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Healthcare Dive

On average, clinical notes increased in length by more than eight percent over the past three years, according to a new report.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/outpatient-providers-writing-longer-notes-despite-overhaul/686312/ to view the full article online.

 
Physicians Practice

Common reasons for a claim denial include the submission of a duplicate claim when a practice hasn't received payment and patients who haven't met their annual deductible.

 

Editor's note: Thanks to APMA's advocacy, Aetna has informed APMA that effective July 23, it will drop its external review program regarding use of -59 Modifier when submitted with CPT 11719-11721, G0127, and 11055-11057.

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/top-13-reasons-for-claim-denials?slide=1 to view the full article online.

 

American Medical Association

Effective training can help physicians transition into leadership roles in their organization.

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/physician-health/when-doctors-take-leadership-roles-right-coaching-can-help to view the full article online.

 
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Becker's Hospital Review

Clinicians who responded to a recent survey indicated that addressing workflow issues at the organization level is an important step in reducing burnout.

 

Editor's note: APMA provides members with physician wellbeing resources at www.apma.org/wellbeing

Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/the-burnout-interventions-that-will-retain-clinicians.html to view the full article online.

 

Healthcare Finance News

Results from a new survey indicate that a large number of Americans are choosing to avoid health-care screening.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/one-four-skip-wellness-appointments-regular-checkups to view the full article online.

 
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Physicians Weekly

Tips for helping patients better cope with health-care costs include considering generic medications and suggesting social service programs they might not be aware of.

 

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

Visit https://www.physiciansweekly.com/how-can-we-help-patients-when-they-cant-afford-care/ to view the full article online.

 

Healthcare Finance News

The health-care sector is among the industry leaders in job cuts since the first half of 2022, according to new data

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/healthcare-job-cuts-increase-97-2022 to view the full article online.

 
Medical Economics

Attracting new patients and staying current with trends in health-care are among the most common ways physicians are using social media.

 

Editor's note: Check out APMA's social media tips for members and be sure to follow APMA's social media channels.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/how-other-doctors-are-using-social-media-to-benefit-their-practice to view the full article online.

 
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U.S. News & World Report

Because travel often involves more walking than travelers might anticipate, it's important to choose comfortable, supportive footwear for trips.

 

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

Visit https://travel.usnews.com/features/the-best-walking-shoes-for-travel to view the full article online.

 
VeryWell Fit

While genetic factors raise the risk of developing bunions, wearing poorly fitting shoes can make the condition worse.

 

Editor’s note: Point your patients to www.apma.org/bunions for more information on treatment and prevention.  

Visit https://www.verywellfit.com/what-are-bunions-7551387 to view the full article online.

 

OSF HealthCare

Using clippers improperly can lead to ingrown toenails.

Visit https://newsroom.osfhealthcare.org/mind-your-toenail-clippers/ to view the full article online.

 
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