In 2024, 34 billionaires who made their wealth in the healthcare industry were featured on Forbes’ annual list of the richest people in the world.
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5 more hospitals shuttering services
As hospitals face soaring supply and labor costs and labor shortages, some are forced to shutter services.
How much alcohol physicians drink: Medscape
Twenty-eight percent of physicians consume less than one drink a week, according to Medscape’s Feb. 13 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report 2024.”
Personal, family time higher priority for younger physicians
A vast majority of physicians 45 and under (78%) believe that it is very important to prioritize personal and family time amid busy work schedules, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report,” published Feb. 13.
What NPs earn per hour in all 50 states
Although the national average hourly pay for nurse practitioners is $59.94, that number could be more than 20% greater — or 20% less — depending on the state one practices in, according to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics employment survey.
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How physicians are taking charge of their mental health
The most common thing physicians do to maintain their mental and physical health is spend time with friends and family, according to a recent survey by Medscape.
CMS' final interoperability, prior authorization rules: What to know
Last month, CMS published its Interoperability and Prior Authorization final rule, which applies to Medicare Advantage organizations, state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program plans, Medicaid managed care plans, CHIP managed care entities …
Which physician specialties have the happiest marriages?
Medscape laid out physician specialties with the happiest marriages in its Feb. 13 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report 2024.”
What kind of cars do physicians drive?
Seventeen percent of physicians drive Toyotas, according to Medscape’s Feb. 13 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report 2024.”
How physicians feel about their diet, weight
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.
