Practice Models

In announcing its Comprehensive Primary Care Plus model, CMS showed it has somewhat learned from its first go round.

This doctor says one patient's care plan reemphasized why he has continued to stay independent in the era of consolidation.

Continuing off her last blog, a physician shares more changes she has seen related to Obamacare on the front lines of medicine.

Once thought of as elitist, more physicians are considering converting to concierge practice. Here are the numbers.

To be successful, develop a sound business plan with realistic goals and be patient while the business ramps up.

Much has been made about the "woman's card" lately in the news. Does a woman's card exist in medicine?

What are the three things physicians should take from the recently released proposed rule on MACRA implementation?

Dawn Morton-Rias of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) speaks about the rise of the PA profession in this podcast.

Dr. Rebecca Fox talks about her new practice and the next steps in her healthcare journey.

In Phoenix, one clinically integrated organization is showing independent physician practices how they can achieve success in value-based care.

What to know about the proposed rule on MACRA implementation from CMS, including how financially damaging it will be to solo and small practices.

While MSOs can provide resources and administrative support for practices, it is critical to understand different contract provisions.

Medical practices must constantly change in order to survive today's competitive healthcare arena. They should never just settle for the easiest solution.

Not every day in medicine is perfect and not every doctor is perfect. These MDs share their most regrettable decisions as providers.

In part two of our interview, AMA President Steven J. Stack opines on whether physicians will ever buy into government-based payment programs.

What does AMA President Steven J. Stack think about the new CMS primary-care model? He shares his thoughts in part 1 of a two-part interview series.

Physicians can innovate the healthcare delivery system, they just have to overcome these four often seen barriers in doing so.

In the era of qualitative analysis, one doctor says that a physician-patient cannot be gauged by statistical measures. These measures miss the point.

The Merit-Based Incentive Payment System is coming and that means physicians will be reimbursed on a different set of rules. Here's what we know so far.

Some people might want the comfort of a salary and no overhead expenses. This independent doc sees it a completely different way.

This pediatric micro-practice was hit particularly hard by state cuts and is considering eliminating lower-paying Medicaid patients from the practice.

Interested in selling your practice to a local hospital or large medical group? Here are five tips from an expert.

The potential of telemedicine will give physicians and their patients new treatment options and better avenues for information exchange.

Much like the airlines, hybrid concierge care patients value an enhanced service experience and are willing to pay for it.

Despite the excitement surrounding the potential of telemedicine and the technology being available, several barriers are holding it back.