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A majority of physicians now take part in an ACO

In less than a decade, accountable care organization participation has become more common. Find out which physicians and practice types are more likely to join ACOs.

Payment & Delivery Models
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Thinking about joining an ACO? What your practice needs to know

Successful ACO participation starts with up-to-date knowledge on how the arrangements have changed, including new emphasis on potential downside risk.

Payment & Delivery Models
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These 4 workflow changes help cut burnout by 45%

An efficient health care workflow can reduce physician burnout by nearly half. Find out how to implement workflow optimization.

Physician Health
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Medical students: Find your place in fast-moving health systems

The health care system is changing fast, and future physicians need to understand their role and ethical obligations in helping ensure patients’ health and well-being is maximized, while the costs are minimized, in an environment that provides a patient-centered experience.

Med School Life
David Buchanan, MD
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Medicare-only Oak Street Health isn’t shy about taking big risks

Treating complex patients in underserved areas is a tough proposition. Oak Street Health’s chief clinical officer offers insight on how to succeed.

Payment & Delivery Models
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3 overlooked ways to make your private practice more efficient

Conduct better team meetings, plan ahead for smoother patient visits and make prescription renewals a once-a-year task.

Private Practices
Kevin Hopkins, MD
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It takes a team to prevent doctor burnout. Meet the players.

When it comes to mitigating and preventing physician burnout, doctors cannot do it alone. Learn how a team-based approach can rise to the task.

Physician Health
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Medicaid value-based care: Should your practice take part?

States are infusing Medicaid programs with value-based design concepts. The AMA helps you understand the risks and opportunities these programs offer

Medicare & Medicaid
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New branch in medicine's ivory tower: scholar of wellness

To establish a group of experts to help reduce physician burnout and improve well-being, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine created a new pathway. Find out more about their new program.

Physician Health