Business of Medicine
From the Journals
Mental health risks higher in sexual minorities with acne
Young, nonheterosexual adults with acne are much more likely to have suicidal ideation or use antidepressants.
Managing Your Practice
MACRA in a nutshell
Since the first MIPS “performance period” ends on Dec. 31, Dr. Eastern provides the basics on getting up to speed on MACRA and MIPS.
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Over 40% of Americans have experience with medical errors
Misdiagnosis was the most-reported mistake in a national survey.
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Two Senators reach deal on a health law fix
Even if it fails, the deal revives something that has been almost completely missing in Congress for the past 8 years – bipartisan compromise.
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Trump halts ACA cost-sharing reduction subsidy payments
The action prompted criticism from medical organizations and health insurers alike.
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Trump order allows end-around ACA rules
President promises benefit for small business; physician groups object.
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MedPAC calls for MIPS repeal
WASHINGTON – Federal advisers consider a replacement plan before the first reporting year even concludes.
Conference Coverage
Treatment of hemangioma with brand-name propranolol tied to fewer dosing errors
Use of a brand-name, FDA-approved propranolol could offer advantages over generic formulations, according to a physician survey.
Law & Medicine
Duty vs. confidentiality
What role does foreseeability play when a physician knows a patient may be a danger to others?
Opinion
Death by meeting
What qualifies as a good meeting?
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MIPS: It’s time to get started
Pick Your Pace offers a way to get started with Medicare’s new QPP and ready physicians for meaningful quality improvement, AMA President David O...