June 2008
Monthly Archive
Mon 30 Jun 2008
CMS selects communities for Medicare EHR bonus pilot project
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Only 4% of doctors have an extensive, fully functional electronic health records system, a new survey finds.
Mon 30 Jun 2008
Massachusetts doctors sue, saying ranking program is flawed
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The physicians question the methods used to grade their performances. Program administrators say nationally recognized quality standards are used.
Mon 30 Jun 2008
AMA tool kit helps doctors measure, boost patient comprehension
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The program assists physicians and hospitals in gauging if their message is getting through to patients with poor English and reading skills.
Mon 30 Jun 2008
A beefed-up scholarship program now offers a $20,000 signing bonus as well as full tuition and an increased monthly stipend.
Mon 30 Jun 2008
AMA meeting: Physicians demand greater oversight of doctors of nursing
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Delegates also voted for increased supervision of midwifery practice.