MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Modern Medicine Medical Economics' source. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:50:48 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3357750&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FAppointment-Wait-Time-Key-in-Choosing-Care-Setting%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F660998%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Appointment wait time was the most important factor in a patient's decision to seek medical care for a minor illness at a retail clinic or a traditional physician's office, according to research published in the March/April issue of the Annals of Family Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3357750 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3357750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3334117&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FThe-legal-40-return-on-investment-when-buying-a-pr%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F660184%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The U.S. economy is in turmoil, real estate values are generally down, the stock market has not fully recovered, and T-bill returns are miserly. Investors are looking for alternative, advantageous opportunities. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3334117 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3334117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3321338&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FStudy-Assesses-Costs-Related-to-Poor-Discectomy-Ou%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F659440%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The costs related to poor outcomes following discectomy may be underappreciated, and technologies to improve outcomes could be cost-neutral even at a considerable price, according to research published in the February issue of The Spine Journal. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3321338 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3321338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3310405&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FOne-Third-of-20-Somethings-in-US-Lack-Health-Insur%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F658864%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A large proportion of young adults in the United States are without health insurance, and men in this age group are more likely to be uninsured than women, according to a new report issued Feb. 24 by the National Center for Health Statistics. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3310405 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3310405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3301020&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FStrategies-Assist-Doctors-in-Saying-No-to-Patients%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F658360%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 When primary care physicians need to deny patient requests for tests and treatments, strategies that incorporate the patient perspective may be most effective, according to a study in the Feb. 22 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3301020 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3301020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3301022&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHospital-Acquired-Infections-Impose-Heavy-Burden%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F658355%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Hospital-acquired sepsis and pneumonia impose a significant financial and clinical burden, according to a study published in the Feb. 22 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, while another study found that hospitals that keep costs down do not necessarily have poorer quality of care or higher readmission rates. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3301022 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3301022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3301021&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPhysicians-Working-Fewer-Hours-for-Lower-Fees%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F658470%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Physicians in the United States have been working fewer hours for lower fees in the past decade, according to research published in the Feb. 24 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3301021 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3301021 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3297511&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FMedical-Checklists-Needed-to-Improve-Care-and-Outc%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F658187%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The checklists so common in aviation and many professions are underused in medicine and, if more widely adopted, would provide powerful tools to standardize care and improve patient outcomes, according to an article published Dec. 31 in Critical Care. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3297511 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3297511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3286685&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FCalifornia-limits-appointment-wait-times%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F657753%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Ten business days is the most time California private health plan members will have to wait for a non-urgent appointment with a primary care physician. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3286685 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3286685 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3268987&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FVesicoureteral-Reflux-Treatment-in-Children-Studie%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F657016%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The treating hospital is the most important factor affecting treatment choice in children with vesicoureteral reflux, a condition characterized by an abnormal flow of urine from the bladder back into the ureter, according to research published online Feb. 8 in Pediatrics. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3268987 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3268987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3257809&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FReimbursement-Changes-in-Office-Endoscopies-Studie%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F656120%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A 2005 increase in Medicare reimbursement to encourage office-based endoscopic surgeries for bladder cancer instead of more costly hospital surgeries had the unintended effect of disproportionately increasing in-office procedures and driving up Medicare costs, according to a study published online Feb. 8 in Cancer. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3257809 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3257809 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253565&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FDefinition-of-electronic-health-record-meaningful-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655759%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology released the proposed definition of "meaningful use" of an electronic health record system. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253565 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3278949&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2F2010-tax-guide-Strategies-to-lower-your-taxes-and-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655753%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Recent and anticipated tax law changes provide new opportunities to avoid overpaying taxes. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3278949 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3278949 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253579&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FDoctors-unhappy-with-nest-eggs-retiring-later%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655751%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The Great Recession is keeping doctors on the job longer, and they're not happy about it. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253579 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253578&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FDiscern-whether-a-bypass-trust-is-wise%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655766%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Bypass trusts are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253578 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253577&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2F2010-tax-guide-Strategies-to-lower-your-taxes-and-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655753%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Recent and anticipated tax law changes provide new opportunities to avoid overpaying taxes. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253577 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253576&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-choose-the-right-electronic-medical-record-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655762%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Do not purchase the wrong electronic medical record (EMR) system. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253576 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253575&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FEffective-way-to-provide-cardiovascular-testing-fo%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655763%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Field questions on ancillary services for cardiovascular disease here. