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January 9, 2020 In This Issue
National News
What PATIENTS Are Reading
National News
Among the expected issues for health-care in 2020 are lowering costs, the ramifications of price transparency rules, and telehealth.
 
Editor’s note: See APMA’s telehealth/telemedicine resource page for details on how this rapidly rising patient care method applies to you and your practice.
 
A panel of experts identified five practices to help physicians in their interactions with patients.
 
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Administrative costs account for a significant percentage of total health-care costs in the U.S., according to new research.
 
In selecting malpractice insurance that best meets the needs of one’s individual practice, it’s important to consider a number of factors.
 
Practice Fusion
NEW BALANCE ATHLETICS, INC.
While more people and institutions are aware of the problem of physician burnout, implementation of solutions has been slower in coming.
 
Editor’s note: Feeling burned out? Our Physician Well-Being resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing can help.
 
Some physicians contend that proposed changes to the Stark Law could result in greater administrative burdens.
 
Editor’s note: Read APMA’s Stark Law Issue Brief and learn more about the Stark law in APMA’s compliance materials section.
 
The Nature-Fit Difference
Tri Hawk International
Proprietary design addresses the insole issue: Rigid insoles do not allow the arch to move downward enough to fully handle the shock of a foot strike. Soft insoles collapse under pressure and cannot prevent the arch from flattening. Custom orthotics are designed to fit the patient’s flawed foot rather than make the foot healthy.
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What Patients are Reading
Among the self-care tips for nurses who spend all day on their feet are to choose supportive footwear and compression socks, and to consider soaking the feet with Epsom salt and water.
 
Stretching the feet after a long day of wearing high heels can help sore feet recover more quickly and may help to prevent longer-term damage.
 
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Tips for beginning runners include choosing footwear that is less likely to lead to injury.
 
Editor’s note: Share APMA’s guide to choosing running shoes with your patients.
 
Effective pre-visit planning can help patient encounters go more smoothly.
 
Actions such as making a will and establishing a financial power of attorney can help physicians protect their estate.
 
In addition to ongoing litigation over the Affordable Care Act, 2020 is likely to see more legal activity regarding price transparency and association health plans.
 
Ortho-Dynamics Orthotic Laboratory
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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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