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According to a new study, male physicians were nearly a third more likely than female physicians to refer a patient to a male surgeon. Editor's note: Visit www.apma.org/softskills for more articles about the non-clinical, human side of practicing medicine. Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/male-physicians-refer-patients-to-male-surgeons-at-disproportionate-rate-study-finds.html to view the full article online. |
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Rising supply costs have contributed to a rise in physician expenses, according to a new report.
Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/physician-revenue-productivity-came-roaring-back-third-quarter-but-expenses-also-notching to view the full article online. |
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Taking stock of one's real estate holdings can be a good idea for physicians who are nearing their retirement. Editor’s note: Retiring? List items for sale on APMA’s Buyers’ Guide and let APMA’s Closing a Practice guide help you through the retirement process. Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/career-development/time-unload-real-estate-factors-senior-doctors-consider to view the full article online. |
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Training staff appropriately is one of the tips for reducing the risk of falling prey to a cyberattack.
Visit https://www.physiciansweekly.com/prevent-your-practice-from-being-hacked to view the full article online. |
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Shoes that reduce the likelihood of chafing can be a good choice for those dealing with diabetes. Editor’s note: November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and APMA’s public education campaign, “Es Hora,” is designed to reach one of our most at-risk patient populations: Hispanic males. The educational materials for patients includes our podiatrist-approved products for managing and treating diabetes. Visit https://footwearnews.com/feature/best-shoes-diabetics-1203199614/ to view the full article online. |
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Going barefoot for extended periods can lead to changes in the feet. Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted products and recommend them to your patients. Visit https://www.health.com/mind-body/feet-changes-during-pandemic to view the full article online. |
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Checking for the proper fit is a key to purchasing the right walking shoes.
Visit https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/g28692275/best-walking-shoes-for-men/ to view the full article online. |
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From front-office staff to billing, using specific metrics can help in evaluating performance.
Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/10-metrics-to-help-evaluate-performance-of-your-medical-practice-staff to view the full article online. |
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The vaccination deadline is nearing for those who work in facilities that accept Medicare and Medicaid payments. Editor's note: Read APMA's news coverage for members about the Biden Administration's release of two rules related to mandatory vaccination against COVID-19. Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/healthcare-workers-must-be-fully-vaccinated-january-4 to view the full article online. |
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Settling on a firm mission and vision is an important first step in beginning an independent practice.
Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/five-steps-to-start-your-own-independent-practice to view the full article online. |
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Existing medical debt is a significant reason some patients delay or avoid seeking care, according to a new survey.
Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/patients-defer-healthcare-existing-medical-debt-transunion/609759/ to view the full article online. |