Improving stage 2 rules: Groups offer advice

Physician and industry organizations, including the AMA, support new meaningful use rules but suggest a long list of improvements. See what they say must be done now. » Full article

Medicaid may be paid at higher Medicare rate

You may clamor for Medicaid patients if a rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services passes muster. Find out who foots the $11-billion bill. » Full article

The practical aspects of running a successful practice can be daunting

Register for the Business of Medicine Summit, being held June 9-12 at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Earn 20+ credits, with your afternoons free. This valuable meeting is brought to you by the Jefferson School of Population Health, the Institute for Continuing Healthcare Education, in consultation with the American College of Physicians. Visit: www.bizmedicine.org

Penalties for ICD-10 stragglers?

If one HIT group has its way, you could be punished for failing to implement the coding system in time. Learn who says arguments for delays don’t hold water, and why. » Full article

Tips for tackling Medicare wellness visits

With the Medicare population primed to double in size soon, you may be wondering how you’ll take on all those annual wellness visits. A recent study offers some insight. » Full article

Patients want more payment options

The increase in patient payment responsibility calls for changes in how and when fees are collected, a 2-year study shows. Can you meet patient demands and improve collections? » Full article

Where physician-rating sites get it right

Online reviews may be an accurate predictor of one key area of your work, according to a first-of-its-kind study. Discover the surprising result that could affect your reputation. » Full article

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