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In a recent speech, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar addressed Medicare Part D and said the agency is paying attention to physician input regarding drug pricing.

 

Editor’s note: APMA provides reimbursement resources and Medicare resources at APMA.org.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/azar-to-docs-hhs-listening-to-feedback-its-medicare-reforms-aimed-at-drug-price to view the full article online.

 
In an analysis of quality measures, researchers found little evidence of improved care in areas with greater levels of integration.

Visit https://www.ajmc.com/focus-of-the-week/hospital-physician-integration-does-not-improve-care-quality-patient-satisfaction-study-says to view the full article online.

 
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' Office of the Actuary projects that spending on health-care will grow at an increasing rate.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/us-healthcare-spending-growth-to-hit-55-by-2027-cms-predicts/548795/ to view the full article online.

 
With the average age of physicians increasing steadily, it's important to be prepared for the transition.

 

Editor’s note: Get info on selling or closing a practice on the APMA Career Center

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/business/physician-retirement to view the full article online.

 
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Eliminating barriers for patients and personalizing the message are among the ways to improve patient engagement.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/technology/whats-best-way-engage-patients-their-care to view the full article online.

 
Over the past 10 years, the number of False Claims Act cases in health-care has grown substantially.

Visit https://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20190216/NEWS/190219949/new-justice-dept-policies-ag-may-mute-false-claims-act-whistleblowers to view the full article online.

 
What Patients are Reading
Podiatrists can help patients address a number of common conditions related to their feet and ankles.

 

Editor’s note: APMA provides a page aimed at the public explaining podiatry. Visit “What is a Podiatrist?” on APMA.org and share widely.

Visit https://www.craigdailypress.com/news/living-well-foundational-issues-are-foot-ankle-problems-keeping-you-down/ to view the full article online.

 
A well-cushioned arch and support under the forefoot are among several things to look for in a running shoe suitable for flat feet.

 

Editor’s note: See APMA’s running shoe guide for different arch types on APMA.org.

Visit https://www.prevention.com/fitness/workout-clothes-gear/g26328202/best-running-shoes-for-flat-feet/ to view the full article online.

 
Foot conditions resulting from pregnancy can include collapsed arches and swelling.

Visit https://www.phillyvoice.com/swelling-painful-feet-solutions-most-common-foot-problems-pregnancy/ to view the full article online.

 
Applying cold, wet cloths to the itchy area and regularly using moisturizers are two remedies for itchy feet.

 

Editor's note: Share APMA’s athlete's foot info page with your patients.

Visit https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324473.php to view the full article online.

 
Certain exercises can help strengthen the muscles around the ankle to help prevent injury.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s Sprains, Strains, and Fractures info with your patients.

Visit https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a26412541/ankle-strengthening-exercises/ to view the full article online.

 
While cyberattacks have become common in health-care, there has been some progress in terms of cybersecurity efforts, according to a new report.

 

Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources, including EHR advice and much more. Free to members!

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/significant-cybersecurity-incidents-are-near-universal-experience-us-healthcare-himss to view the full article online.

 
A greater focus on physician wellness at the institutional level is important in combatting the problem of burnout.

 

Editor’s note: Have you checked out APMA’s new Physician Well-Being resources? Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for help managing burnout, work–life balance, and more.

Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/how-stanford-s-wellmd-center-aims-to-fight-physician-burnout.html to view the full article online.

 
A survey of patients found that cost was strongly related to overal patient satisfaction with physicians and hospitals.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/providers-arent-talking-patients-about-costs-and-its-affecting-patient-satisfaction-visitpay to view the full article online.

 
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