A continued pattern of declining reimbursement amid already challenging economic circumstances has many physicians concerned about what the future holds. Here are three updates physicians should know about reimbursement rates:
Category: ASC News
Trump, Harris reveal plans for small businesses
The 2024 presidential race is heating up as election day draws near. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have unveiled economic policies and plans to support small business generation and growth.
Orthopedic surgeon wins $290,000 suit against health system
Matthew Friederichs, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, prevailed in his lawsuit against Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Sanford Health over a letter sent to patients after he resigned, according to the Grand Forks Herald.
5 solo practice recommendations for physicians
From being transparent to the proper Medicare setup, here are five important solo practice recommendations Becker’s has heard from physicians across the nation this year.
Delaware physician pays $1M+ to settle fraud claims
A Wilmington, Del., physician agreed to pay $1,080,000 to resolve allegations that he violated the False Claims Act.
Medicaid disenrollment surpasses 25M: 10 notes for ASC leaders
About 25.1 million people have been disenrolled from Medicaid as of Aug. 23, according to new data from KFF.
10 numbers making physicians optimistic
Here are 10 numbers showing signs of positive changes for physicians and the healthcare industry:
Car crashes into Illinois medical office building
A woman has been transported to a hospital after crashing into a medical office building under remodel in Gurnee, Ill., according to a Sept. 11 report from the Lake and McHenry County Scanner.
Specialties that spend the most, least time on EHRs
On average, physicians spend 5.8 hours working on EHRs for every eight hours they are treating patients, according to a Sept. 11 report from the American Medical Association.
Why outpatient growth is key for HCA
Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare has an average of 13 outpatient facilities for each hospital, CEO Sam Hazen said at recent healthcare conferences.
