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COVID-19: Dramatic changes to telepsychiatry rules and regs
“Clinicians need to be aware of these changes so they can ensure they are reaching as many people as possible,” said Dr. John Torous.
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A decade of telemedicine policy has advanced in just 2 weeks
User-friendly technology and the relaxed telehealth restrictions have made it fairly simple for patients and physicians to connect.
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Advice from the front lines: How cancer centers can cope with COVID-19
The medical director of the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance offers advice for cancer centers dealing with COVID-19.
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Maintaining cancer care in the face of COVID-19
Oncologists are moving cancer patients to other hospitals, reevaluating the need for cancer treatments, and embracing telemedicine to protect...
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Firings, furloughs, and pay cuts in advance of COVID-19 surge
Despite almost $200 billion earmarked for hospital systems in the recently passed federal stimulus package, many hospitals are still in dire...
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CMS implements temporary regulatory changes to aid COVID-19 response
The regulatory relief includes the ability for ambulatory surgery centers to bill as hospitals and more widespread use of telehealth.
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U.S. lifts visa halt to boost COVID-19 physician workforce
The move may also help physicians extend their visas.
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Before the COVID-19 surge hits your facility, take steps to boost capacity
Communication about resource allocation can ease workforce anxiety amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Guidelines on delaying cancer surgery during COVID-19
The American College of Surgeons has issued new guidelines for cancer surgery in the era of COVID-19.
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Step 1 scoring moves to pass/fail: Hospitalists’ role and unintended consequences
The change to a pass/fail Step 1 exam will likely do little to address the expanding gulf between the UME and GME communities.