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March 28, 2013

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Proposed SGR replacement could save $1 trillion

Higher payments to primary care providers and Patient-Centered Medical Homes would be added benefit of a "pay-for-value" reimbursement approach. Find out more. » Full article

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5 reasons data blocks clog your practice's efficiency

A system that remains largely paper-based and the difficulty of exchanging patient information among various applications are among the obstacles to exploiting the vast quantities of existing healthcare data, according to a new report. » Full article

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How to improve quality measurement for doctors' offices

Quality measurement and quality improvement efforts in the outpatient setting have neglected critical areas of high-quality care, according to one physician. Read her prescription to remedy the situation. » Full article

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Can immunization services protect your business?

Immunization rates are so low for adults, the situation has hastened new calls from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for physicians to assess patient vaccination histories and intervene when appropriate to increase adherence. See what else you can do in your practice. » Full article

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