Practice Management
From the Journals
FDA already balances safety, access to investigational drugs
A new study looks at the effectiveness of existing expanded access programs in the wake of enacting the Right to Try law.
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Azar blames PBMs for no drop in prescription prices
Unscientific survey by two senators indicates it’s not going to happen.
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6 ways to reduce liability by improving doc-nurse teams
Solid teamwork among physicians and nurses not only makes for a smoother work environment, it also helps to reduce medical errors and lower the...
Law & Medicine
‘Captain of the ship’ doctrine
Under the “Captain of the Ship” doctrine, physicians may face growing liability risks from their assistants’ negligence.
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Most Medicaid enrollees exempt from work requirements
States’ online reporting systems represent potential barrier to many recipients.
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Family medicine remains first in recruiting demand
“Demographic destiny” favors medical specialists over primary care.
Managing Your Practice
Stop extending credit
No business owner in his or her right mind allows customers to take away goods or services without paying for them; but doctors do it every day....
Latest News
DOJ won’t defend ACA from lawsuit challenging constitutionality
The outcome of a pending lawsuit could have a major impact on health care coverage in the United States.
Hitting A Nerve
Caring for the offensive patient
Dr. Allan M. Block says he lives up to his oath to provide equal care to all, even when patients say something offensive.
FDA/CDC
FDA effort focuses on approving more generic drugs
Changes to how REMS are written for generic drugs could bring more to market.