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253575 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253574&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FDetermine-legality-of-paying-teenagers-with-Roth-I%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655752%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Payment for work with Roth IRAs is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253574 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253573&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-remove-an-item-from-a-credit-report%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655764%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Credit report blemish is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253573 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253572&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2F10-EHR-lessons-from-10-practices%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655757%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Medical Economics magazine asked 10 practices to reveal the best lessons learned from electronic health record adoption experiences. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253572 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253571&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FMost-Americans-blame-Congress-for-money-woes%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655756%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 About 72 percent of Americans assign some blame to Congress for their own financial woes. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253571 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253570&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHealth-care-spending-in-2008-grew-at-slowest-rate-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655761%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Health spending great 4.4 percent in the United States in 2008, the slowest growth rate since it was first tracked in 1960 according to the CMS. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253570 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253569&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-decipher-filing-limits-for-Medicare-claims%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655750%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Field questions on Medicare claims limits (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253569 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253568&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FState-Roundup-Minnesota-launches-addictive-drugs-d%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655760%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In January, Minnesota pharmacies were required to report data on addictive drugs to the Minnesota Prescription Monitoring Program. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253568 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253567&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Making-lists-work-for-you%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655758%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on how to create effective to-do lists. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253567 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253566&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-How-to-organize-your-personal-office%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655755%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on office space organization. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253566 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242769&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHealth-Care-Spending-Makes-Record-Leap-in-GDP-Shar%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655556%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A growth in health spending in 2009, coupled with a sagging economy, created the largest one-year jump in health care's share of the nation's gross domestic product since 1960, according to an article published online Feb. 4 in Health Affairs. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242769 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3242769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242771&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPositive-Dipstick-Heme-Results-Appear-to-Need-More%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655555%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Patients testing positive on dipstick heme tests should have confirmation with microscopic urinalysis before they're further evaluated or referred to a urologist, according to research published in the February issue of The Journal of Urology. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242771 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3242771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242770&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FCost-Barrier-Linked-to-Less-Health-Behavior-Counse%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655217%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 When patients are required to pay for previously free health behavior counseling, use of the services drops dramatically, according to research published online Feb. 2 in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242770 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3242770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3253580&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FDerms-discuss-how-economy-impacts-their-practices-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F655084%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 We asked a number of doctors around the country whether they are adding procedures, therapies or equipment to their practices this year, and how those plans are being impacted by economic conditions. While some dermatologists are being cautious, others are actually using the economic challenges to plan for the future of their businesses. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3253580 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3253580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242772&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FPresident-Proposes-911-Billion-Budget-for-HHS%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F654860%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 As part of his 2011 budget proposal, President Barack Obama has proposed $911 billion for the U.S. Health and Human Services Department, according to a Feb. 1 announcement by the secretary of Health and Human Services, Kathleen Sebelius. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242772 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3242772 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3230465&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FNew-Rules-Require-Parity-for-Mental-Health-Benefit%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F654585%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Group health plans will no longer be able to limit benefits for mental health or substance abuse disorders, or require patients to pay more for these benefits, according to new rules issued by the U.S. government on Jan. 29. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3230465 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3230465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3219399&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPolicies-on-Newborn-Hospital-Discharge-Updated%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F654178%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The length of the hospital stay for healthy term newborns should be based on a range of factors unique to each mother-child pair, according to a policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics published online Jan. 25 in Pediatrics. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3219399 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3219399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3219400&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEndocrinology%2FIncreased-Medicare-Copayments-Affect-Care-Usage%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F653939%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In elderly patients, increasing copayments for ambulatory care may result in adverse health consequences and increased health care spending, according to a study in the Jan. 28 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3219400 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3219400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265929&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHave-a-strategy-for-the-ICD-10-transition%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652949%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Learn how to transition to the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10). (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265929 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3265929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196695&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Discounting-services%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652940%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on how to charge people for their appointments in light of a tough economy. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196695 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196694&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FViewpoint-How-to-practice-your-dream-as-a-physicia%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652954%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Less than 10 years out of medical school, one primary care physician is living the dream—he does not accept insurance or Medicare, he won't file reimbursement paperwork for patients, and his practice is thriving. