News
ITL: Physician Reviews of HM-Relevant Research
- Deb Dewaay, MD;
- Keri Holmes-Maybank, MD;
- Kristin Wise, MD;
- Pamela Charity, MD
November 1, 2012
Increased risk of acute myocardial infarction after hip/knee surgery; preoperative alcohol cessation minimizes complications of elective surgery in heavy alcohol users; early laparoscopic cholecystectomy is safe and effective for gallstone pancreatitis; low-dose steroids in shock; pharmacist intervention did not reduce medication errors after discharge
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Opinion
Win Whitcomb: Hospital Readmissions Penalties Start Now
- Winthrop Whitcomb, MD, MHM
October 1, 2012
Hospitals must meet October 1st deadline for complying with the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services' Hospital Readmission Reduction Program or risk financial penalties
News
Hospitalists Play Integral Roles in HHS-Funded Innovation Projects
September 5, 2012
Three unique approaches offer additional layers of patient support, reduce readmissions and costs
News
SHM Opposes Bill Eliminating Key Federal Agency
August 29, 2012
Legislation would eliminate funding for the Agency for Health Care Research and Quality
News
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Budget Cuts Threaten Doctor-Aid Programs
August 9, 2012
As new programs to promote recruitment, training, and placement of more PCPs move forward, others are threatened with funding decreases or elimination
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News
Established Performance Metrics Help CMS Expand Its Value-Based Purchasing Program
- Christopher Guadagnino, PhD
July 31, 2012
CMS is marching toward a value-based payment modifier program that will adjust physician reimbursement based on the relative quality and efficiency of care they provide.
News
Videoconferencing in Medical Settings Takes Off
July 31, 2012
Advanced video technology in medical settings is more acceptable and affordable, but hurdles remain.
News
By the Numbers: 2024
July 3, 2012
The year Medicare becomes insolvent
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Audio
Early Returns: ACOs Improve Management of Patient Populations, Offer Short-Term Savings
June 12, 2012
Opportunities to be more efficient are largely under care of hospitalists, ACO director says
News
CER: Friend or Foe?
- Christopher Guadagnino, PhD
May 25, 2012
Nationwide push is helping comparative-effectiveness research gain traction—and funding.