The bipartisan SUPPORT Act isn’t universally loved, but it does address issues that make it difficult for physicians to offer effective treatments ...
As Congress confirmed Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court after a bitter partisan battle, physicians on both sides of the aisle spoke up for their...
Health care is preparing for a move toward capitated care. But will the move include accountable care organizations? Some industry experts say what...
A willingness to explore previously unthinkable ideas is evident amid a generational shift and a growing concern about how best to keep patients he...
An investigation finds that an uneven mix of state rules allows some deaths and injuries to go unexamined, and exiled doctors to keep working.
Understanding the legal and regulatory framework of health care is an essential component of the physician leader’s role. Here’s some of what’s imp...
The regulatory landscape presents opportunities for physician leaders to promote change that contributes to value — and helps the industry move in ...
Medical staffs seldom receive training on advance directives — which can lead to catastrophic error. Physician leaders must be aware.
Dialysis patients in the country illegally are receiving suboptimal care because of their immigration status, and it's taking a burnout toll on som...
Take a step-by-step look at how a medical malpractice civil case plays out and learn what parts of the process can be particularly rough for physic...
Patients are charged a flat fee for basic care, providing a safety net for those with limited means. But there’s a big catch customers don’t always...
Amid the deconstruction of "Obamacare," public opinion and physician leaders seem to be moving toward a national health plan. But if it ever does m...
