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Chicago physician sentenced for false claims, prescribing opioids without an exam 

Chicago physician Eliza Diaconescu, MD, has been sentenced to prison for prescribing opioids to patients without an exam and then billing for the purported treatment, the U.S. Justice Department said July 17. 

Physicians Realty Trust marks 10th anniversary

Healthcare real estate company Physicians Realty Trust is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange, which occurred July 19, 2013. 

EyeCare Partners taps executive medical officer

Management services organization EyeCare Partners has added Daniel Miller, MD, as its inaugural executive medical officer. 

Top hospitals for gastrointestinal care in Florida

Florida is home to nine of the best hospitals for gastrointestinal care, according to Healthgrades.

How 4 ASC chain giants gained power

From acquisitions to new deals, here is how four major ASC chains have recently gained power.

American Physician Partners closing: What ASCs need to know 

Medical staffing company American Physician Partners is closing and will transition to its hospital contracts. 

Online scheduling leads to higher rates of patient care

Practices that adopt intelligent scheduling solutions have an average increase of 5 to 10 percent in physician utilization, according to a new analysis by patient scheduling platform Relatient. 

ASC physician owner surrenders license after allegedly storing expired medicine

Plastic surgeon Boris Bergus, MD, has surrendered his license following several alleged violations, including prescribing medications with a suspended license and storing expired medications, Providence Business News reported July 18. 

Avertix Medical adds Dr. Ian Meredith to board of directors

Ian Meredith, MD, has joined healthcare technology company Avertix Medical’s board of directors. 

'This is a slap in the face to physicians': Reactions to CMS' pay cut proposal

Physicians and patients alike may face challenges due to CMS’ suggested 3.34 percent conversion factor decrease from its proposed Medicare physician fee schedule for 2024.