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A database is expected to provide information on ways to help older people with daily living.
Nov
30
Significant effort is focused on improving precision of the risk-scoring system based on Framingham Heart Study data.
Nov
30
The medical society says pay reductions from the state's Blues plan threaten physician supply and patient access.
Nov
30
In the wake of multiple high-profile cases of snooping, the state cracks down on unauthorized looks at medical files.
Nov
30
The house also endorses initiatives to reduce medical waste and build more eco-friendly health facilities and products.
Nov
30
The CEJA open forum also explored the potential conflict of interest facing doctors who are employed by nurses or PAs.
Nov
30
Physicians should spurn any ownership or leasing arrangements that require patient referrals or prohibit recommending competitors.
Nov
30
The AMA will ask for a one-year hold on the Joint Commission rule. Delegates seek to shift the focus to behavior that harms patients.
Nov
30
Delegates said bans on both practices would promote safety and protect patients.
Nov
30
Delegates have begun looking at alternative pay options to replace the current formula.