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December 1, 2014

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Obama administration faces scrutiny over ACA transparency

Though the second enrollment period of the Affordable Care Act has been operating fairly glitch free, the healthcare reform law and the Obama administration are facing major scrutiny from Republicans. » What's the impact

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Insights into Employed Physicians' Financial Preparedness
AMA Insurance’s new 2014 Segment Report on Employed Physicians’ Financial Preparedness revealed nearly half are behind in personal retirement savings. Click to find out how you compare.

Physicians and online reviews: Patients focused on quality of care

Nearly half of the respondents, 44%, expressed a willingness to go out-of-network to see physicians with good reviews, even if it means incurring more costs andfees. » Here's why

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Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
IPF is the progressive formation of thick or scarred tissue in the lungs, resulting in loss of oxygen. While there is currently no known cause, continued research seeks to find an answer, alongside improved diagnosis and treatment options. Learn More

Telemedicine reimbursement is a barrier to implementation

Healthcare executives say convincing physicians of telemedicine is a challenge. » Do you agree?

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Resource Center
As one of the leading causes of death in the United States, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is commonly seen in patients at hospitals and physician offices. The major risk-factor for COPD is smoking, and women with COPD have a higher mortality rate than men, according to statistics from The American Lung Association.
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