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(THE CONVERSATION) Adults are sitting more than ever, and few pay attention to how they sit throughout the day.
Editor's note: Studies prove care by a podiatrist helps prevent diabetes complications and saves health-care outcomes and spending. Visit https://wtop.com/national/2018/06/sitting-and-diabetes-in-older-adults-does-timing-matter/ to view the full article online. |
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Nearly 50 health IT stakeholders are calling on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services (CMS) to expand reimbursement for remote monitoring services in its next physician payment rule.
Editor’s note: APMA's Medicare resources are free to members at APMA.org. Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/physician-practice-roundup-cms-reimbursement-remote-monitoring to view the full article online. |
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Research has shown that feedback on antimicrobial prescribing practices can reduce prescription rates, according to researches.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/apm-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=508460&issueID=57440 to view the full article online. |
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The American Medical Association is weighing in on the potential of what is called "augmented intelligence" in fields such as radiology and the practice of medicine by clinicians.
Visit https://www.healthdatamanagement.com/news/ama-issues-policy-statement-on-use-of-augmented-intelligence to view the full article online. |
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As insurance companies shift more reimbursement away from fee-for-service medicine, doctors and their practices are seeing more of their bonuses and pay hikes based on "value-based metrics such as patient satisfaction and outcome measures," new reports on physician compensation indicate.
Editor’s note: Check out the new APMA Registry. The data collected can be used to demonstrate the value of care by a podiatrist. Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2018/06/18/more-doctor-pay-tied-to-patient-satisfaction-and-outcomes/#1ed6f2d1504a to view the full article online. |
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Shoes are necessary to complete most outfits—but humans may actually be better off without them.
Visit https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/shoes-comfortable-good-for-you-bad-health-footwear-high-heels-sneakers-minimal-a8379826.html to view the full article online. |
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One in three adults over 65 will have at least one fall a year—and they are the most common cause of injury-related deaths in people over 75.
Visit http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-5857631/How-secret-longer-life-feet.html to view the full article online. |
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If left untreated, cracked heels can worsen and lead to infections. The best approach is prevention.
Visit https://www.healthbreakingnews.net/2018/05/4-ways-to-fix-your-cracked-heels-at-home/ to view the full article online. |
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We all know the importance of regular eye tests and dental check-ups, but what about those forgotten foot soldiers that pound the pavements every day?
Visit https://www.netdoctor.co.uk/beauty/a20881314/11-things-a-podiatrist-really-wants-you-to-know/ to view the full article online. |
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While sandals are a summer staple, for people with diabetes and resulting neuropathy, sandals can also be a cause for concern as debris and rocks or pebbles can easily injure delicate feet.
Editor's note: Recommend APMA Seal products to your patients. Visit http://www.thetelegram.com/more/safe-summer-footwear-is-essential-216917/ to view the full article online. |
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As value-based reimbursement prepares to enter the outpatient setting, little is known about medical offices' preparedness to face this challenge.
Visit https://www.ajmc.com/journals/ajac/2018/2018-vol6-n2/are-medical-offices-ready-for-valuebased-reimbursement-staff-perceptions-of-a-workplace-climate-for-value-and-efficiency to view the full article online. |
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Medical students are residents are not effectively using electronic health records because they continue to receive insufficient training on the systems as part of their formal professional education.
Editor’s Note: Let APMA’s EHR resources help you choose an EHR system that’s right for your practice. Visit https://www.healthdatamanagement.com/news/ama-medical-students-residents-receive-insufficient-ehr-training to view the full article online. |