19
Physicians and patients discuss common concerns with telemedicine.
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COVID-19 child case count now over 400,000
For the first time, the percentage of cases in children did not increase from 1 week to the next.
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Only 40% of residents said training prepped them for COVID-19
Overall, residents reported good relationships with attending physicians and nurses.
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Telemedicine checklist may smooth visits with older patients
“Age should not be considered synonymous with inability or unwillingness to use technology,” said Dr. Carrie Nieman.