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James Rickert
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At a recent symposium concerning both saving money and improving patient care, Health Affairs Editor-in Chief Susan Dentzer stated, “It is well established now that one can in fact improve the quality of health care and reduce the costs at the same time.” This is exactly the principle behind the growing movement toward patient-centered care. ... Read the rest of this entry »
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James Rickert
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With the Budget Control Act of 2011 now signed into law, health care lobbyists are preparing to fight any changes to federal programs that affect their constituents. One particular concern for physicians is the scheduled 30 percent cut to Medicare reimbursement mandated by the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) formula. Any attempt to waive these cuts will need... Read the rest of this entry »
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James Rickert
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It’s time for America’s physicians, particularly its highly paid procedural specialists, to make a choice. Are we primarily businessmen with a keen eye on the financial bottom line, or are we above all professionals, well versed in the healing arts and dedicated to our patients’ care, regardless of their circumstances? America’s medical system is breaking... Read the rest of this entry »
