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May 31, 2018 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
National News
FBI Warns Russians Hacked Hundreds of Thousands of Routers
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is urging owners of home or office routers to turn them off and then on again and then to download updates for them over fears that many such devices have been compromised by Russian hackers. 
 
Physician Satisfaction Sites: It's Time to Tell Patients Not to Use Them as a Single Source of Information
According to new research, both negative and positive reviews of physicians on third-party rating sites can be misleading to consumers. 
 
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3 Ways to Gain—Not Lose—Efficiency with EHRs
Using delegation to split up the EHR workload and taking advantage of time-saving techniques can help physicians cut the time they spend using EHRs.
Editor’s Note: Don’t miss APMA’s Health IT resources on APMA.org.
 
Want to Cut Down on No-Shows and Improve Practice Efficiency? Text Your Patients
A new poll suggests that texting is the preferred and most effective method of reminding patients about their appointment, but it's important that text messages don't contain too much information. 
 
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Health-Care Groups Mixed on Proposed Direct Provider Contracting Model
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation is receiving both positive and negative responses from healthcare groups related to its Direct Provider Contracting model. 
 
U.S. Supreme Court Case Could Limit Physician Referral Power
A new case before the U.S. Supreme Court could have implications for the ability of physicians to refer patients to out-of-network providers. 
 
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What Patients are Reading
Coping With Diabetic Nerve Pain
Those experiencing diabetic nerve pain in their feet should consult a podiatrist for help with their condition.
Editor's note: Studies prove care by a podiatrist helps prevent diabetes complications and saves health-care outcomes and spending.
 
What Every Runner Needs to Know About Pronation
Getting the right shoes, exercising and stretching properly and considering orthotics can help address issues related to pronation. 
 
Your Feet Swell So Much in the Heat You Could Be Wearing the Wrong Shoe Size, Experts Say
Wearing shoes that are too small can lead to corns, blisters and fungal infections. 
 
These Are the Healthiest Shoes To Wear, According to Scientists
Some evidence suggests that minimal shoes with flexible soles can lead to stronger feet and reduce the incidence of flat feet.
Editor's note: Recommend APMA Seal products to your patients.
 
Tips to Keep Your Feet Healthy and Pain Free
Exercise, daily foot cleaning, and not wearing the same pair of shoes every day can help keep feet healthy. 
 
Shifting Gender Balance: Physician Shortfall Necessitates Changes in Healthcare Recruiting
With the shortage of physicians likely to worsen in the coming years, developing more effective methods of recruiting and retaining female physicians in particular has become more important than ever. 
 
How Physicians Can Develop EQ
Improving skills related to emotional intelligence can help physicians in a number of ways, both personal and professional. 
 
FDA to Launch Medical Device 'Innovation Challenge' to Combat Opioid Crisis
The Food and Drug Administration has announced a new innovation challenges intended to encourage the development of medical devices to address the nation's opioid crisis.
Editor’s note: APMA has created an Opioid Use and Abuse Prevention resource just for members.
 
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Disclaimer: Stories from sources other than APMA do not necessarily reflect APMA positions or policies. APMA does not endorse these stories. This content appears in the News Brief to enhance members' understanding of how media coverage shapes perceptions of podiatric medicine, and to educate members about what their patients, legislators and other healthcare professionals are seeing in the media.
 

 

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