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Some members of the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission support the idea of standardizing outpatient payments across care settings. Editor’s note: See APMA’s Medicare Resources for information on reimbursement issues. Visit https://www.medpagetoday.com/practicemanagement/reimbursement/95582 to view the full article online. |
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The Medical Group Management Association has asked Congress to hold a hearing on putting a stop to the Medicare cuts scheduled to take effect in 2022.
Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/news/mgma-call-on-congress-to-prevent-impending-medicare-cuts to view the full article online. |
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Increasing physician autonomy in the workplace is one potential way to address the problem of physician burnout at the organizational level. Editor's note: Visit www.apma.org/wellbeing for resources to help you. Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/physician-health/covid-19-put-new-emphasis-need-physician-burnout-solutions to view the full article online. |
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Tips for increasing patient visits include making scheduling more flexible and improving marketing efforts.
Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/6-ways-to-get-more-patients to view the full article online. |
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Good traction and a low heel are among the qualities to look for in a winter boot. Editor’s note: Share APMA’s Tips on Choosing Boots with your patients. Visit https://www.prevention.com/fitness/a20497742/best-winter-boots-for-women/ to view the full article online. |
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Choosing the right shoes for one's foot type can help to prevent injuries from running. Editor’s note: Recommend APMA’s running shoe guide for different arch types and APMA Seal-Accepted products to your patients. Visit https://www.askmen.com/fitness/workout/best-running-shoes-for-high-arches.html to view the full article online. |
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While a number of products are available to address foot-arch pain, if pain persists, it's important to seek care from a podiatric physician.
Visit https://www.wfla.com/reviews/br/health-wellness-br/home-diagnostics-br/10-solutions-for-foot-arch-pain/ to view the full article online. |
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Practice management data can be of use in a number of ways, including measuring productivity. Editor’s note: Learn more about these topics in APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources. Visit https://medcitynews.com/2021/11/5-things-you-can-do-with-your-practice-management-data/ to view the full article online. |
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A significant number of potential patients have avoided scheduling health-care services because of cost, according to a recent survey.
Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/patients-still-skipping-medical-treatments to view the full article online. |
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A majority of physicians who responded to a recent survey indicated that they were concerned that telehealth inhibited their ability to spot signs of drug abuse in patients.
Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/digital-health/report-most-physicians-worry-telehealth-made-them-miss-signs-drug-abuse-during to view the full article online. |
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Updating one's designated beneficiaries and making charitable donations are among the year-end financial tips.
Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/2021-year-end-financial-planning-checklist to view the full article online. |