
Practice bankruptcies are climbing. Here's what owners should plan for, from warning signs to a patient care ombudsman to who keeps patient records.
David Crais explains the latest acronyms, from MU to ACO, and points out pitfalls to watch for when partnering with hospitals.
Davis Crais, at MGMA 2011, explains what role physicians can play in ACOs and other outcome-based payment models. He offers advice on the best, and worst, ways to partner with hospitals.