Tom Coburn, one of 3 physicians in the US Senate, discusses the realities of Medicaid in today’s healthcare system and the struggles faced by healthcare providers and patients. Medscape Internal Medicine
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The Unbearable Lateness of Being (a Doc)
Physicians discuss being late and whether they should apologize to their patients or not. Medscape Family Medicine
Senator Coburn on Medicaid: Let the Market Decide
Tom Coburn, one of 3 physicians in the US Senate, discusses the realities of Medicaid in today’s healthcare system and the struggles faced by healthcare providers and patients.
Huge Databases and Meta-Analyses: Can We Trust Them to Treat?
Henry Black and Andrew Vickers discuss studies based on large databases and meta-analyses and whether they have a place on clinical decision-making. Medscape Cardiology
Huge Databases and Meta-Analyses: Can We Trust Them to Treat?
Henry Black and Andrew Vickers discuss studies based on large databases and meta-analyses and whether they have a place on clinical decision-making.
More Oppose Than Support Republican Medicare Plan
More Americans oppose than support a Republican plan to revamp the Medicare healthcare program for seniors, presenting a challenge to the party ahead of next year’s presidential and congressional elections. Reuters Health Information
E-Prescribe by January — Here’s How
Donald M. Berwick, MD, of the CMS provides specific advice and resources for implementing e-prescribing into your practice. Medscape Internal Medicine
How to Get a Raise: Experts Advise Doctors
There are tactics, strong arguments, and gauging the right timing if you want to increase your pay. Here’s how to go about it. Medscape Business of Medicine
E-Prescribe by January — Here’s How
Donald M. Berwick, MD, of the CMS provides specific advice and resources for implementing e-prescribing into your practice.
Migraine Visual Auras Present in a Variety of Patterns
A new survey reveals that migraines result in a wide variety of aura symptoms. Medscape Medical News
Drug Product Recall Due to Possible Penicillin Contamination
Concerns over potential cross-contamination of nonpenicillin drug products with penicillin have resulted in a nationwide recall of multiple repackaged products. Medscape Medical News
I’m Struggling to Live on $160,000 a Year: MD Lament
Whereas most Americans would consider a $160,000 income a fortune, many physicians find it a challenge to live on that amount. Why can some manage easily while others are struggling to pay the bills? Medscape Business of Medicine
Proposed Rule Requires Disclosure of Access to Patient Info
A proposed HHS rule would grant patients the right to receive detailed reports on how their medical information is being accessed by others. Medscape Medical News
Three-Year Screening for Diabetic Retinopathy Appears Safe
Patients with mild type 2 diabetes can be safely screened for sight-threatening vision problems every three years instead of annually or biannually, Swedish researchers say. Reuters Health Information
Physicians Often Can’t Predict Who Will Misuse Pain Meds
Prescribers trying to gauge who will abuse pain medications are wrong about half the time, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News
Malpractice Payments Still Declining, Says Disputed Study
Public Citizen says its analysis debunks the notion that malpractice litigation contributes significantly to healthcare costs, but critics question the underlying data. Medscape Medical News
Online Physician-Rating Websites: Are They Useful?
People are turning to the Web to find reviews of restaurants, plumbers, and yes, doctors. Can you afford to ignore this phenomenon? Medscape Anesthesiology
Senate Rejects Plan to Privatize Medicare
The defeated GOP plan would have given seniors premium subsidies to buy private health insurance, an idea that may not be catching on with the American public. Medscape Medical News
Legal and Malpractice Corner: Transparency and Errors
Challenges continue for physicians as the legal landscape becomes more complex. Battles emerge over public disclosure of physician records and other issues. Medscape Business of Medicine
Orbital Cellulitis in Children
An emerging pathogen in pediatric orbital infections is identified. How does this change our approach to treatment? Medscape Pediatrics