Top 10 Health Apps of 2015
Each month in our print journal, Physicians Practice selects an "App of the Month." Here are our top picks for physicians and their patients.
One Doc 'Pleasantly Surprised' by ICD-10 Transition
For many physicians like Theo Felts, a family practitioner in Overland, Kan., ICD-10 has been no sweat at all. In this Q&A, he discusses the transition.
Physicians, Administrators Share 2016 Resolutions
We asked physicians and administrators what their resolutions were for 2016, either personal or professional. Here's what they said.
2015 Physician Compensation Survey: Key Findings
The 2015 Physician Compensation Survey asked doctors with different employment statuses how much they got paid. Here are some key findings.
How One Doc Made ICD-10 Work
Switching from ICD-9 to ICD-10 was predicted to be calamitous, especially for small practices. But, for many, it wasn't.
How To Develop a Physician Compensation Plan
To create change within an organization, practices must change physician compensation plans. Here’s a guide on how to do that.
Independent Practices Can Succeed in Risk-Based Care
Independent practices can succeed in risk-based contracting. It’s just a matter of understanding why, how, and what, according to Farzad Mostashari.
Cautious Optimism in the Early Days of ICD-10
The early returns on ICD-10 from payers and a clearinghouse have been positive. Yet, no one is ready to pop the champagne and celebrate quite yet.
Atul Gawande: Patients Need Pit Crews, Not Cowboys
Teams of medical specialists working toward a clear patient-stated goal, while being reimbursed for value, is the direction healthcare needs to go.
Helping Independent Physicians Stay That Way
Marni James of the Association of Independent Doctors explains how physician practices can remain independent in today’s environment.
Patient Pricing Transparency Movement Hits Stride
Practices are going to have to accept pricing transparency experts say, otherwise they'll get left behind as consumers push this trend forward.
New Meaningful Use Rules: 5 Key Takeaways
There are 752 pages covering the changes to Stage 2 of meaningful use and finalizing Stage 3. We’ve whittled that down to five major takeaways.
Ten Things to Do at MGMA15
Traveling to Nashville for MGMA15? Make the most out of your trip by making sure you do these ten things during your stay.
Meaningful Use Stage 3 a Mixed Bag for Physicians
CMS has released modifications to the meaningful use program. Here's what the changes mean for physician practices.
Ten Last-Minute Resources for ICD-10
Tomorrow is the big day for the ICD-10 transition. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, here are ten last-minute resources to help you out.
Q&A: Why One Doc Made the Switch to Direct Primary Care
A Louisiana-based doctor talks about being burned-out as an employed physician and switching to a direct primary-care model.
2015 Great American Physician Survey: Key Findings
We surveyed 1,001 physicians as part of our annual Great American Physician Survey, Sponsored by Kareo. This video includes key findings of the survey.
Digitizing the Specialist Referral Process in Carolina
Meaningful use and narrow networks are forcing small practices to rethink the way they refer patients. Two practices have gone digital.
Are Practices More Ready for ICD-10 Than They Realize?
WEDI's ICD-10 readiness survey paints an ugly picture for physician practice readiness. However, one expert said the situation may not be that bad.
Physicians in ACOs Not Seeing Higher Compensation
A recent study revealed that among practices within ACOs, individual physicians aren’t reaping financial benefits through higher compensation.