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196694 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196693&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Non-adherence-to-medication-recommendations%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652941%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on discharge letters. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196693 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196692&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FStudy-Pharmacists-medical-offices-that-work-togeth%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652953%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Collaboration among medical professionals improves medication adherence for patients with hypertension, a study shows. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196692 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196691&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FState-Roundup-Maine-launches-program-for-online-vi%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652946%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Maine launches a pilot program that offers online visits to patients of physicians at two medical centers. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196691 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196690&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FLearn-whether-to-establish-an-irrevocable-life-ins%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652951%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Life insurance trusts are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196690 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196689&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-run-a-cash-only-practice-and-thrive%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652945%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Brian Forrest, MD, explains how he arrived at a cash-only practice that does not accept insurance. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196689 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196688&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FUnderstand-the-ins-and-outs-of-universal-life-insu%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652948%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 How to know whether universal life insurance is necessary is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196688 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196687&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHave-a-strategy-to-ICD-10-codes%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652949%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Learn about the process of transitioning to the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10). (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196687 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196687 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196686&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHealth-and-Human-Services-department-starts-on-pay%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652943%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 HHS began seeking bids to create a national, all-payer, all-claims database to use for comparative effectiveness research. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196686 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196685&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FResearch-firm-ranks-medical-IT-software-vendors%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652950%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Greenway Medical PrimeSuite Chart took top honors in multiple categories in research firm KLAS' annual rankings of the best-performing healthcare IT software and service vendors. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196685 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196685 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196684&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Billing-a-secondary-insurance-company%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652956%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on secondary insurance billing. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196684 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196683&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FCut-in-Medicare-fees-was-averted-due-to-defense-sp%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652947%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A 21 percent reduction in physicians' Medicare fees was temporarily dismissed thanks to a defense spending bill signed by the President in December. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196683 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196683 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196696&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FRising-Psoriasis-Therapy-Costs-Far-Outstrip-Inflat%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652753%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The price of brand-name drugs, and thus the overall cost of treating systemic psoriasis, rose steeply from 2000 to 2008, with the average 66 percent price hike far outstripping the rate of inflation over the same period, according to a study in the January issue of the Archives of Dermatology. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196696 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3196697&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FSociety-of-Critical-Care-Medicine-Jan-9-13-2010%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F652238%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3196697 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3196697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3170469&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FLengthy-Army-Deployments-Affect-Spouses-Mental-Hea%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F651873%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Wives of U.S. Army soldiers who have prolonged deployments to combat zones may have a higher risk of receiving a mental health diagnosis. In addition, injured soldiers who receive morphine during trauma care may have a lower risk of subsequently developing post-traumatic stress disorder, according to two studies in the Jan. 14 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3170469 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3170469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3166202&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FBiomedical-Research-Funding-Shows-Decline-in-2008%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F651596%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 After increasing since 1994, annual funding for biomedical research topped out at $90.2 billion in 2007 and began to decline in 2008, according to a study in the Jan. 13 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3166202 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3166202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3166201&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEndocrinology%2FFunding-Linked-to-State-Obesity-Legislation%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F651591%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 States receiving funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's obesity-related programs were more likely to pass obesity-related legislation, according to research published in the January issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3166201 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3166201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3222480&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FGynecologic%2BOncology%2FPrivacy-security-issues-more-challenging-with-a-to%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650659%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Healthcare providers can receive incentives for adopting electronic health records (EHR), but the federal government is also mandating tighter controls over patient information and data. Failure to comply with strengthened requirements can mean stiffened penalties, lawsuits, audits, fines, loss of reputation and other costly consequences. A special package of articles, checklists and links to other sources can help you navigate the thicket of new information and changes while protecting your patients and yourself. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3222480 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3222480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162853&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FWeight-Linked-to-Response-to-Weight-Loss-Solicitat%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F651202%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Young adults who believe they have weight problems were more likely to open "spam" e-mails regarding weight loss and buy products from them, according to research published in the January issue of the Southern Medical Journal. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162853 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3162853 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159218&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEnews%2FCMS-issues-meaningful-use-regulations-for-EHRs%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F651003%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) are seeking public comment on two regulations that lay a foundation for improving quality, efficiency, and safety through meaningful use of certified EHR technology, the agencies said. