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It's important to thoroughly assess the potential risks as well as benefits to becoming a partner in a physician practice, according to a pair of attorneys.

 

Editor’s note: Take charge of your career with the APMA Career Center and APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/article/what-to-know-before-signing-on-as-a-partner-in-a-practice/5duUKs2wZ9cGY3N8mOJyhu to view the full article online.

 

New research suggests that the amount of time required for physicians to stay current about clinical advancements could be contributing to burnout.

 

Editor’s note: For physicians, learning doesn't stop at graduation. APMA has you covered, from brushing up on your clinical skills to understanding the latest reimbursement models. 

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/physicians-struggling-stay-top-clinical-advancements to view the full article online.

 

In addition to anticipated implementation costs, installing a new electronic health record can involve a number of indirect costs as well.

 

Editor’s Note: Take advantage of APMA’s EHR Decision Guide for DPMs for members only. 

Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/ehrs/how-the-costs-of-an-ehr-install-can-add-up-according-to-3-health-it-execs.html to view the full article online.

 

Understanding one's own value and prioritizing what's most important are among the recommendations when negotiating an employment contract.

 

Editor’s note:  The APMA Career Center has everything you need for the next step in your career, including compensation studies. 

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/three-ways-to-better-negotiate-your-physician-employment-contract to view the full article online.

 
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Navigating payer contracts and insurance policies are among the important considerations when starting a private practice

 

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.ama-assn.org/practice-management/private-practices/follow-these-7-steps-when-starting-your-physician-private to view the full article online.

 
More than 115,000 physicians left health-care last year, according to a new report.

Visit https://www.advisory.com/daily-briefing/2022/10/25/workplace-departures to view the full article online.

 
A new study suggests several reasons why some physicians hesitate to treat patients with disabilities.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/physicians-hesitate-treat-patients-disabilities-health-affairs-finds to view the full article online.

 

Training staff on cybersecurity is an important part of protecting one's practice.

 

Editor’s note: As an APMA member, you qualify for discounted cybersecurity policy options through PICA, a ProAssurance Company.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/cybersecurity-best-practices-for-your-healthcare-practice-start-with-education to view the full article online.

 
What Patients are Reading

Stability and arch support are important qualities in a winter hiking boot.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s Tips on Choosing Boots with your patients. 

Visit https://people.com/best-hiking-boots-for-women-6754394 to view the full article online.

 

Staying hydrated and wearing moisture-wicking socks can help those prone to sweaty feet.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s information on sweaty feet and its symptoms with your patients. 

Visit https://www.glam.com/1057329/heres-how-to-prevent-uncomfortable-sweaty-feet/ to view the full article online.

 
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