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July 10, 2013

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Maintenance of certification debate intensifies as Medicare penalties loom

Maintenance of Certification requirements have sparked intense debate among primary care providers, but that won't stop Medicare penalties from going into effect in 2015 for non-compliers. » Full article

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Medicare Shared Savings: A Practical Path to Accountable Care

This whitepaper presents ACO options and tips for ambulatory practices aiming to advance their culture of care, improve quality and benefit from cost-saving efforts.

The biggest threat to ACOs? Increased malpractice liability

One of the key goals of accountable care organizations could put these new models of healthcare delivery in greater danger of being hit with malpractice lawsuits, according to an article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. » Full article

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EHR divorce: Why are so many physicians dissatisfied with their EHR systems?

Several recent surveys document EHR dissatisfaction among physicians. Read health IT experts' advice on the costs of implementing or making a switch. » Full article

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The Obesity Epidemic

More than 78 million U.S. adults and 12 million children and adolescents are obese, and those numbers increase every day. Articles, video, whitepapers, and resources to help you adapt your practice to confront the growing epidemic.

Medical practice valuation: How to determine the financial value of your practice

While practice valuation is a necessity when a hospital buys or leases a practice, it can also protect buyers and sellers from Stark laws, affect the distribution of property after a divorce, and impact taxes. But valuation methods vary widely. » Full article

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