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159218 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159218 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159233&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPatient-safety-ratings-have-improved-in-the-last-1%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650836%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Patient safety improvements in the last 10 years received a grade of B-minus. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159233 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159232&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FMaking-decision-to-allow-child-to-die-in-comfort-o%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650828%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Upon entering the cancer patient's home, it was clear that this dying girl's family lived and breathed--existed--solely to take care of her. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159232 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159231&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FImpact-of-Depression-on-Work-Performance-Measured%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F651023%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Employees with depression are more likely to have time off from work and have impaired work performance, according to a study in the January/February issue of the American Journal of Health Promotion. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159231 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159230&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Is-capitation-the-right-call%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650838%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on managed care capitated plans when planning for retirement. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159230 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159229&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-When-to-accept-a-capitation-offer%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650837%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on whether to accept managed care capitated contracts. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159229 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159228&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FLearn-how-to-supplement-your-retirement-plan%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650835%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Retirement plan supplementation is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159228 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159227&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPrimary-care-practices-are-too-small-for-Medicare-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650834%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Most primary care physicians work in practices with too few Medicare patients to measure differences of quality and cost performance. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159227 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159226&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-save-time-see-more-patients-and-make-more-m%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650831%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 There is no reason you can't provide high quality care in a timely fashion. Ten to 15 minutes is plenty. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159226 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159226 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159225&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-code-for-care-of-hospice-patients-for-e-pre%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650843%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Various areas of coding, including hospice patients, e-prescribing and tuberculosis test results, are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159225 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159224&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-How-to-pay-down-debt%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650830%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Paying off student loan debt is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159224 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159223&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FSurvey-ranks-electronic-health-records-physician-s%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650833%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Dissatisfaction with health records is widespread among physicians, but a recent study has found that physicians do not grade all systems equally in terms of performance and satisfaction. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159223 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159222&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FUnderstand-the-2010-changes-in-current-procedural-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650841%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The American Medical Association (AMA) changes in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding from year to year can have an enormous effect on any practice. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159222 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159221&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FConsumer-driven-health-plans-have-low-but-growing-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650842%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In 2009, 4 percent of the population was enrolled in a consumer-driven health plan. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159221 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159220&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Just-how-much-money-do-you-need-to-retire%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650832%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 How to know whether to retire is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159220 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159219&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FOne-physician-learns-firsthand-that-you-are-never-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650839%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In-flight medical events are in an area of medicine that is often overlooked but occurring more and more. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159219 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3159219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3152316&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FNurse-Visits-in-Infancy-May-Lead-to-Less-Criminal-%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650717%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The female children of young, low-income women have better educational and economic prospects, and are less likely to commit crimes, if they receive nurse visits during infancy, according to a follow-up study in the January issue of the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3152316 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3152316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3148285&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FAdherence-to-HIV-Drugs-May-Reduce-Overall-Medical-%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F650394%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In resource-poor settings, high adherence to antiretroviral therapy is associated with reduced overall direct health care costs, especially those associated with hospitalization, according to a study in the Jan. 5 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3148285 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3148285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3222481&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FPersonal%2BFinance%2F150-Best-Financial-Advisers-for-Doctors-2010%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F648001%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Are you a money pro who has helped your physician clients weather the economic storm? Nominate yourself for Medical Economics' annual "Best Financial Advisers for Doctors" issue. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3222481 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3222481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3126106&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FCommission-certifies-first-EHR-products-for-Medica%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649425%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The Certification Commission for Health Information Technology has announced the first electronic health record products to be certified under its CCHIT Certified 2011 Comprehensive and Preliminary ARRA 2011 programs. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3126106 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3126106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3126107&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FResearch-firm-names-top-EHR-practice-management-sy%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649436%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Orem, Utah-based research firm KLAS released its annual rankings of the best-performing healthcare IT software and services vendors. