In a recent “Fierce Healthcare” article, the following three laws should be considered by both hospital physicians and physicians placed in hospitals, through outsourced physician services. • The Stark Law prevents a physician from making patient referrals to organizations in which he or she has a financial relationship. But there is an … [Read more...]
Laws that Hospital Physicians Should Consider
The Importance of Supporting Employed Physicians
There are pros and cons of flying solo when it comes to working in the physician service sector. On one hand, private practice physicians are given much more freedom than hospital-employed physicians, however managing the business-side of the private practice often takes away time away from providing patient care. "Becker's Hospital Review" … [Read more...]
More Physicians Partnering with Outsourcing Companies
Many physicians find that receiving the correct reimbursement (from the first billing submission for services rendered) to be a challenge, which is why many choose to work with companies that specialize in providing outsourced physician services. According to the American Medical Association, "the nation’s top three payors adhere to paying … [Read more...]
iPad Becoming More Physician-Friendly
Today, computers help doctors do much more than search and apply for physician employment opportunities. The iPad is advancing its electronic medical record (EMR) applications for its growing number of professionals in physician services. “Physicians and medical professionals have been some of the earliest adopters and strongest supporters of … [Read more...]
Primary Care Physicians the Core of ACOs?
Like many other health care analysts, Harold Miller, executive director of the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform and president and CEO of the Network for Regional Healthcare Improvement (in Pittsburgh, Pa), believes that America’s healthcare system can deliver on the promise of higher quality, lower costs, and greater patient access. … [Read more...]