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17 fast facts on prior authorization
Below are 17 things to know on prior authorization that Becker’s has reported on:
11 numbers ophthalmologists need to know
Though one of the top 10 happiest physician specialties, ophthalmologists are still in short supply.
Pennsylvania hospital debuts GI Genius module
St. Luke’s Carbon Campus in Weissport East, Pa., which is part of Bethlehem, Pa.-based St. Luke’s University Health Network, now offers Medtronic’s artificial intelligence-assisted polyp detection device GI Genius, tnonline.com reported April 4.
FDA detects sterilization issues at recalled eye drop manufacturing facility
A new report from the FDA alleges that Global Pharma Healthcare, manufacturer of the recalled EzriCare Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops, did not follow the proper protocol to prevent product contamination at its production facilities, according to …
Cardiology suicide report: 6 things to know
While 1 percent of cardiologists have attempted suicide, an additional 8 percent have thought about attempting suicide, according to Medscape’s 2023 “Cardiologist Suicide Report,” which looked at survey results from over 9,100 practicing physicians acr…
Boston Scientific closes on $615M Apollo Endosurgery deal
Boston Scientific has closed on its $615 million acquisition of gastroenterology device company Apollo Endosurgery.
The case for — and against — expanding the scope of physician assistants and nurse practitioners
States from coast to coast and national healthcare organizations have proposed legislation to lessen restrictions placed on advanced practice providers when providing care — but not everyone is on board.
The case for — and against — lessening restrictions on physician assistants and nurse practitioners
States from coast to coast and national healthcare organizations have proposed legislation to lessen restrictions placed on advanced practice providers when providing care — but not everyone is on board.
Why investors are eyeing these 3 specialties
Investors are keeping their eye on gastroenterology, cardiology and orthopedics, according to McDermott Health’s “2023 Physician Practice Management” report.
Louisiana physician sentenced for controlled substance distribution
Former Baton Rouge, La.-based physician Randy Lamartiniere, MD, was sentenced to 180 months in prison for illegal controlled substance distribution, the Justice Department said April 4.
