Is solo or small-group practice still a viable option for dermatologists?

Dermatologists who want to start or remain in small private practices should explore a high-end practice model — one not largely dependent or wholly dependent on insurance reimbursement. » Full article

How to get Medicare payments promptly and accurately

One Medicare requirement that many physicians are unaware of involves documentation of test results, which requires a signature or initials and a date within the patient record. » Full article

Facial dermatitis may mask other conditions

The archetypal red face of dermatitis may conceal more diagnoses than originally meet the eye, according to an expert who spoke at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.
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PicoSure laser sets new standard for tattoo removal

The PicoSure laser from Cynosure is proving to be a major breakthrough in tattoo removal by helping to clear notoriously stubborn colors quicker and more effectively than other laser technologies, according to an expert. » Full article

What to do if your electronic medical records system gets hacked

Storing patient data on servers leads to physicians and patients being able to remotely access their data, but it also opens the door to a determined hacker who could be located anywhere in the world. » Full article

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