Business of Medicine
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Biosimilars poised to save $54 billion over the next decade
But uncertainty points to savings ranging from $24 billion to $150 billion.
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Federal judge skeptical of claims that dropping subsidies hurts consumers
SAN FRANCISCO – A federal judge Monday expressed skepticism that President Donald Trump’s decision to halt certain health law insurance subsidies...
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Study: EHR malpractice claims rising
Claims involving EHRs have more than doubled in the last 7 years, according to an analysis.
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ACR: Use comparative effectiveness research for clinical decisions, not payers’ cost decisions
So far, there are little CER data on which to base clinical decisions, but registries of real-world data, such as the ACR’s RISE registry, aim to...
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“I’m sorry, doctor, I’m afraid I can’t do that”
“I’m sorry, doctor, I’m afraid I can’t do that”
Opinion
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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MACRA Monday: Advance care plan
Avoid a 4% penalty under MIPS by reporting that you discussed advance care planning with one patient.
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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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Advance care planning benefit presents challenges
Some are having success using new Medicare billing codes, while other doctors say barriers are preventing usage.