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May 14, 2014

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Hospital buying spree of physician practices may drive up healthcare costs, study finds

Hospitals across the country have been purchasing practices at a rapid pace, but a new study shows that increased hospital ownership may lead to higher prices for patients. » Full article

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Get the most out of payer & network contracts - free web seminar
In this Medical Economics web seminar, payer contracting and credentialing expert Penny Noyes takes away the mystery and fear, walking you through step to improve your bottom line. Register for free today.

Regional extension centers plan to stay open despite funding cuts

Thousands of healthcare providers rely on regional extension centers to meet Meaningful Use requirements for their electronic health records, but some of these centers are at risk of closing due to funding being stopped at the end of 2014. » Full article

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ED: Treatment and diagnosis
ED can be caused by a number of factors, including hypertension, diabetes and depression, but it can be treated in most men. Video, articles, tools and CME to help diagnose and treat sexual dysfunction and other related conditions. Read More.

Medicare should not cover lung cancer screening for smokers, CMS panel concludes

A Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services advisory panel concluded that Medicare should not cover annual lung cancer screening tests for heavy smokers – a recommendation that has been criticized by screening test advocates. » Full article

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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. Read More.

 

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