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Current trends for physician practices include a wider array of payment options for patients and the increasing use of process automation, according to a new report.

Visit https://www.managedhealthcareexecutive.com/view/healthcare-trends-that-could-make-an-impact-on-medical-practices-in-2023 to view the full article online.

 

Some physician groups are encouraging the Biden administration to go further in its efforts to reform prior authorization.

 

Editor’s note: In our comment letter to CMS, APMA expressed strong support for CMS’ proposed updated rules surrounding utilization management—particularly around prior authorization. 

Visit https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/providers-want-more-cms-prior-authorization-reform-after-proposed-changes to view the full article online.

 
The number of people with medical debt declined by more than eight million from 2020 to 2022, according to a new federal report.

Visit https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/white-house-reports-nearly-18-percent-drop-in-people-with-medical-debt to view the full article online.

 

Taking steps such as streamlining the interview process can help in attracting top-quality employees.

 

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

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/investing-in-employees-today-will-keep-your-practice-healthy to view the full article online.

 
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When incorporating digital technology into one's practice, it's important to keep the physician-patient relationship at center stage.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/6-essential-steps-closing-digital-health-disconnect to view the full article online.

 

Physicians with a prior paid medical malpractice claim are more likely to have additional claims in the future, according to a new study.

 

Editor’s note: APMA provides Medical Liability/Malpractice Reform resources for members. 

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/paid-medical-malpractice-claims-may-hint-at-more-to-come to view the full article online.

 
CMS will test three new models intended to lower prescription drug costs.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/biden-cms-drug-pricing-experiment-model-accelerated-approval/642853/ to view the full article online.

 
Even if the Federal Trade Commission moves forward in forbidding non-compete agreements, it could be a long time before a final rule takes effect.

Visit https://www.mdlinx.com/article/how-proposed-ftc-ban-on-non-compete-agreements-could-affect-doctors/7Bsxnkpjb8vzeb0AgrtP9I to view the full article online.

 
What Patients are Reading

Checking for proper fit is especially important when choosing footwear for a running routine.

 

Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted products and recommend them to your patients. 

Visit https://www.oprahdaily.com/style/g42812989/best-running-shoes/ to view the full article online.

 

Supportive shoes can help to ease the foot pain that can arise during pregnancy.

 

Editor’s note: APMA members have access to our Prepare for Your Appointment resource for their patients.  

Visit https://www.glamour.com/gallery/best-shoes-for-pregnancy to view the full article online.

 
Even casual footwear should provide features such as adequate grip and stability.

Visit https://www.huffpost.com/entry/indoor-outdoor-slippers-amazon_l_63ea485ce4b07f036b9e62dd to view the full article online.

 
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