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Physician groups continue to press for a delay to the expected cuts in Medicare payments in 2023.

 

Editor's note: APMA is reviewing the rule and will provide full analysis to members as necessary.

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/doctor-groups-turn-heat-congress-halt-2023-pay-cuts-after-final-cms-rule to view the full article online.

 
Health care gained 53,000 jobs in October, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/bureau-labor-statistics-healthcare-jobs-hospitals-BLS-COVID-October/635819/ to view the full article online.

 
Switching to lower-cost generics could lead to significant reductions in health-care spending, according to new research.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/swapping-out-high-cost-generics-may-save-patients-almost-90 to view the full article online.

 

Negotiating as part of an organization can lead to increased bargaining power for physicians in private practice, according to one expert.

 

Editor’s note: Check out our contract negotiation presentation and more member resources in APMA’s Young Physician Transition Series.  

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/private-practices/contracting-private-practices-can-find-strength-numbers to view the full article online.

 
Beginning visits on time and personalizing one's interactions with patients are among the tips for fostering patient loyalty.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/6-tips-to-boost-your-telehealth-patients-loyalty to view the full article online.

 

The CDC has released a new clinical practice guideline for the prescribing of opioids for pain.

 

Editor’s note: Check out APMA's Essentials Bundle, a collection of six, 1.0 CECH courses on a variety of non-clinical subjects, including opioids, frequently required for state licensure. 

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/cdcs-updated-opioid-prescribing-guidance-gives-providers-more-leeway to view the full article online.

 
When considering options for malpractice insurance, it's important to understand the different types of insurance available.

 

Editor’s note: APMA provides Informed Consent Tips for Podiatrists for members.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/abcs-malpractice-insurance to view the full article online.

 
Reducing the burden of EHR documentation could help in decreasing the prevalence of physician burnout, according to a new study.

Visit https://ehrintelligence.com/features/how-ehr-innovation-platforms-cut-clinician-burnout-for-value-based-care to view the full article online.

 
What Patients are Reading

Stability and a wide toe box are important considerations in footwear for those with bunions.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s bunion fact sheet with your patients. 

Visit https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/g41745958/shoes-for-bunions/ to view the full article online.

 

Supportive footwear is especially important for nurses who spend most of the day on their feet.

 

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://nurse.org/articles/best-shoes-for-nurses-plantar-fasciitis/ to view the full article online.

 

Shoes with extra cushioning, support, and the ability to accommodate swelling can be of benefit to those dealing with diabetes.

 

Editor’s note: APMA marks Diabetes Awareness Month with an expanded “It’s Time” public education campaign targeting Asian women, particularly Indian women, with diabetes.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/health/body/best-shoes-for-people-with-diabetes/ to view the full article online.

 
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