Can ‘safe harbor’ laws stop defensive medicine?

Time will tell whether protecting physicians from liability if they follow clinical guidelines is the solution to increasing healthcare costs. Four big hurdles must be overcome for meaningful change to occur. » Full article

Is software the solution to your ICD-10 woes?

Here’s how computer-assisted coding programs could help your ICD-10 implementation plan. » Full article

Medical Economics 2012 EHR Web Seminar Series

Get ready for health information technology changes without losing focus on running your practice! This series offers guidance on implementation, compliance, choosing EHRs and more. www.medec.com/ehrwebseminars

Solidify your social media strategy—stat!

Patients most trust information on social media sites if it’s written and reviewed by physicians. Read these insights on online engagement to make sure you’re not missing an important chance to connect with patients. » Full article

PCPs lead the pack in EHR adoption

Two recent studies show that EHR adopters share some key traits—including age—and that those who earned financial rewards also have something in common. See if you have what it takes.
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The practical aspects of running a successful practice can be daunting

Register for the Business of Medicine Summit, being held June 9-12 at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Earn 20+ credits, with your afternoons free. This valuable meeting is brought to you by the Jefferson School of Population Health, the Institute for Continuing Healthcare Education, in consultation with the American College of Physicians. Visit: www.bizmedicine.org

CMS says more Medicare savings needed

Healthcare reform could save Medicare $200 billion, but it’s not enough, CMS officials fear. Find out what else is required to guarantee the program’s long-term health. » Full article

GAO to Medicare: Catch fraud sooner

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services got some unwelcome criticism from the Government Accountability Office: Start preventing fraudulent payments, or else. Discover what other deficiencies were nabbed. » Full article

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