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3126107 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3126107 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3126108&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FSurveillance-Can-Reduce-Treatment-in-Mild-Hip-Dysp%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649666%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In infants with mildly dysplastic hips, active surveillance for six weeks, as opposed to immediate abduction splinting can reduce the need for treatment yet lead to similar results at 1 year of age, according to research published online Dec. 21 in Pediatrics. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3126108 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3126108 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103846&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Protecting-against-identity-theft%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649094%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Identity theft is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103846 Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103860&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQuality-investment-help-can-be-a-bargain%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649088%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Know what you're looking for when seeking a personal financial adviser. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103860 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103859&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FOperating-free-clinics-while-running-your-traditio%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649087%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In one such free clinic model, called Project Access, physicians donate appointment slots in their offices, allowing them to practice in familiar surroundings without the restrictions of free clinics. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103859 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103859 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103858&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FAAFP-Coke-pact-draws-fire%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649097%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In the wake of Coca-Cola doling out a large-sum grant for a consumer health website operated by the AAFP, controversy has ensued. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103858 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103857&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-focus-more-attention-on-profits-in-tight-ec%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649086%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 More practices are streamlining billing and collection programs, as a result of the recession. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103857 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103856&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FViewpoint-Analysis-of-the-free-market-incentive-mo%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649090%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Tighter government control and expanded regulation are likely to occur in the near future, even if fundamental healthcare reform doesn't materialize. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103856 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103855&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Can-I-discount-my-fees%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649089%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on fee discounting. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103855 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103855 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103854&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FProcess-nurse-visits-phone-services-properly%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649091%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Various areas of coding, including nurse visits and phone services, are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103854 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103854 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103853&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FForgoing-malpractice-insurance-is-not-the-best-sol%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649085%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Going bare, or going without malpractice insurance, can leave you exposed to financial disaster. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103853 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103853 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103852&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Claiming-economic-hardship-now-harder%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649083%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A discussion of economic hardship to defer loans is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103852 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103851&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Profiting-from-Medicares-e-prescribing-premi%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649081%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on Medicare e-prescribing. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103851 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103850&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQampA-Protecting-your-assets%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649096%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Asset protection is addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103850 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103849&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHospital-physicians-in-high-demand%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649095%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A survey of hospital chief executive officers showed that 95 percent report a shortage of physicians in the U.S. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103849 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103848&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FNCQA-plans-to-revise-medical-home-standards%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649084%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The NCQA plans to update its evaluation program of medical practices pertaining to patient-centered medical home demonstration programs. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103848 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103847&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FEmergency-departments-miss-triage-times%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F649098%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Percent of patients in the emergency department seen by a physician within the recommended triage time is at its lowest point in at least 10 years. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103847 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3095624&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPrimary-Care-Teaching-Centers-Mooted-to-Boost-Work%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F648749%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A system of primary care teaching health centers within expanded community health centers could help solve the current staffing crisis and boost the number of physicians working in underserved areas, according to a proposal published online Dec. 14 in the Annals of Internal Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3095624 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3095624 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3091753&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FAmerican-Association-for-Respiratory-Care-Dec-5-8-%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F648621%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3091753 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3091753 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3091754&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FEmergency-Room-Reliance-Examined-in-Adolescents%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F648510%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Emergency department reliance, the percentage of health care visits occurring in the emergency department, may provide information on whether children who are frequent emergency department users lack sufficient access to primary care, according to research published online Dec. 14 in Pediatrics. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3091754 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3091754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3078196&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FMyocardial-Perfusion-Imaging-Judging-Method-Evalua%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F647850%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Evaluating the appropriateness of myocardial perfusion imaging is possible in a clinical setting using an automated system, which may help reduce imaging overuse, according to research published online Dec. 10 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3078196 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3078196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3074404&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FQuality-Varies-on-Internet-Urological-Cancer-Infor%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F647612%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The quality of Web sites providing information about urological cancers may have improved in recent years, but many sites offer reason for concern, according to research published in the November issue of Urology. