Business of Medicine
Feature
Employed physicians now outnumber independent doctors
A majority of doctors still work in small practices, although that number is falling.
Latest News
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....
Feature
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.
Feature
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
Depression treatment rates rose with expanded insurance coverage
Total spending on outpatient depression treatment increased from $12,430,000 in 1998 to $15,554,000 in 2007, and $17,404,000 in 2015.
Feature
Courts temporarily block Title X changes
The Trump administration wants to restrict funding from clinics that provide abortion counseling or that refer patients for abortion services.
Commentary
Make your evaluations and progress notes sing
Dr. Carl Bell says using language this is descriptive – and precise – can “turn the drudgery of charting into some fun.”
Feature
CMS plan will incentivize generic drug use
New CMS regulations also address premiums under the Affordable Care Act for 2020.