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Consider varying generational needs, preferences in the workplace and with patients
NASHVILLE, TENN. – Generational differences have important implications for communication, education, and more –...
Feature
Employed physicians now outnumber independent doctors
A majority of doctors still work in small practices, although that number is falling.
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Trump administration asks court to invalidate ACA
Federal attorneys argue that provisions of the health care law cannot be severed from the whole and thus, the entire ACA should be struck down....
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CBO’s report on single-payer health care holds more questions than answers
The report comes as this once-lefty pipe dream becomes officially mainstream.
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Medicare-for-All gets first legislative hearing
Given the challenges the bill will face getting through the House – and the likelihood that the Senate won’t touch it – some questioned why the...
From the Journals
Patients say primary care video visits are convenient, high quality
While some patients were concerned about privacy and the potential for receiving inadequate care, most were satisfied with their experience,...
Opinion
Statute of limitations in malpractice actions
The statute of limitations does not start to run from the date of the negligent act or omission.
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Pretrial screening panels: Do they reduce frivolous claims?
At least 17 states have pretrial screening panels that examine medical malpractice cases. Opinions are mixed about whether the panels are useful...
From the Journals
Gaps exist in rotavirus vaccination coverage in young U.S. children
Twenty-nine percent of U.S. children under age 36 months likely are not fully vaccinated against rotavirus vaccine.
News from the FDA/CDC
U.S. measles cases nearing postelimination-era high
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CMS plan will incentivize generic drug use
New CMS regulations also address premiums under the Affordable Care Act for 2020.