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3074404 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3074404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3074405&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FInternet-Addicted-Teens-More-Likely-to-Harm-Themse%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F647609%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Adolescents who are addicted to the Internet may be more likely to harm themselves as compared to their counterparts without Internet addiction, according to a study in the December issue of Injury Prevention. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3074405 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3074405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3325912&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-decipher-PQRI-protocol-how-to-handle-same-d%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644705%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Various areas of coding, including PQRI measures, ophthalmology consults, are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3325912 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3325912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3066064&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FCCE%253A%2BDementia%2FClincal-Centers-of-Excellence-Dementia%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644707%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 This month's Clinical Centers of Excellence series features facilities offering comprehensive diagnostic modalities and treatments including investigational protocols for dementia. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3066064 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3066064 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055451&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-decipher-PQRI-protocol%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644705%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Various areas of coding, including PQRI measures, ophthalmology consults, are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055451 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055451 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055450&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FBusiness%2BLaw%253A%2BBuy%252FSell%2BAgreements%2FConsiderations-when-buying-a-practice%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644961%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 IRA conversion, practice buying considerations are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055450 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055449&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FViewpoint-How-to-handle-a-death-in-the-family-and-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644711%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 No one educates young physicians on how to tell your own family that someone is dying or how to balance your grief and sadness with your family's request for medical knowledge. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055449 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055448&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FWhen-does-converting-an-IRA-make-sense%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644713%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 IRA conversion, practice buying considerations are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055448 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055448 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055447&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FCoding-versus-billing-skills%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644715%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on coding and billing skills, as well as what to consider before taking the job. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055447 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055447 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055446&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FCCE%253A%2BDementia%2FFocus-on-dementia%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644707%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 This month's Clinical Centers of Excellence series features facilities offering comprehensive diagnostic modalities and treatments including investigational protocols for dementia. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055446 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055446 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055445&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FBoost-your-practices-technology-savvy%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644708%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Although much attention is being paid to software solutions, gadget and tool providers continue to release new equipment options. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055445 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055444&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FThings-to-consider-before-accepting-a-job-offer%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644965%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Get your questions answered on coding and billing skills, as well as what to consider before taking the job. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055444 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3055444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3051361&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FRural-Residents-More-Likely-to-Have-Total-Joint-Re%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F645400%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Medicare beneficiaries living in rural areas may be more likely to have total knee or hip replacement surgery than urban beneficiaries, contrary to factors that would suggest the opposite relationship, according to research published in the December issue of Arthritis & Rheumatism. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3051361 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3051361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3051360&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FMore-Preterm-Births-in-Lower-Socioeconomic-Areas%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F645258%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 English women living in areas of reduced socioeconomic status are more likely to give birth prematurely compared to their higher-status counterparts, but survival rates and neonatal care are similar across different socioeconomic groups, indicating equity of access to neonatal health services, according to a study published online Dec. 2 in BMJ. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3051360 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3051360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043456&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEnews%2FHouse-votes-to-eliminate-Medicare-physician-pay-fo%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644498%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that would abandon the current Medicare physician payment formula and allow future rates to increase based more closely on physicians? costs, a revision that is expected to cost approximately $210 billion over 10 years. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043456 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:16:26 +0100 3043456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3047205&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FRSNA-Remote-Diagnosis-Feasible-for-Acute-Appendici%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F645054%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A handheld device or mobile phone equipped with special software may enable radiologists to accurately diagnose acute appendicitis from a remote site, according to research presented this week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, held from Nov. 29 to Dec. 4 in Chicago. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3047205 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3047205 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043455&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEnews%2FMedicare-PQRI-incentives-total-more-than-92-millio%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F644502%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 More than 85,000 physicians and other eligible professionals who successfully reported quality-related data to Medicare under the 2008 Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI) received incentive payments totaling more than $92 million, significantly above the $36 million paid in 2007, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043455 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3043455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3038993&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FPhysician-smartphone-adoption-rate-to-reach-81-in-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643658%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Physician smartphone adoption rates will experience significant growth over the next few years, according to the latest physician report from Manhattan Research. Currently, 64 percent of U.S. physicians own smartphones, but this rate will increase to 81 percent in 2012, according to the report. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3038993 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3038993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025546&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHome-Based-Care-Effective-for-Advanced-HIV-Infecti%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643988%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Home-based antiretroviral care is as effective as facility-based care for Ugandan patients with advanced HIV infection at much lower cost to the patient, according to a study published online Nov. 24 in The Lancet. