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A report based on data from nearly 400 medical groups found a decline of 11 percent in compensation per work unit in 2021 compared to the previous year.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/provider-compensation-pandemic-recedes-pay-work-unit-declines to view the full article online.

 
Telehealth advocates remain divided regarding how to resolve the patchwork of state licensure requirements.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/cross-state-telemedicine-waivers-expire-virtual-care-advocates-focus/625389/ to view the full article online.

 

A new report concludes that health inequities are costing more than $300 billion per year in health-care spending, and the cost is likely to continue to increase.

 


Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/report-everyone-ends-up-paying-for-health-inequities to view the full article online.

 

Consistently monitoring reviews is an important part of maintaining a positive social media presence.

 

Editor’s note: Check out APMA's article on what you need to know about physician review websites.

Visit https://www.healio.com/news/ophthalmology/20220613/how-do-you-deal-with-negative-reviews to view the full article online.

 

Learning to identify symptoms of burnout in oneself and one's colleagues is an important first step in addressing the problem.

 

Editor's note: APMA has physician well-being resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing. 

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/addressing-physician-burnout-five-solutions-for-health-care-workers to view the full article online.

 

A number of requirements are important to keep in mind when applying for different types of small business loans.

 

Editor’s note: Check out APMA’s “How To Be Your Own Boss” resources, which include advice on securing your finances, a sample business plan, and much more. 

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/small-business-loan-documentation-requirements-for-medical-practices to view the full article online.

 

Some physicians are opting not to see patients who have not received a COVID-19 vaccination.

 

Editor's note: APMA members have access to our suite of COVID-19 physician resources.

Visit https://www.physiciansweekly.com/how-to-navigate-caring-for-unvaccinated-patients to view the full article online.

 
Results from a new survey revealed a high percentage of patients who either deferred seeking health-care or canceled appointments with providers.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/40-employees-deferred-healthcare-past-two-years to view the full article online.

 
What Patients are Reading
The terrain, weather and one's own foot health are factors to consider when selecting footwear for hiking.

Visit https://www.consumerreports.org/footwear/how-to-pick-the-right-hiking-boots-a8555338601/ to view the full article online.

 
Foot health tips for the summer months include using sun protection and changing socks regularly.

Visit https://www.thezoereport.com/beauty/podiatrist-foot-care-tips to view the full article online.

 

Checking for proper fit as well as support and grip are important factors when assessing sandals.

 

Editor’s note: Filter your search to find APMA seal approved and accepted sandals at www.apma.org/seal.  

Visit https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/best-sandals-for-walking/ to view the full article online.

 
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