In the past five years, the total compensation of primary care physicians increased by more than 10%, nearly double that of specialty physicians, according to data released by the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA).
Does your hospital require a drug screen for physicians on the medical staff at initial appointment? Answer our new poll question to let us know. You...
The bureaucratic hassle of applying to different health plans is enough to keep some physicians from participating in Medicaid programs where reimbursement levels are lower than private plans, so some state health plan associations are finding ways to streamline the process.
Many medical staffs invest a considerable amount of time thinking about or actually developing and trying to implement ambulatory privileges. Before your medical staff does so, make sure to answer this questions: Are you required to have separate ambulatory privileges for those physicians...
In an effort to enhance management skills and improve patient outcomes, L.A. Care Health Plan is offering physicians a six-month training program to become better leaders.
