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June 13, 2024 In This Issue
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What PATIENTS Are Reading
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American Medical Association President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld said physicians are fighting an “uphill battle” regarding topics like dwindling reimbursements, rising costs, burnout and prior authorization.
 
Editor’s Note: As a podiatrist, you deserve to be paid properly for the services you provide. APMA has created resources to guide you through the payment and reimbursement process for public and private plans. 
 
American Medical Association
The physician shortage has led to 83 million Americans lacking access to a primary care physician, and the populations at the highest risk are the greatest victims of the crisis.
 
Editor’s note: Create and post a CV; review practice survey results; and get information about starting, selling, or closing a practice on the APMA Career Center
 
Podiatry Today
Physicians must take care to confirm that patients have the capacity to follow through on prescribed medical plans needed to maintain their health.
 
Harvard Magazine
Smartphones have the potential to close the gap in access to concierge health-care services using apps that connect them with medical professionals.
 
Axios
Burnout, emotional exhaustion and insufficient staffing are leading to a mass exodus of health-care workers leaving the industry, leading to workforce shortages and burnout.
 
NPR
The Affordable Connectivity Program, which subsidizes internet connections for telehealth in rural communities and launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, is running out of money.
 
Medical Economics
Patient communication portals can help streamline a practices’ workflow, but it also has the potential to reduce physician burnout.
 
Editor’s note: Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for many resources to help you manage work–life balance and combat burnout.
 
Lower Extremity Review
Tai Chi is an effective training for older adults to avoid falls due to its “emphasis on coordination of whole-body movement and mind.”
 
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What Patients are Reading
MSN
Due to Tik-Tok, barefoot walking is gaining popularity, and it can have some potential health benefits.
 
Editor's note: See APMA's position statement on barefoot running.
 
Time Stamped
When standing all day, it’s best to wear shoes with quality support, cushioning, breathability and stability.
 
Buzzfeed
Supportive footwear is key to avoiding bout of pain caused by plantar fasciitis, and some people find that Birkenstocks help people with a low arch and wide flat feet.
 
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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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