March 13th 2025
Don't make the same mistakes as this practice.
February 27th 2025
Medicaid is on the chopping block, but that doesn't mean the end of indigent care.
February 13th 2025
Recent legislative and regulatory actions tied to generative artificial intelligence.
January 23rd 2025
The long anticipated HIPAA Security Rule Notice of Proposed Rule Making strives to strengthen electronic protected health information cybersecurity.
January 2nd 2025
Got a patient who's abusing your staff, ignoring your advice, failing to pay his bill? When you realize it just isn't going to work, it's usually best to let the patient go. Here's how to do it correctly.
CMS Abusing Authority to Revoke Medicare Participation
Why this is a challenging time for providers who are finding themselves penalized excessively by CMS and without appropriate recourse or justice.
The Case For and Against Hiring for MACRA
Most practices won't add staff to comply with Medicare’s reimbursement reform. Experts disagree if that is the right move.
2017 Staff Salary Survey Results: Regional
Ever wonder how your staff salaries compare with other regions of the country? Check out our regional data on key positions in medical practices.
Healthcare Fraud 101: Getting a Subpoena
Did you get a subpoena asking for documents or asking that you appear for testimony? Here's what you need to know.
Addressing Physician Concerns about MACRA and APMs
Uncertainty about the future of the ACA means continued concerns about initiatives already underway.
2017 Staff Salary Survey Results: National
Looking to see if your staff salaries are in line with national benchmarks? Check out our national data on key positions in medical practices broken out by years of experience.
ACA Repeal Passes First Hurdle, Moves to Senate
The American Health Care Act has passed the House and moves to the Senate, despite ardent opposition from the AMA and other physician groups.
Boosting MIPS Scores Sets the Stage for Increased Revenue
An in-depth look at maximizing your quality component on the MIPS pathway of MACRA. How do you choose the right measures?
3 Things for Physicians to Know about MACRA
A reported 84 percent of independent physicians unsure what MACRA demands of them. Here's three things to know about complying with it.
The Prior Authorization Process is Needlessly Complex
There are several redundant questions and processes when trying to obtain a prior authorization. It needs to be simplified.
Bankruptcy Clawbacks Create New Headaches for Physicians
If physicians didn't have enough to worry about with fraud, they should be wary of bankruptcy trustees seeking "claw backs."
Stay on Top of Provider Credentialing and Revalidation
Providers, preparing yourself for upcoming credentialing and revalidations is important. Don't forget!
Training Practice Staff to Not be HIPAA Liabilities
Security experts and research confirms staff members are your practice's biggest weakness against HIPAA compliance. It doesn't have to be that way though.
For This Practice, Following HIPAA is Complicated and Messy
A practice is discovering that the universal truth around HIPAA compliance is there is no universal truth. Every scenario is different.
Healthcare Fraud 101: Under False Claims Act Investigation
When your practice is under a False Claims Act investigation, here are some steps to take from a legal perspective.
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.
Wearables Fall Under Regulatory Gray Area
Fitbits and other wearables have become more and more popular, but does using this data fall under HIPAA or not?
Is Your Practice Violating HIPAA Regulations?
With new technology in medicine, the privacy lines are often blurred. Here are some things to keep in mind regarding HIPAA compliance.
ACA Reaches Unprecedented Support, Survey Finds
At a time when its very existence is in doubt, the Affordable Care Act has never been more popular, according to a recent poll.
Social Media Policy Instructions for Your Practice
Creating, implementing, and enforcing a social media policy at your medical practice is a must in 2017.
4 Elements of Securing Remote Access to EHR, PM Systems
Remote access to your practice's systems is a must this day and age, which means remotely securing this access is a must as well.
8 Things Your Practice Should Do to Stay HIPAA Compliant
Since Congress enacted HIPAA, it is constantly evolving to address the changes in how practices use technology. Here are eight ways to stay compliant with the law.
Overcoming the Top 5 MACRA Misconceptions
There are a lot of misconceptions over MACRA and what it entails. Here are five of the most common myths.
Repeal and Replace Debacle Not All Bad News for Physicians
The AHCA would have likely brought back "post-claims underwriting," which would have been bad news for physicians.
AMA Offers Advice in Wake of ACA Repeal Failure
With the GOP's efforts to repeal the ACA having gone awry, what's next for health policy? The AMA President-Elect weighs in.
Number of Physicians Increases during ACA Era
A recent research effort has uncovered that the number of physicians has actually gone up during the Affordable Care Act era, despite claims to the contrary.
Healthcare Industry Skeptical about AHCA
Members of our editorial advisory board and Physicians Practice readers share their thoughts on the proposed alternative to the ACA.
Protecting Your Practice from Ransomware
Ransomware is a significant issue for providers. Some HIPAA measures can protect your practice against this threat.
What Should Physicians Make of the GOP Health Bill?
Two major medical groups are speaking out about the GOP health bill. The AMA say it's critically flawed, while MGMA is taking a more measured approach.
Seasonal Asset Protection Issues for Physicians
Protecting your assets as a doctor often means thinking outside of the practice walls, where the things you work so hard for can be at risk.