Prior authorization is ‘wreaking havoc’: AMA survey
(By Mariah Taylor for B ecker’s Hospital Review ) Prior authorization is “wreaking havoc” on patient outcomes, physician burnout and
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Primary Care
Where patients go when primary care waits are too long
(By Mariah Taylor for Becker’s Hospital Review ) A growing number of Americans cannot access primary care when it is
Read MoreMedicare’s push to improve chronic care attracts businesses, but not many doctors
(By Phil Galewitz and Holly K. Hacker for NPR) Carrie Lester looks forward to the phone call every Thursday from
Read More3 ways Medicare Advantage affects primary care physicians
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) There are few statistically significant differences between the way primary care physicians
Read MoreCMS adds new ACO model: 5 things to know
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) CMS will introduce a new payment model designed to spur innovation in
Read More8 notes on the nation’s geriatrician shortage and what’s driving it
(By Erica Carbajal for Becker’s Hospital Review ) Adults 65 and older account for nearly half of hospital admissions, and
Read MorePrimary care shortages linked to more emergency surgeries: Study
(By Erica Carbajal for Becker’s Hospital Review ) People who live in areas where primary care provider shortages are more
Read MoreWhy primary care may cost less in Medicare Advantage
(By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) Selective contracting with primary care physicians may be one factor behind lower
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