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In the coming years, physicians might find themselves expanding their daily medical practice to further include elements of public health.

Thanks to new federal initiatives and the increased use of smart phones and tablets, more physicians are communicating with each other while on the go.

Are you restricting Internet access to your medical practice staff? If so, some of your cash flow is not only offline but also in jeopardy.

Many practices make common collection mistakes that when left unattended can sap revenue. Here's what you can do to improve your collection process.

It’s cheaper to spend the time and money setting things up properly at your medical practice then to defend yourself when a problem arises.

A reader argues that we won't solve rising healthcare costs unless we confront the expensive, high-tech treatments.

In this podcast, healthcare attorney Todd Rodriguez, defines the Civil False Claims Act, identifies common missteps, and provides key compliance tips.

Payers are mobilizing their reimbursement models to ensure that they are paying only for "quality" and "efficiency" in medicine.

Taking control, even mentally, of the medical business you run or own is no longer a luxury and is required for your survival.

Going into solo practice has had its rewards and challenges

Ezekiel Emanuel: confidence man

Preparation now will help ensure that you and your practice will thrive in the future.

There are three lessons all physicians can learn from a story a doctor’s wife recently shared regarding a life-changing incident.

The AMA is working to stop the transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10. Does that mean medical practices should stop preparing?

It is vital that practices have systematic ways to address patient collections; the following strategies can help your practice collect all that it is due.

A look at what these employees do and why they might be beneficial to your practice.

Understanding third-party payers can go a long way to making your life easier.

Perhaps Congress hopes some sort of solution to the SGR will unexpectedly land on its doorstep. And perhaps it finally has - in the form of unspent war funds.

Driving skills: learning to navigate the road to a successful medical career

Ever wondered what the future holds for your practice and your career? Here are four scenarios that might provide a better picture.

You've purchased the technology needed to keep tabs on your practice's operations. Now make sure you're looking at the right reports.

Here's how your medical practice should build a plan for the looming transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 in 2014.

For physicians, paying attention to the healthcare law and future healthcare policies is more important than ever.

Confused about how 'accountable care' will affect your practice? We're here to help.

Practice Notes blogger and attorney Ericka Adler recently wrote about issues that arise when patients can’t pay for services.