More than 80% of physicians believe their diet is very healthy or somewhat healthy, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report,” published Feb. 13.
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Here's how much vacation time physicians take per year
Nearly half of physicians (44%) take three to four weeks of vacation per year, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report,” published Feb. 13.
Physician convicted of international money laundering scheme, importing illegal drugs
A Massachusetts physician has been convicted for his involvement in an international money laundering scheme involving importing illegal and misbranded drugs.
10 best, worst state capitals to live in
Austin, Texas, is the best state capital to live in, while Trenton, N.J., is the worst, according to personal finance website WalletHub.
California's noncompete notice deadline approaches
Employers with employees or former employees in California who are subject to noncompetition provisions must provide individualized written notice that the noncompetition clause or agreement is void by Feb. 14, law firm Constangy, Brooks, Smith & P…
Kentucky physician pleads guilty to $14M fraud scheme
A Kentucky physician has pleaded guilty to a $14 million Medicare fraud scheme in which he accepted kickbacks for medically unnecessary equipment and tests, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported Feb. 12.
Surgical tech companies eye ASCs for growth
Surgical tech companies are exploring ASCs as a key area for growth.
Man pleads guilty to $11M healthcare kickback scheme
A Florida man has admitted his role in a kickback scheme involving durable medical equipment that defrauded Medicare of more than $11 million.
The bankruptcies, acquisitions changing the physicians workforce
Here are three bankruptcies and acquisitions that are altering the physician workforce:
The 74 best hospitals for vascular surgery: Healthgrades
Healthgrades released its top 74 hospitals for vascular surgery in 2024.
