More docs-in-training: Is that good news?
Filed under: Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views
In the next few years, nearly 24 medical schools will have opened their doors to students. And a debate is raging over whether that’ll help or hurt the health care field. Read more
Medical marijuana is….like….complicated
Filed under: Ethics, Health care/Treatment trends, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Practice Management
In states that allow the use of medical marijuana, there are new questions about how well some doctors and pharmacies make sure that only patients with serious medical issues get prescriptions. Read more
Digital claims could save $11B per year — should it be mandatory?
Filed under: Healthcare Finance, Healthcare Technology News, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Latest News & Views, Practice Management
Medical practices are still submitting up to 25% of their claims on paper. And it’s costing everyone big time, according to some experts. Read more
Family practice docs spending more time per patient: Pros and cons
Filed under: Health care/Treatment trends, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Patient/Client Communication, Practice Management
New research shows family practice doctors have been seeing adult patients more often, and spending more time per patient visit. So what’s the outcome of all those extra hours? Read more
Will you need more staff after implementing EHRs?
Filed under: EMR & EHR - Electronic Health Records, Fraud & Waste, Healthcare Finance, Healthcare Technology News, Hospital Management, Practice Management, Special Report
Don’t assume EHRs will automatically lead to a reduction in staff. Read more