Jeff Lagasse
More than half of the respondents cited software and technology as one of their top three strategic priorities, a big leap from last year.
The strongest predictors of burnout include workload, census divisions, age, specialties and practice settings.
As MA plan options continue to grow, retention and competition for new members are even more critical.
EHR systems rated as being difficult to operate did not perform well in safety tests, which suggests the need to optimize EHRs for ease of use.
This average rate decrease will lower total premiums by an estimated $130 million, says Blue Cross NC.
Participating practices outperformed the market in rates of control of diabetes, as well as screening rates for various cancers.
BCBSM will be expanding a program that streamlines prior authorization for physicians by exempting them from third-party processes.
Facilities and insurers would be compelled to list the prices they charge patients and PBMs to disclose rebates and discounts.