In a final rule, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced that Medicare Part D plans will be required to provide drug pricing information to clinicians electronically.
Intended for homologous use in the treatment acute and chronic wounds, EpiFix allografts may be stored at ambient conditions for up to 5 years and are available in a variety of sizes. Explore the use of EpiFix® in your wound treatment applications.
Discussing financial issues with patients upfront can help to head off problems that might arise later on.
Editor’s note: APMA has tips for DPMs on communicating with patients about out-of-network status and physician termination from Medicare Advantage plans.
The survey of 400 residents indicated that only 2% were interested in starting their own practice.
Editor’s note: You’ll find job listings for a variety of practice arrangement types, including of hospital-based employment opportunities, at the APMA Career Center. APMA’s Young Physicians’ Transition Series is also here to help residents at each stage in their career.
Workplace solutions for physician burnout can include setting realistic workloads and fostering a supportive environment, according to an expert.
Editor’s note: Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for American Psychological Association’s guide to resilience and coping mechanisms more burnout resources to help you.
Podiatrists are the experts when it comes to treating the full range of conditions related to feet and ankles.
Editor’s note: Let your enthusiasm for this year’s spring foot health awareness campaign continue all year. Keep using the hashtag #OperateLikeaDPM on social media and visit www.apma.org/foothealth for details and resources.
Developing a plan for remodeling, evaluating financing options, and deciding how to work while changes are being made are among the considerations when exploring a practice makeover.
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