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In a new report to Congress, the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission made a number of recommendations with regard to coverage and reimbursement for telehealth services.

 

Editor's note: The telehealth section of APMA's COVID-19 Resource Page has information to help podiatrists navigate this ever-evolving tool.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/medpac-recommends-continuation-telehealth-limited-time to view the full article online.

 
With the possibility that some telehealth-related regulatory waivers might expire, it's a good idea to stay up to date on what's happening at the state level in terms of regulation.

Visit https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/now-time-providers-be-proactive-about-telehealth to view the full article online.

 
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A recent study has found that streamlining flowsheet functionality can help to reduce the burden of documentation for clinicians.

 

Editor’s note: Feeling overwhelmed with rising technology requirements? APMA has Physician Well-Being resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/optimized-ehr-flowsheets-found-reduce-clinician-burden-burnout to view the full article online.

 

To make better use of one's existing EHR, it can help to focus on core areas of importance to a physician practice.

 

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.medicaleconomics.com/view/improving-ehr-usability-requires-focusing-on-four-core-areas to view the full article online.

 
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Getting a handle on local search engine optimization can help your practice reach more customers.

 

Editor’s note: How to get your practice online and cultivate content, social media tips, and more. Also see our practice management and reimbursement resources

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/best-practices-for-managing-your-practice-and-provider-listings-in-organic-search to view the full article online.

 
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Visit https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-sprained-ankle-to-heal to view the full article online.

 

Choosing the right athletic shoes for one's foot can reduce the risk of a number of foot conditions.

 

Editor's note: Tell your patients about APMA's list of athletic shoes given the APMA Seal of Acceptance

Visit https://www.phillyvoice.com/how-choose-running-shoes-best-fitting-cross-trainers-/ to view the full article online.

 
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A new report suggests that most large hospitals are not in compliance with new rules regarding price transparency.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/majority-of-largest-hospitals-unambiguously-noncompliant-with-revealing-p/596875/ to view the full article online.

 
Taking advantage of vacation time, working with a coach or therapist and practicing mindfulness are among the tips for dealing with burnout.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/physiciansense/how-to-overcome-burnout-without-taking-a-break-from-your-career/ to view the full article online.

 
Communicating empathy and enthusiasm effectively can lead to improved patient satisfaction with your practice.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/displaying-empathy-and-enthusiasm-in-your-medical-practice to view the full article online.

 
Moving into executive leadership roles can be a difficult transition for some physicians.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/emerging-physician-leaders-go-beyond-the-mba to view the full article online.

 
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