An initiative by insurance companies to reduce high-cost doctor visits could cause physicians to abandon private practice and work for big hospital chains, independent practitioners are warning. They say the trend could drive up patient costs. Read the full article at Capitol Beat
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The California legislature just passed a bill that could make operating an independent physician practice much more difficult. Read More at Capitol Weekly
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An October 1 article in GI & Hepatology News cautioned physicians against partnering with private equity firms, warning that they target “quick profits and quick exits, which can be inconsistent with quality long-term patient care.” But several recent studies – and my own experience – show that affiliating with a private equity-backed management services organization
Dr. George Dickstein: Another View on Private Equity in GI Read More »
Imagine ordering your favorite entree at the neighborhood restaurant you’ve gone to for years. It’s the same dish, off the same menu, delivered by the same server. But suddenly, it costs 800% more – because the place just got new owners. Few diners would accept such naked price-gouging. And few restaurants could stay in business
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Physician affiliation appears to influence site of care costs, with hospital-based providers more likely to utilize higher-cost settings than independent practitioners, according to study results. Read the full article on Healio
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Physicians in Connecticut and around the country are sounding the alarm about a new policy by insurers they say could lead to lost revenue and increased administrative burden for providers, but confusion persists about how the policy will be enacted. Read the full article on CT Mirror
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SHREVEPORT, La. – Louisiana is projected to be short nearly 5,000 doctors by the year 2030. Already, 60 of the state’s 64 parishes don’t have enough physicians, leaving patients with fewer options and longer wait times for care. In many small rural towns, independent physicians are the backbone of the healthcare system, often the only
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Independent physicians continue offering patient care at lower costs than hospitals, according to a new study. “Physician Practice Affiliation Drives Site of Care Cost Differentials: An Opportunity to Reduce Healthcare Expenditures,” was published in the Journal of Market Access & Health Policy. Researchers sought to examine the relationships among practice models, sites of care and