Apr
12
New York and Texas beef up incentives to draw more physicians to areas lacking adequate medical care.
Apr
12
The state bans drug- and device-makers' gifts to doctors and forces pay disclosures.
Apr
12
Meanwhile, Georgia's noneconomic damage cap likely will head to that state's Supreme Court after a trial court declared the award limit unconstitutional.
Apr
12
The $23 million effort, backed by the federal government and private philanthropy, builds on success in Michigan ICUs.
Apr
12
A new study says hospital use rates are dismal, but some experts say federal stimulus money -- and physician cooperation -- could boost technology adoption.
Apr
12
Many physicians say proposed funding cuts to the private plans are long overdue, but supporters fear cuts could cause disruptions in care.
Apr
12
Health insurers make a counteroffer to a national public health plan, while the AMA and a diverse coalition of groups have their own ideas.
Apr
12
The country's largest private-pay insurer and other plans are hearing calls from doctors and legislators to be accountable for using the controversial Ingenix database.
Apr
12
Physicians object to the broad application of the "red flag" rules and say they were not forewarned properly. Enforcement begins May 1.
Apr
5
The agency says physician awareness of flu strains circulating in their areas can help doctors make better choices about antivirals.