Tag: Health Biz: Misc.
Med Ed Can Be Improved for High-Value, Cost-Conscious Care
Review shows knowledge transmission, reflective practice, supportive environment aid learning
AAFP Recommends Doctors Explore Use of Social Media
Guidelines provided for physicians wishing to become more active in social media
AAFP: Telemedicine Can Enhance Access to Care
Technology's strongest points are improving access to care, providing continuity of care
ACP Issues Guidance on ‘Concierge’ Practices
Growth of DPCPs fueled by physicians' frustration; may exacerbate disparities in health care
Expanding Rooming, Discharge Office Protocols Can Save Time
Delegating rooming, discharge tasks to clinical support staff can save physicians ≥1 hour/day
AMA: 6 Steps to Help Ensure Patients Get Preventive Care
Panel management helps physicians provide preventive and chronic care to all patients
Doctors Should Consider Financial Factors Before Career Change
Issues to consider include cost of career change, ability to use Internet to monetize skills
New Electronic Health Record Regulations Released
New regulations modify Stage 2 of meaningful use program and finalize requirements for Stage 3
EHR Use Ups Some Outcomes After Myocardial Infarction
Less frequent heparin dosing and greater adherence to guideline-recommended care
ACP Provides Guidelines for Retail Health Clinics
Retail clinics can provide service as episodic alternative to care for relatively healthy patients
