Health websites, social media, and email have changed patient access to information and physicians


Health websites, social media, and email have changed patient access to information and physicians


Possibility of repealing and replacing Sustainable Growth Rate Medicare reimbursement formula seems more likely than ever, say congressional lawmakers

Failure to have an updated Notice of Privacy Practices by September 23, 2013 could result in fines and penalties

Physician tips for maintaining a professional relationship with flirtatious patients

The federal act mandates disclosure of physician ownership and investments in healthcare manufacturers and group purchasing organizations


As otolarngology practices earn more income from meeting quality measures and patient satisfaction goals, dividing money among staffers becomes an increasingly important consideration
Physicians’ business associates can now face civil, criminal penalties for violating HIPAA confidentiality laws

Sites provide tool to market products, services, but comments hard to control