From a clinical and practice management perspective, the new year holds many challenges for ophthalmologists. Here are the key trends to look for in 2015. Medscape Business of Medicine
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Key Opinion Leader Says Healthcare Reform Handcuffs Doctors
The ACA, HIPAA, Medicare, EHRs, and other well-meaning reform efforts often prevent doctors from delivering good patient care, a prominent physician CEO asserts. See whether your colleagues agree. Medscape Business of Medicine
2014 Compensation Report Finds Ophthalmologists Doing Well
Despite earning more than most doctors, many ophthalmologists are dissatisfied with their situation, echoing beefs by colleagues in other specialties, Medscape’s latest Compensation Report finds. Medscape Business of Medicine
For Noncompliant Patients, a Fix That Works
Help your patients become more compliant — taking medications as prescribed, going on a diet, drinking less, or quitting smoking — without adding to the length of their visits. Here’s how. Medscape Business of Medicine
10 Cool, Amazing Gadgets and Trends to Help Your Practice
Many unique technological advances and new requirements of medical practices are quickly changing the way practices operate. Will you recognize your practice in a few years’ time? Medscape Business of Medicine
How to Field Questions on Your Medicare Payments
Many ophthalmologists were blindsided by having their Medicare payments made public. The Sunshine Act promises still more revelations. Here’s how to respond to inquiries from patients and the media. Medscape Business of Medicine
Incoming AMA President Robert Wah Defends EHRs
EHRs have led to controversy and turmoil in the medical profession, even while leading to some positive developments. The AMA’s president-elect describes his thoughts about EHRs. Medscape Business of Medicine
Do Recertification Demands Waste Doctors’ Time and Money?
Maintenance of certification is a contentious topic. Supporters say it enhances physician expertise; decriers say it’s an unnecessary hoop to jump through. Take a look at both sides of the issue. Medscape Business of Medicine
You’re Not on the ‘Best Doctors’ List — Does It Matter?
‘Best Doctors’ lists are published each year; those not on the lists may say the concept is silly, though they may also be irked that they didn’t make the cut. Do those lists make a difference? Medscape Business of Medicine
Doctors Are Talking: EHRs Destroy the Patient Encounter
Recent Medscape articles on EHRs have sparked heated debates, especially on how EHRs obstruct the doctor-patient relationship. See what your colleagues are saying, and weigh in with your own opinion. Medscape Business of Medicine
Confused About Ophthalmologists’ Place in ACOs? Here’s Help
Must you join a Medicare ACO to protect ophthalmic referrals? Will you be eligible for bonuses? Do Medicare and commercial ACOs pose a more serious problem? Experts weigh in. Medscape Business of Medicine
Physicians Are Talking: Medicare Payments Go Public
For the first time in history, how much physicians, nurses, and technicians are paid by Medicare has been made public. Medscape members voiced their concerns leading up to the release. Medscape Business of Medicine
Medicare Claims: Will Everyone Know How Much You’re Paid?
A federal judge’s decision in Florida has opened the door for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to allow disclosure of physician-identifiable reimbursement data to the public.
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Employed Doctors: Love the Paycheck, Hate the Rules
More than 4600 physicians told us whether they preferred being employed or being in private practice. Each has pros and cons, but some were stronger than others. Medscape Business of Medicine
ICD-10 Coding for Ophthalmology
ICD-10 is just months away. Here’s a brief review of the changes to coding in ophthalmology. Medscape Business of Medicine