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More docs-in-training: Is that good news?


February 22, 2010 by Carol Katarsky

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.

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Medical marijuana is….like….complicated


December 1, 2009 by Carol Katarsky

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.

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Digital claims could save $11B per year — should it be mandatory?


November 19, 2009 by Carol Katarsky

Medical practices are still submitting up to 25% of their claims on paper. And it’s costing everyone big time, according to some experts.

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Family practice docs spending more time per patient: Pros and cons


November 18, 2009 by Carol Katarsky

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?

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Will you need more staff after implementing EHRs?


October 27, 2009 by Carol Katarsky

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Don’t assume EHRs will automatically lead to a reduction in staff.

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