Electronic Medical Records Save Money! (Never Mind)
Electronic medical records (EMR) were supposed to rewire the medical grid. It…
The Cost of Colonoscopy: A New Payment Model
There is a steady push to change the way that physicians are…
The Cost of Treating Uninsured Care – The Whistleblower Weighs In
Last week, I posted on whether physicians should modify their medical…
The Cost of Treating Uninsured Patients
I treat uninsured patients and insured folks who face high deductibles who…
Why Road Rage Should Make Us Feel Good
My personal paradox is that I have railed against the intrusion and…
Do Physicians Lie?
Yes. Professions that heretofore enjoyed public admiration for pursuing noble work and…
Government Wants Patients to Report Medical Mistakes – Is This a Mistake?
I’m all for enhancing patient safety. Count me in on reducing…
New Indication for Colonoscopy: High Value Target Captured.
This past week, I had a once-in-a-career event. Indeed, if I…
Reduce Hospital Readmission Rates or Else!
I attended a medical staff meeting recently. These are required meetings…