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Remaining up to date with software patches is a critical component of effective cybersecurity for health-care organizations.

 

Editor’s note: Read APMA’s response to Stark, anti-kickback statute proposals and what the association recommended regarding cybersecurity technology.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/tech/healthcare-organizations-facing-double-barreled-cyber-threat-from-microsoft-vulnerabilities to view the full article online.

 

The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology has released an updated version of its Health IT Playbook for physician practices.

 

Editor’s note: Read APMA’s issue brief on telehealth and get help selecting an EHR system with APMA’s Health IT resource page.

Visit https://www.healthdatamanagement.com/news/onc-updates-health-it-playbook-to-facilitate-ehr-implementation-for-practices to view the full article online.

 
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The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against expediting a decision regarding the Affordable Care Act.

 

Editor's note: Visit APMA's health-care reform page to learn more about key provisions in the ACA for podiatrists and more.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/supreme-court-declines-to-quickly-hear-aca-case/570623/ to view the full article online.

 
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As digital marketing continues to evolve, it can pay to remain up to date with the latest trends.

 

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.mdmag.com/physicians-money-digest/lifestyle/digital-marketing-strategies-for-physicians to view the full article online.

 

While a new report shows a slight decrease in burnout since 2015, the problem remains common among physicians across age groups.

 

Editor’s note: Feeling burned out? Our Physician Well-Being resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing can help members in all stages of their career.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/causes-physician-burnout-differ-generation-so-do-coping-strategies to view the full article online.

 
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Polydactyly is a rare condition that doesn’t always require a surgical solution.  

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s “When is Food Surgery Necessary?” info page with your patients and the general public www.apma.org/surgery.

Visit https://www.health.com/mind-body/woman-has-big-toe-removed-on-tlc-show-my-feet-are-killing-me to view the full article online.

 

The treatment used to address Morton’s neuroma depends on how severe the condition has become.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s “What is a Neuroma?” info page with your patients and the general public.

Visit https://journalstar.com/print/ragged_right/ask-the-doctors-morton-s-neuroma-hurts-feet/article_0c3edbb2-9717-5f1f-b409-50e7d672fe30.html to view the full article online.

 

Left untreated, foot ulcers resulting from diabetes can lead to serious problems.

 

Editor's note: Studies prove care by a podiatrist helps prevent diabetes complications and saves health-care outcomes and spending.

Visit https://www.dl-online.com/lifestyle/health/4866364-Frazee-man-thought-he-had-the-flu-a-week-later-his-leg-was-amputated to view the full article online.

 
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Cold weather can lead to a number of conditions affecting the feet, including chilblains, trench foot, and even frostbite.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s Winter Health Tips with your patients.

Visit http://www.mycaldwellcounty.com/news/frostbite-serious-coldweather-risk to view the full article online.

 
A new study reveals a wide variety of approaches to helping physicians more effective manage their inboxes.

Visit https://www.aafp.org/news/practice-professional-issues/20200121manageinbox.html to view the full article online.

 
Motivating team members in a physician practice need not be an expensive proposition, experts say.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/news/6-ways-motivate-your-practice-team to view the full article online.

 

Value-based care models are giving a boost to the adoption of remote patient monitoring technology.

 

Editor’s note: Don't Miss APMA's webinar, "MIPS PY 2020: Quality Performance Category," on January 28. Register now.

Visit https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/remote-patient-monitoring-gain-big-momentum-2020 to view the full article online.

 
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