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Increasing demand has led to considerable competition for physicians in their last year of residency.

 

Editor’s note: Hire the best and brightest on APMA Career Center. Residents, learn how to be your own boss with APMA’s infographic on starting a practice.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/news/competition-fierce-new-physicians-entering-practice to view the full article online.

 
When weighing whether to go with private equity, it's important to consider the potential value to the practice and why such an arrangement might or might not be advantageous.

Visit https://www.urologytimes.com/article/why-private-equity-right-some-not-all-practices to view the full article online.

 
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Lack of diversity in the physician workforce may play a role in some physicians scaling back their hours or leaving the profession.

Visit https://www.thecardiologyadvisor.com/home/topics/practice-management/how-do-disparities-in-the-physician-workforce-affect-patients/ to view the full article online.

 
Adoption of telehealth services continues to grow, according to a new report.

 

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.

Visit https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/patient-experience-evolving-providers-embrace-telehealth to view the full article online.

 
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The Department of Health and Human Services has opened an inquiry into Google's health data collection efforts.

Visit https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/12/tech/google-project-nightingale-federal-inquiry/index.html to view the full article online.

 
New research on physician engagement finds engagement highest among new physicians.

Visit https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/clinical-care/10-ways-boost-physician-engagement to view the full article online.

 
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Some shoes may look stylish but aren’t a good choice for all-day wear.

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Among the tips for cold weather are wearing shoes that can accommodate thick socks and offer adequate stability.

Visit https://www.wifr.com/content/news/Podiatrists-offer-advice-to-keep-our-feet-warm-during-the-winter--564693391.html to view the full article online.

 
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Foot ulcers are an unfortunately common problem among veterans with diabetes.

 

Editor’s note: Visit www.apma.org/diabetes for Diabetes Awareness Campaign materials! APMA made history in 2018, have language from the VA Provider Equity Act included in the MISSION Act.

Visit https://www.statnews.com/2019/11/11/diabetic-foot-ulcers-veterans-silent-killer/ to view the full article online.

 
Proper arch and ankle support are among the qualities to look for in running shoes for those dealing with plantar fasciitis.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s heel pain information with your patients.

Visit https://www.bustle.com/p/the-5-best-running-shoes-for-plantar-fasciitis-19196647 to view the full article online.

 
Prior authorizations, burnout, and negotiating contracts with payers are among the top challenges, according to one expert.

 

Editor’s note: APMA provides private insurance resources for members. Feeling burned out? Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/internal-medicine/article/4972 to view the full article online.

 
According to a new survey, 40% of health-care consumers report difficulty in paying insurance premiums

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/americans-cutting-back-monthly-expenses-afford-healthcare-premiums to view the full article online.

 
The internet is the top source of information for patients researching potential health-care providers, according to new research.

 

Editor’s note: Learn how to get your practice online and cultivate content, and check out sample letter and tips to help you communicate with patients about out-of-network status and more.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/news/how-todays-patients-select-access-healthcare-providers to view the full article online.

 
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