Topic in Focus: Physician Well-being

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Virtual scribes cut physician EHR burdens by 16%

Scribes can cut the EHR burdens that drive doctor burnout, but squeezing them into the exam room is tough. Learn how virtual scribes could help.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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3 things to put in private practice contracts to boost recruiting

There’s more to your private practice’s physician employment contracts than pay and benefits. Learn about other issues that can attract talented doctors.

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Ears
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Want to reduce burnout among physicians? Ask them how

Health care organization leaders show they take physician burnout seriously with a sustained campaign that says, “We’re all ears.”

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Health system lands AMA well-being recognition on second try

 Learn how Allegheny Health Network received recognition for their work to reduce physician burnout after an initial setback.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Kaiser Permanente notches perfect score on disability inclusion

Learn how the integrated health system ensures it is an accessible and inclusive workplace for physicians and staffers with disabilities.

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Health Equity
Health System Spotlight
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Patients, physicians score important win in prior authorization rule

New CMS rule will cut care delays and administrative burdens long shouldered by physicians, saving practices an estimated $15 billion over the next decade.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Primary care visits run a half hour. Time on the EHR? 36 minutes

Of any specialty, primary care physicians spend the most time on the EHR. System-level change is needed to slash this burden that adds to burnout.

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Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the week: Understand your priorities for your next job

Find resources on physician career development and what to look for in your next practice. 

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Career Development
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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To ease physician burnout, boost staff training

At Confluence Health, staffers are helping to ease physicians’ EHR burdens. The effort is being noticed.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight