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February 8, 2012

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Physician, technology groups clash on ICD-10

One major group is fighting the switch, and another is urging its members not to wait. Learn the reasoning behind their positions. » Full article

The secrets to a productive, profitable practice

MGMA reveals that its top-performing groups share characteristics in four areas. Find out what it takes to thrive in this tough economy. » Full article

More patients pick up eRx than paper prescriptions

More patients pick up their first prescription when it’s sent to the pharmacy electronically, an industry survey shows. Convenience may not be the only reason. » Full article

Government abandons study of Medicare opt-outs

A quest to determine why physicians drop Medicare from their practices—and what effect it has on healthcare—has ended in failure. See what roadblock got in the way. » Full article

ACP to Congress: Don’t cut PCP workforce programs

The American College of Physicians urged Congress not to cut funding for the National Health Services Corps. Learn why the ACP says it’s so important. » Full article

Former senators push health IT

A Washington, DC, think tank is pushing lawmakers to invest in healthcare information technology. Discover which influence-makers are involved—and what they’re recommending. » Full article

 

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