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APMA News Brief
 
September 12, 2024
 
NATIONAL NEWS
Six Steps to Measuring Physician Burnout—and Then Reversing It
American Medical Association
Among the steps for measuring burnout are using a validated assessment tool and discussing the results with stakeholders.
 
Editor’s note: For resources to help you with physician wellbeing, visit www.apma.org/wellbeing.
Prescription Drug Spending Grew Even After Rebates
Healthcare Finance News
Out-of-pocket prices for prescription drugs have continued to increase since 2007, according to a new study.
Female, Nonrural Physicians Deliver More Telehealth Care: Study
Healthcare Dive
A new study highlights patterns in utilization for telehealth services.
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Eleven Free Techniques to Motivate Staff
Medical Economics
Inexpensive ways to keep staff motivated include conducting periodic performance reviews and recognizing achievement.
Physicians Can Drop These Outdated Regulatory Burdens Now
American Medical Association
Dropping unnecessary tasks help in easing administrative burdens.
Three Stories That Show How Patient Portals Simplify Billing, Collections
HealthLeaders Media
Patient portals, when used effectively, can benefit both patients and providers.
 
Editor’s Note: See APMA’s EHR Decision Guide for DPMs on APMA.org.
Six Factors to Evaluate the Prospects of a Practice
Medical Economics
Things to consider when evaluating the potential of a physician practice include the efficiency of its business and clinical processes and the state of the local market.
Health-Care Job Growth Down 50 Percent in August
HealthLeaders Media
While the health-care sector added 31,000 jobs last month, that figure was down sharply from the monthly average over the past 12 months, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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WHAT PATIENTS ARE READING
Eight Tips for Choosing Comfortable Shoes, According to Podiatrists
Real Simple
Having one's feet measured each year and shopping for shoes in the evening are among the tips for choosing the right footwear.
 
Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted products and recommend them to your patients.
The Best Walking Shoes for Older Adults, According to Podiatrists
HuffPost
Supportive, stable footwear with good traction is especially important for older adults.
Ten Best Shoes for Teachers Who Have to Stand All Day
Oprah Daily
For those who spend much of their day on their feet in a professional environment, shoes should be cushioned, with adequate toe space, and be able to accommodate orthotic insoles.
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