Business of Medicine
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GAO to launch investigation of FDA’s Orphan Drug program
Acting on a request from three influential U.S. senators, the government’s accountability arm confirmed that it will investigate potential abuses...
Cold Iron Truth
How you can help avoid catastrophic cuts to dermatology
It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the elimination of the Medicare sustainable growth rate and the continuation of “global periods...
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Loss of global periods could mean $1 billion loss for dermatologists
A test project to occur this year in nine states will help CMS to decide whether to eliminate global period codes for procedures.
Law & Medicine
Update on malpractice trends
Are malpractice claims really on the decline? And how much protection do apology laws actually provide physicians?
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Resident Match Day 2017: Record number of applicants and matches
The 2017 resident match set records for the number of positions offered and filled, but saw a decline in the number of international medical...
Managing Your Practice
Contract negotiations
What to consider when negotiating a contract, including choosing the right attorney, “ambiguous provisions,” conditions of employment,...
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Trump administration floats 18% budget cut to HHS
The White House’s proposed federal budget would gut funding for the Cancer Moonshot, BRAIN Initiative, and 21st Century Cures.
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By The Numbers: Trump’s choice for FDA chief is versatile, entrenched in Pharma
President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Food and Drug Administration has deep ties to the pharmaceutical industry as a consultant, investor, and...
Under My Skin
The dermatologic tourist
North, South, West. I’ve been all over, without leaving the chair facing my computer screen.
Feature
Senate confirms Verma as CMS administrator
The Senate confirmed Ms. Verma’s nomination on the evening of March 13 by a vote of 55 to 43.
News
On vacation, my patients go with me
I do something different from most when on the road: I take my patients with me.