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025546 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3022128&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPreventive-care-coding-explained%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643726%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Various areas of coding, including preventive care, smoking cessation, are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3022128 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3022128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043457&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FPreventive-care-coding-for-smoking-cessation-expla%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643726%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Various areas of coding, including preventive care, smoking cessation, are addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043457 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3043457 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025551&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-to-handle-insurer-requests-for-more-informatio%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643718%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 What to do with presented with requests from insurance companies for more patient information (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025551 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025550&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FAnalysis-Taking-a-stand-against-pharmas-samples%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643725%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 A new trend in medical institutions nationwide has physicians prohibiting drug samples based on ethical concerns and research that shows the free drugs come with a price. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025550 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025550 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025549&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FSurvey-Malpractice-premiums%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643717%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In the past decade, there was a sharp increase in medical liability premiums, but recently, malpractice insurance has started to level off, indicating a potential new trend. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025549 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025549 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025548&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FTax-obligations-while-traning-overseas%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643842%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Disability insurance, disability policy cost and tax obligations while training overseas are all addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025548 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025548 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025547&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FDisability-policy-cost-for-women-versus-men%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643825%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Disability insurance, disability policy cost and tax obligations while training overseas are all addressed (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025547 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3007054&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FUninsured-Show-Higher-Risk-for-Death-Following-Tra%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F642674%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 People who suffer traumatic injury and don't have health insurance have an increased mortality risk compared to those who are insured, according to a study in the November issue of the Archives of Surgery. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3007054 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3007054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2991961&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEnews%2FCMS-Medicare-conversion-factor-will-drop-212-in-20%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F641754%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Unless Congress takes action, physicians paid under the Medicare fee schedule face another significant pay cut in 2010. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2991961 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2991961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2991962&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHousing-Improvements-Linked-to-Improvements-in-Hea%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F641797%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Better housing conditions -- especially warmth and energy-efficiency improvements -- are generally associated with better health, according to a study the November issue of the American Journal of Public Health. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2991962 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2991962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2984011&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FAMA-launches-flu-website-for-physicians-patients%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F640766%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 The American Medical Association has launched AMAfluhelp.org to improve physician-patient communication and the coordination of care. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2984011 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2984011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2984010&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FGE-Healthcare-launches-connectivity-business-unit%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F640773%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 GE Healthcare has launched a new business unit designed to improve healthcare systems connectivity for clinicians and patients. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2984010 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2984010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2984013&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FWider-Income-Gap-May-Mean-Poorer-Health-for-Everyb%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F641143%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Income inequality has an adverse outcome on health, and narrowing the divide between the rich and poor yields health benefits across society, not just to the poor, according to a study published online Nov. 10 in BMJ. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2984013 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2984013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2984012&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FJob-Satisfaction-Essential-to-Elders-Work-Force-Re%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F641015%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Because retirement may reduce the burden of workers' self-perceived health problems, improved conditions for workers approaching retirement are essential to maintain labor-market participation, according to a study published online Nov. 9 in The Lancet. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2984012 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2984012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025556&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FSurvey-Medicare-Part-B-is-the-easiest%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643922%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Medicare Part B causes medical groups the least amount of hassle, according to a survey of 1,700 practices released at the Medical Group Management Association?s annual conference in Denver last month. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025556 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025556 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025555&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FMore-practices-looking-to-be-acquired%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643923%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Economic and health reform uncertainty have more primary care practices considering selling to hospitals, according to discussion at the 2009 Medical Group Management Association annual conference in Denver last month. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025555 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025555 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025554&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FGuide-to-health-savings-accounts%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F641550%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 HSAs are a tax-free, interest-bearing investment tool in which funds deposited can be spent only on qualified health services. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025554 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025553&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FMedical%2BEconomics%2FContract-should-ensure-EHR-compliance%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F643924%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Practices making the plunge into electronic health records prior to the final definition of "meaningful use" should require the EHR contract guarantee the system will meet those requirements. