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.
Physicians Share Healthcare Reform Concerns
As part of our annual Great American Physician Survey, we asked physicians about the healthcare issues worrying them the most.
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.
GOP Proposes New ACA Reforms
In its latest attempt to unravel the ACA, Republicans unveil a proposal to transfer federal healthcare spending into state block grants.
Medical Practices Failing in Customer Service Training
A recent MGMA stat poll found nearly half of practice leaders believe medical staffers need additional customer service training.
EHR Vendors Seek Clarity from CMS
The HIMSS EHR association submits a letter to CMS, expressing concern and offering suggestions for MACRA payment requirements.
Physicians Vary on Retirement Plans
Some physician readers are hesitant to retire no matter the age, due to their everlasting drive to care for others.
Physicians Drifting Towards Single-Payer Support
A recent Merritt Hawkins survey found 56 percent of docs in support of single-payer healthcare due to a variety of reasons, including feelings of inevitably.
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.
Should EHRs Have Lemon Laws?
Our reader's debate whether or not EHRs should have lemon laws and if a single-payer healthcare system would work in the U.S.
Readers Agree with Doc's EHR Hatred
Our readers did not hold back while echoing the comments of a physician who wrote her honest feelings about the EHR.
Third Time Not the Charm for Obamacare Repeal
Following an action-packed morning in the Senate, the latest attempt to repeal Obamacare failed after three Republicans voted against the effort.
Advancing Care Information: What Physicians Need to Know
According to our 2017 Technology Survey, half of physicians don't understand demonstrating IT use under Medicare payment reform. Here's what to know.
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.
House Passes Federal Medical Malpractice Bill
On Wednesday, the House passed a bill that would limit plaintiff damages to $250,000 in most medical practice lawsuits. It moves to the Senate.
Readers Argue Over Obamacare Repeal, Retail Clinics
Readers are split on whether or not the Senate's version to repeal the Affordable Care Act would serve the American people well.
The Good and Bad of the 2018 MACRA Proposed Rule
CMS' proposed rule for the 2018 performance year of the Quality Payment Program should be seen as a major win for small practices, experts say.
The Do's and Don'ts of Medical Malpractice
Don't let a lack of communication, EHR misadventures, or failure to be prepared lead to a damaging malpractice suit at your practice.
AMA Pushing for Drug Price Transparency
The AMA is requesting drug makers be more transparent with pricing so that consumers know the true cost of what they are purchasing.
Readers Debate the PA's Role in Today's Practice
As PAs get more involved in today's medical practice, readers are split on whether or not this is a good thing.
Practice Owners Dwindling in the U.S.
For the first time ever, practice owners no longer represent the physician majority, according to a new AMA study.
Patient, Doctor Groups React to AHCA Cost Estimate
Almost three weeks after the bill narrowly passed through the House, the bill's CBO score was made public, drawing criticism.
Automating Appointments Satisfies Physicians and Patients
By using schedule automation, a multi-specialty practice in Mass. is saving time and headaches, while also improving the patient experience.
Keep Physicians, Staff Happy in a Changing Environment
The government's involvement in medicine has made it harder for physicians and staff to stay happy. Here's how to keep things upbeat at your practice.
DOJ Sues UnitedHealth, Alleges $1B Medicare Fraud
The Department of Justice filed its second lawsuit this month against UnitedHealth, alleging inflated risk adjustment payments.
ACA vs. AHCA: Readers Weigh In
In our recurring blog "Inbox," we get reader feedback on the future of healthcare reform.
MGMA Survey Finds Gender Disparity in Physician Compensation
New survey shows difference in pay between male and female docs. CMS announces states now have until 2022 to meet Medicaid standards of care requirements.