Many Physicians Dissatisfied With EHR Systems
Compared with survey 5 years earlier, fewer physicians report being satisfied or very satisfied.
Policy
Health Spending to Increase by About 6% by 2024 in U.S.
Increase due to ACA coverage expansions, faster economic growth and the population aging.
AMA Requests Clinician Perspectives on EHRs, Meaningful Use Program
Doctors are encouraged to share stories and email Congress members.
Encouraging Use of Patient Portals
Suggestions include training staff on portal use and showing patients how to use the portal.
Insurance Coverage Influences Receipt of Preventive Services
Insurance is major factor in determining receipt of preventive services.
What to Consider When Selecting EHR Systems
Work flow, features and functionality, and technical infrastructure should all be considered.
Supreme Court Upholds Tax Subsidies for Affordable Care Act
Ruling preserves tax credits for 6.4 million people in 34 states.
FDA Moves Against Online Sales of Counterfeit Medicines, Devices
International effort takes aim at more than 1,050 websites.
CMS Competitive Bidding Hurts Medicare Beneficiaries With Diabetes
Competitive bidding reduces access to diabetes supplies and increases mortality for Medicare patients.
Medical Device ‘Hacking’: An Emerging Concern
Government agencies are considering a stronger regulatory role in ensuring that connected medical devices can’t be “hacked.”
