Curing the prior authorization headache

Getting upfront approvals for some procedures and prescriptions is an unavoidable fact of life for most primary care doctors, but they can take steps to minimize the cost and hassles involved. » Full article

Uncovering the mysteries of RUC

Critics of the Relative Value Scale Update Committee (RUC) claim it undervalues the services provided by primary care physicians, but RUC supporters says primary care compensation is increasing appropriately. » Full article

New Directions in the Management of Insomnia

An estimated 40 to 70 million Americans are affected by insomnia. There are important recent updates in the nosology and diagnostic criteria for insomnia and new understanding of its pathophysiology. Stay up-to-date and earn CME credit. » Read more here.

Is the physician exodus to hospitals exaggerated?

A new report challenges the theory that the small medical practice is nearly extinct. » Full article

Start slow with quality-based compensation

Primary care practice owners thinking of adding quality-based compensation plans should expect a slow transition. » Full article

Using EHRs to bring innovation to a rural practice

Can an EHR system bring efficiency to a practice that sees 10 to 15 patients a day? As part of its ongoing electronic health records best practices series, Medical Economics examines the impact of EHRs on a rural medical practice. » Full article

• Examining the cost of payer relationships

• Scribes can help document care, boost efficiency

• Responding to negative online reviews from disgruntled patients

• How to motivate and retain your practice superstars

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