Jennifer Lubell

AMA Affiliated Groups

Contributing News Writer,
Authors

Jennifer Lubell is a freelance writer in the Washington, D.C., area. She has written about health care practice trends and policy and clinical research for more than two decades, penning stories for MDedge, Medscape, Modern Healthcare and other publications.

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Private Practices

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4 MIN READ

Virtual assistants can boost efficiency for private practices

With the proper training at your physician private practice, remote personnel can ease the burdens of billing, prior authorization and more. 
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Digital

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6 MIN READ

4 ways Ochsner is improving postpartum BP metrics virtually

With improvements in hypertension in pregnancy, Ochsner Health’s Connected MOM program looks to include other diseases and address health equity. 
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Office of International Relations

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6 MIN READ

Declaration of Helsinki revised to modernize research ethics standards

World Medical Association’s ethical research standards modernized on 60th anniversary to address evolving risks, ensure respect for all participants.
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Public Health

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4 MIN READ

Add 2 hours of daily activity, cut 2 hours of TV for good health

Being more physically active each day increases the odds of healthy aging by 6%. More sleep was also important, says a JAMA Network Open study.
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Private Practices

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4 MIN READ

Engage physicians to get your private practice’s claims paid

One-third of outpatient commercial claims go unpaid at 90 days. The physician’s role in improving private practices’ revenue-cycle management is key.
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Public Health

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6 MIN READ

4 steps to care for patients with prolonged symptoms of Lyme disease

A new AMA toolkit aims to help physicians provide better care for patients with prolonged symptoms and concerns about Lyme disease. 
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Public Health

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4 MIN READ

Another form of mammography for breast-cancer detection

Contrast-enhanced mammography can help find breast cancers regular mammograms may miss. Learn how University of Iowa Health Care has put it into practice.
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Population Care

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6 MIN READ

Have candid talks with patients about breast-cancer screening

Two Confluence Health physicians describe how to use shared decision-making for starting and determining frequency of mammogram screening.