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Coding Questions: Billing a Physical During a Follow-up
This month's coding questions include what to do with the ROS section of the EHR and whether or not to bill a physical during a follow-up.
Opioids and Medical Licensure Risks
Physicians need to be careful when it comes to prescribing opioids for many reasons including putting their medical license at risk.
Proposed Bipartisan Bill Finds Growing Support
On Thursday, 24 Senators reached agreement on a short-term bipartisan legislation bill that would help stabilize health insurance markets.
Twitter Reacts to HHS Secretary's Resignation
HHS secretary Tom Price resigned September 29 amid reports of using taxpayer dollars for chartered flights. Here are some of the best Twitter reactions.
HHS Secretary Flew Expensive Charter Flights, Report Says
HHS Secretary Tom Price has flown private charter planes and the expenses are adding up fast, with reports of travel costs now in excess of $300,000.
Celebrating 50 years of the PA Profession
As National PA Week approaches (Oct. 6-12), it's time to reflect on how far the profession has come in 50 years.
ACA Aside: 10 Other Health Policy Items to Consider
Health policy experts say there are numerous concerns, issues, and programs that need Congressional attention besides the Affordable Care Act.
Finding the True Meaning of Value in Healthcare
In her book, Halee Fischer-Wright says there has been misguided efforts to define value in healthcare and it needs to be re-examined.
The Doctors Who Defend MOC
Yul Ejnes, MD, and Eric Green, MD, are among the rare breed of physician who defend MOC. Here's why.
Why MOC Unites Physicians in Fury
Saying the words maintenance of certification will get a lot of long, angry stares in the physician community. Here are a few reasons why.
Physicians Take MOC Trials to the State Level
Physicians are taking their well-known disdain for maintenance of certification to state legislators. Has it made a difference?
Trump Says Opioid Crisis is National Emergency
President Trump called the opioid epidemic a national crisis, while vowing to spend time, effort, and money to fix it.
Physicians Hesitant to Retire, Study Finds
A new study from CompHealth found that late-career physicians are hesitant to retire due to continuing to feel competitive and effective at their practice.
Hospital Systems Offering Concierge Care
Healthcare professional explains how concierge care can work for hospital systems and patients on a large scale.
The Need for Balance in Primary Care
A physician reflects on how she is required to help patients in 2017, as opposed to in previous years of practicing medicine.
Activity Tracker Info No Help to Doctors
Activity trackers can provide users with statistics on how active they have been, but the devices are too unreliable to help a physician in an exam room.
Sharing Life's Journey with Your Patients
A special aspect of being a physician is the privilege to share in your patient's journey through life. Here, one doc shares her experience.
U.S. Healthcare Rated Last Among Developed Countries
A study looking at care process, access, administrative efficiency, and outcomes ranks U.S. healthcare system last across the board.
Docs Express Concerns with Health IT
Enthusiastic dialogue between healthcare professionals and technology experts bodes well for the health IT industry.
Medicaid Cuts Maintained in New Obamacare Repeal Bill
Senate GOP leadership released a revised version of its healthcare bill, upping opioid crisis capital, among other changes, but Medicaid funding is still due to be cut.
Physician Takeaways from Current Events
A lawyer examines current events from a legal perspective, keeping physicians informed on what they need to know.
Value-Based Payment, MACRA and the Obesity Epidemic
MACRA, along with value-based payments, have the ability to produce significant population health improvements, here's how.
Senate AHCA Bill Draws Sharp Criticism from Medical Groups
The Senate repeal and replace of Obamacare was published this week and like the House version, it faces strong resistance from medical groups.
America's Veterans in Your Practice
The PA profession, which is rooted in the military, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Today, many Certified PAs are now treating those who served our country.
In-flight Emergencies: Is There a Doctor On Board?
It's time to better educate, and equip physicians and flight crews for common in-flight emergencies, according to this doc.
AMA Urges Patient-first Language to Destigmatize Obesity
Four years after declaring obesity a disease, the national doctor's group is urging new terminology for physicians to use in exam rooms.
DOJ Sues UnitedHealth, Alleges $1B Medicare Fraud
The Department of Justice filed its second lawsuit this month against UnitedHealth, alleging inflated risk adjustment payments.
Continuing Education for Medical Administration
Continuing education for admins is just as important as it is for clinical staff. 'It's imperative they keep up with healthcare's ever-changing environment.
Latest ACA Repeal Effort Soundly Rejected by AMA, Others
Medical advocacy groups continue to oppose the GOP's healthcare repeal efforts, speaking out against the latest iteration of the AHCA.
11 Ways Small Practices Can Comply with MACRA
Following this year's flexibility, practices must meet strict MACRA guidelines in 2018 and beyond or face negative payment adjustments.