Monopolizing Medicine: Why hospitals' quest to control healthcare may be a losing game

Hospitals across the United States are merging and purchasing physician practices at a faster clip than they have in decades. While some experts believe the pace of acquisition is not sustainable, the economic forces driving hospital consolidation is also driving up the cost. For employed physicians, that could mean employment trouble. For independent groups, it could signal opportunity. Full article

New obesity guidelines help physicians and patients with weight loss treatments

While the adult obesity rate went up again in 2013, associated health problems could explode in the next 10 years unless patients and physicians take action. Full article

EHR Best Practices: Implementation

Flipping the switch on your EHR system tests your staff's productivity, relationship with patients, and the reliability of your new system. Here are some tips for surviving the 'go live' stage.
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RVUs: A valuable tool for aiding practice management

When it comes to managing practice finances, physicians have few better tools at their disposal than the Relative Value Unit (RVU). Understanding the basics of the RVU can assist physicians and practice managers in a wide variety of finance and management-related tasks. Full article