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025553 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3025552&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHow-an-integrated-care-group-turns-the-tide-agains%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F641553%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Holston Medical Group employs team-based strategy to treat patients with cardiometabolic disorders. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3025552 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3025552 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2953634&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FMedicaid-Enrollment-Common-Among-Overdose-Deaths%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F638310%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Nearly half of patients who overdosed on prescription opioid painkillers in Washington state in the past few years were Medicaid recipients, according to a report in the Oct. 30 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2953634 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2953634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2953635&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FIDSA-Gender-Linked-to-Late-HIV-Diagnosis-in-Minori%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F638309%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Among heterosexual minorities in the South with HIV, gender is the strongest factor associated with late diagnosis, according to research presented at the annual meeting of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, held from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1 in Philadelphia. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2953635 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2953635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2946220&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FUninsured-Children-May-Be-More-Likely-to-Die-in-th%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F638141%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In-hospital all-cause mortality is higher among uninsured children than among those who have insurance, according to a study published in the October issue of the Journal of Public Health. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2946220 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2946220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2942492&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FCash-only-patients-name-their-price-on-doctor-fee-%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F636487%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 After a successful pilot program in the Seattle area, a website that matches cash-paying patients to healthcare providers is slated to launch nationwide on November 2. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2942492 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2942492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3103861&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FPatients-see-benefits-of-e-mail-and-web-communicat%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F636485%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Patients are willing to use e-mail and physicians' websites to communicate with their doctors in an effort to save time, as long as they do not have to pay for the ability. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3103861 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3103861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2942493&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FPatients-see-benefits-of-e-mail-and-web-communicat%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F636485%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Patients are willing to use e-mail and physicians? websites to communicate with their doctors in an effort to save time, as long as they do not have to pay for the ability. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2942493 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2942493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2933560&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FHomelessness-Marginal-Housing-Affect-Mortality-Ris%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F636879%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 People living in shelters for the homeless and other marginal housing such as rooming houses and hotels are at higher risk of mortality than low income status alone can account for, according to a study published Oct. 26 in BMJ. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2933560 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2933560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2915208&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FSources-Find-Different-Numbers-of-Active-Physician%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F635632%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Estimates from U.S. Census Bureau surveys find fewer older physicians remaining active compared with the American Medical Association Physician Masterfile data, according to research published in the Oct. 21 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2915208 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2915208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2911293&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FSNS-Web-Surfing-Linked-to-Brain-Function-in-Older-%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F635323%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 In middle-aged and older adults who have minimal experience with the Internet, Web surfing for a short period of time may improve brain function, according to research presented this week at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, held from Oct. 17 to 21 in Chicago. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2911293 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2911293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2897744&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FSurvey-reveals-attitudes-about-health-care-informa%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F633118%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Health-care information technology (HIT) has the potential to cut costs, increase access and improve quality in the U.S. health care system, according to results of a Harris Interactive survey of a nationwide sample of 2,200 adults aged at least 18 years commissioned by the Career College Association and TechAmerica. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2897744 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2897744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2897746&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNews%2FElectronic-alerts-do-not-necessarily-ensure-timely%2FArticleStandard%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F633114%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Abnormal results on outpatient imaging tests sometimes may not receive timely follow-up even when clinicians receive and read results in an advanced, integrated electronic medical record system, according to a report in the Archives of Internal Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2897746 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2897746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2897745&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FStudy-Finds-Endoscopists-Can-Safely-Sedate-With-Pr%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F634565%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Endoscopists can safely sedate patients with propofol during gastroenterological procedures, according to a study in the October issue of Gastroenterology. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2897745 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2897745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2889475&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FEndocrinology%2FLifestyle-Counseling-May-Help-Obese-With-Weight-Lo%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F633745%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Lifestyle counseling from a clinical practitioner targeting prevention of weight gain may help overweight and obese individuals lose or maintain their weight, according to the results of a Dutch randomized control trial published in the October issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2889475 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2889475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878583&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FModern%2BMedicine%2BNow%2FVaccinating-Boys-for-HPV-Is-Not-Found-to-Be-Cost-E%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F633064%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 Vaccinating boys against human papillomavirus exceeds value for money thresholds based on the information currently available, according to a study published online Oct. 8 in BMJ. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878583 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2878583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878585&cid=s_38163_51_f&fid=38163&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.modernmedicine.com%2Fmodernmedicine%2FManaged%2BCare%2FOral-Vaccine-May-Help-Prevent-Endemic-Cholera%2FArticleNewsFeed%2FArticle%2Fdetail%2F633188%3FcontextCategoryId%3D40145%26ref%3D25 An inexpensive, locally-produced oral cholera vaccine may benefit populations threatened by endemic cholera, according to a double-blind Indian study published online Oct. 9 in The Lancet. (Source: Modern Medicine Medical Economics) Modern Medicine Medical Economics info http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878585 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2878585