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Staff retention and prior authorizations are among the challenges for physicians heading into the new year.

Visit https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/top-3-challenges-of-2022 to view the full article online.

 

New federal rules regarding surprise medical bills took effect at the start of 2022.

 

Editor's note: Register for APMA's free webinar that will take place on January 11, "No Surprises Act--What it Means for Your Practice," to learn how this rule affects your practice.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/hhs-protections-against-surprise-medical-bills-implemented-dawn-new-year to view the full article online.

 
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Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain in the morning.

 

Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’s past public education campaign on plantar fasciitis. The suite of member materials includes a tip-sheet and much more.  

Visit https://www.wellandgood.com/morning-heel-pain/ to view the full article online.

 

Foot odor can result from a number of factors, including excessive sweating as well as fungal and bacterial infections.

 

Editor’s note: Read these articles with APMA podiatrists in the news and journal articles covering foot conditions such as smelly feet

Visit https://www.verywellhealth.com/smelly-feet-5213643 to view the full article online.

 
An ankle brace can provide an extra level of support for those dealing with an ankle injury.

Visit https://www.health.com/fitness/best-ankle-braces to view the full article online.

 
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Seeking out a support group and exploring continuing education are among the tips for addressing burnout.

 

Editor’s note: Feeling burned out? Our Physician Well-Being resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing can help.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/article/how-to-cope-with-feelings-of-depression-and-burnout/6xNsQSRdson1n6rYnNxJU8 to view the full article online.

 
A recent study suggests that a significant percentage of physicians may hold erroneous beliefs regarding patients with disabilities.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/study-many-physicians-unaware-of-their-obligations-under-ada to view the full article online.

 
Flexibility and an appropriate level of detail are among the keys to effective planning for private practices.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/planning-in-private-practice to view the full article online.

 

Used correctly, telehealth has the potential to improve patient access and outcomes.

 

Editor's note: APMA has resources for members navigating telehealth during the COVID-19 public health crisis. 

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/tech/industry-voices-innovation-engine-for-virtual-care-4-lessons-from-clinic-by-cleveland-clinican to view the full article online.

 
Recalling one's reasons for becoming a physician in the first place is one of the suggestions for those who are feeling jaded.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/7-cures-for-the-jaded-physician-in-2022 to view the full article online.

 
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