Practice Management

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Direct contracting gives physicians more control than locum agencies

Physicians behind FlexMedStaff say direct hospital contracting can reduce agency dependence, expand autonomy and support rural coverage.

CMS softened its 2027 modifier 25 policy, but the 20% same-day payment cut still penalizes efficient care and…

AI is moving into practice finance, from coding and claims scrubbing to cash-flow forecasting, while adding costs, staffing…

Physician practices can no longer depend on referrals alone as AI search, reviews and shifting patient behavior reshape…

AI deepfakes can impersonate physicians to push fake endorsements or financial fraud, creating legal and reputational risk for…

AMGA data show medical groups have fewer clinic staff per provider even as visits and wRVUs rise, shifting…

AOA leaders discuss why more DOs are employed, the pressures on independent practice, and how training and payment…

Practice leaders are weighing ambient AI scribes as a route to more time, better note capture, and possible…

Health care hiring is shifting as AI changes recruitment, widening the focus from credentials to practical skills, adaptability,…

Late cancellations and no-shows can be billed under defined rules if patients are notified in advance and sign…

Practice Management

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