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An upcoming cut in Medicare rates could result in a number of negative effects for patients, according to a new survey of physician practices.

 

Editor’s note: See APMA’s Medicare Resources for information on reimbursement issues, compliance, and medical economic data. 

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/medicare-8-5-payment-cut-could-lead-to-reductions-in-services-for-patients to view the full article online.

 
Driven by patient demand, telehealth use is likely to persist well into the future, according to some experts.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/why-telehealth-will-be-part-post-pandemic-health-care-ecosystem to view the full article online.

 

Among the keys to a culture of patient safety are teamwork and mutual respect.

 

Editor's note: For more articles like this, visit www.apma.org/softskills.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/amplify-a-culture-of-safety-in-your-medical-practice to view the full article online.

 
The acquisition of health-care companies by private equity firms has increased sharply since 2010, according to a new report.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/private-equity-investments-healthcare-are-increasing-ahip-says to view the full article online.

 
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Physician burnout rates had been on the decrease until the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research.

 

Editor's note: September is suicide prevention awareness month. Take advantage of APMA's suicide prevention resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing.

Visit https://ehrintelligence.com/news/clinician-burnout-reaches-new-high-during-covid-19-after-6-year-decline to view the full article online.

 

High rates of medication non-adherence among patients with chronic conditions have resulted in a large number of hospitalizations and deaths, according to research.

 

Editor's note: Check out expert advice on communicating with your patients in a way that can increase medication adherence: part one and part two.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/addressing-barriers-to-medication-adherence to view the full article online.

 

The increase in unemployment rates among health-care workers was less than for workers in other fields during the pandemic, according to new research.

 

Editor's note: Take charge of your career with the help of the APMA Career Center.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/healthcare-job-losses-pandemic-JAMA-research-unemployment/632172/ to view the full article online.

 
Being careful with one's words on social media is important for physicians in avoiding allegations of defamation.

Visit https://www.physiciansweekly.com/proactively-avoiding-a-potential-defamation-lawsuit to view the full article online.

 
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One's choice of footwear can help in reducing the pain associated with plantar fasciitis.

 

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.runnersworld.com/gear/g41233443/plantar-fasciitis-shoes/ to view the full article online.

 
Toe spacers can help to reduce friction and provide comfort for those with certain foot conditions.

Visit https://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-toe-separators-and-spacers/ to view the full article online.

 
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