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Novel Metrics Suggested for Assessing EHR Use
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Novel metrics have been developed to assess electronic health record use and are described in an opinion article published online Oct. 9 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Embezzlement Widespread in Medical Practices
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Embezzlement is widespread among medical practices, and knowing the warning signs is helpful for preventing it, according to an article published in Medical Economics.
Minimal Evidence for Electronic Communication Guidelines
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Minimal evidence is available for guidelines for electronic communication between patients and providers, according to research published online Aug. 28 in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association.
Proactive Approach Encouraged for Online Patient Reviews
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Most patients are using online reviews as a first step to finding a new doctor, with 65 percent forming an opinion from reading one to six reviews, according to a report published in Medical Economics.
Considerable Global Disparities Found in Access to Dermatological Care
Factors Identified in Disparities of Response to Patient Messages
Physical Exams May Not Reliably Diagnose Pediatric Pneumonia
Small Change in Hours Benefits Emergency Physicians Working Night Shifts
Substantial Uptick Seen in Private Equity-Affiliated Fertility Clinics Since 2013
Model Developed for Predicting Missed Appointments in Primary Care
Patient Care Experience Worse After Private Equity Acquisition of Hospitals
Psychologists ID Financial, Administrative Barriers to Accepting Insurance