Today's Top 20 Stories
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How physicians deal with patients not paying their bills
Older physicians are more likely to drop patients after several attempts at payment, according to Medscape's "Young Physician Compensation Report 2023." -
The most rewarding part of young physicians' jobs
Gratitude from patients is the most rewarding part of young physicians' jobs, according to Medscape's "Young Physician Compensation Report 2023." -
What to know about physician contracts
Physicians interested in hospital employment need to consider employment contracts carefully — they have the power to change the course of their career, according to the American Medical Association.
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Another group of nurses votes to strike
Registered nurses at Beth Israel Lahey Health's Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, Mass., voted in favor of a three-day strike if hospital executives continue to fail to address long-standing issues. -
The 10 leading causes of death in the US
Nearly 3.5 million people died in the U.S. in 2021, with 74.5 percent of those deaths attributed to 10 causes, according to a report by USA Facts, an organization that analyzes government data. -
How to get ahead as a new physician, per healthcare recruiters
New physicians in search of their first job may not know where to start or how to succeed in their search. Four healthcare recruiters recently connected with Becker's to offer tips all young physicians should know. -
How COVID-19 impacted primary care patient volume
Independent practices experienced a smaller drop in patient volume than larger health systems at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent study published in the JAMA Health Forum.
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'Like we're entertainers': 4 physician voices on social media misuse
Medscape surveyed 1,671 physicians across 29 specialties on physician misbehavior in its 2023 "Physician Behavior Report." -
U of Missouri receives $16M grant to address rural physician shortage
The University of Missouri School of Medicine has received $16 million from the Health Resources and Services Administration to expand programing to address the shortage of physicians in rural Missouri. -
The issues driving healthcare strikes
A number of healthcare workers recently have gone on strike or authorized strikes. Here are some of the persistent issues contributing to the employees' decisions to strike. -
10 health systems, hospitals seeking chief medical officers
Here are 10 health systems that posted job listings seeking chief medical officers in the last month.
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8 social media tips for physicians
As social media continues to grow in popularity among all age groups, it can be both a help and a hindrance for physicians. -
The 5 worst states for women and children's health
Mississippi is the worst state for women and children's health, according to a recent report from the United Health Foundation's "America's Health Rankings." -
The 5 best states for women and children's health
Minnesota is the best state for women and children's health, according to a recent report from the United Health Foundation's "America's Health Rankings." -
Why 75,000 Kaiser Permanente workers are striking
More than 75,000 Kaiser Permanente workers have launched a strike Oct. 4 after their contract expired with no new labor agreement in place — marking the largest walkout by healthcare workers in the history of the United States. -
The 10 best health systems for physician well-being
The American Medical Association has recognized 72 healthcare organizations through its Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program. -
6 takeaways on women's health
Although more women of reproductive age are reporting high health status, they are still facing health challenges related to pregnancy and drug use, according to a recent report from the United Health Foundation's America's Health Rankings. -
Private equity company acquires stake in independent physician group
Healthcare-focused private equity company Ascend Capital Partners has acquired a majority stake in Seoul Medical Group, an independent physician association. -
The most challenging part of young physicians' jobs
Dealing with difficult patients is the most challenging part of young physicians' jobs, according to Medscape's "Young Physician Compensation Report 2023." -
The 10 highest-, lowest-paying states for CRNAs
Although the average annual salary among certified registered nurse anesthetists in the U.S. is $255,078, that figure varies greatly depending on which state one practices in, according to career website ZipRecruiter.
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