Physicians Practice Pearls®

Physicians address the urgent need to combat social media's harmful effects on teens, advocating for proactive discussions with patients and parents.

The Ninth Circuit's ruling on EKRA reshapes compliance for healthcare entities, emphasizing the importance of understanding kickback laws and their implications.

Neil Baum, MD, gives some tips on approaching restrictive covenants in physician contracting.

Texas Medical Board reorganizes rules, creating confusion for health professionals. Discover how to navigate the new rule changes effectively.

Explore how simplifying health care management enhances patient care and streamlines practices, addressing the complexities of regulations and technology.

Understanding the complexities of the False Claims Act and Civil Investigative Demands is crucial for physicians navigating federal compliance and legal challenges.

Neil Baum, MD, shares some less than obvious data your practice should be paying attention to.

A grand jury subpoena rattles a health care attorney after a patient’s death linked to a ham sandwich raises serious legal questions.

Video résumés revolutionize job applications, showcasing personality and skills, while traditional résumés fade.

Physicians face malpractice claims throughout their careers. Learn proactive steps and the claims process to navigate these challenges confidently.

Where are we after the FDA drug shortage expired?

Neil Baum, MD, shares tips on how to limit your practice's overhead without compromising on patient care.

Neil Baum, MD, talks about the lessons physicians should take from the teachings of Moses.

Neil Baum, MD, walks through the need to understand how much the care you provide actually costs and its role in shoring up revenue.

Check out these essential insights on controlling malpractice insurance premiums, including specialty impact, location factors, policy types and available discounts for physicians.

The small details, like restroom cleanliness, shape patient perceptions and impact healthcare experiences in practices.

Neil Baum, MD, Professor of Clinical Urology at Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the author of multiple books, discusses his interests outside of the office.

Introducing Neil Baum, MD, Professor of Clinical Urology at Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the author of multiple books.

Neil Baum, MD, asks whether your patients are satisfied with their care and shows how a quick survey could make the difference.

Unlock effective strategic planning with essential pre-work steps, including SWOT analysis and stakeholder engagement, to ensure your practice's success.

Innovative medical practices thrive by embracing change, prioritizing patient care and learning from setbacks to enhance success and satisfaction.

Understanding HIPAA's Privacy Rule clarifies how incidental disclosures in health care settings are permissible, ensuring patient privacy while facilitating essential communications.

Neil Baum, MD, guides you away from these nine situations that could have a negative impact on your practice's bottom line.

Health care practices face rising audits and recoupments for using placental membrane grafts in diabetic ulcer treatments, risking significant financial penalties.

A different way to solve medical practice staffing challenges with recruitment and retention tactics that curb burnout and sustain high-quality patient care.

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Physicians navigate challenging payer negotiations, sharing success stories of securing approvals for innovative, cost-effective treatments.

Medical practices face significant challenges in 2025, including payer issues, staffing shortages, and rising costs, impacting patient care and operational efficiency.