3 Ways to Improve Patients’ Financial Literacy Medical debt, an increasingly prevalent burden, has seeped into nearly 1-in-5 U.S. households, revealing a stark reality: the struggle with overdue medical bills is not confined to the fringes but is a middle-class predicament affecting approximately 17 million people. This alarming statistic underscores a deeper issue in our
Billing for Patient Messages to Clinicians Is Increasing During the pandemic, healthcare systems swiftly transitioned to virtual care, facilitated by relaxed Medicare regulations promoting telehealth use. This change, however, led to a significant increase in electronic messages sent to providers, burdening clinicians with additional, often uncompensated, after-hours work to manage the influx. When healthcare organizations
International Medical Graduate Section Meeting Monday, January 29 – 7:00 PM This meeting will be held virtually via ZOOM. Please contact [email protected] for the ZOOM link for this meeting.
Women Physicians Leadership Academy Join MSSNY and MESF for the March 2024 Women Physicians Leadership Academy, a series of virtual leadership webinars for physicians, residents, and med students. This academy will be held over a series of Saturdays in March (March 2, 9, 16) from 7:45-11:15 am. The Fall sessions (October 21, 28, and November
Uncovering the Impact of Patient-Provider Miscommunication Are you aware that nearly half of patients struggle with healthcare communications, impacting their health and satisfaction? A recent Artera survey involving over 2,000 patients reveals startling insights into the challenges faced in patient-provider communication. A significant 43% report negative health impacts due to communication barriers, while 60% would
Are You a Health Care Change Agent Looking to Improve Practice Efficiencies? AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy is hosting a Saving Time: Practice Innovation Boot Camp on March 4-5, 2024 in Chicago, IL. This in-person event is perfect for health care change agents looking to improve practice efficiencies and eliminate unnecessary work. Participants will gain
Navigating Physician Reimbursement Cuts and the Future of Healthcare in 2024 In 2023, while most employees saw wage increases, physicians faced a different reality with consistent cuts in reimbursements. Following a 2% reduction in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule in 2023, doctors are bracing for an additional 3.37% cut in 2024. These financial pressures come
Health Advisory: NYS Department of Health Recommends Masking in Healthcare and Residential Facilities The New York State Department of Health has issued a critical health advisory for healthcare providers and facilities due to a significant rise in influenza and COVID-19 cases, partly driven by the emergence of a new SARS-CoV-2 variant. They recommend implementing a facility-wide
Extended Deadline! Call for Abstracts: MSSNY Announces Its 17th Annual Poster Symposium MSSNY will hold its 17th Annual Medical Student/Resident/Fellow Poster Symposium on Friday, April 12 in conjunction with their House of Delegates at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale. The deadline for abstract submissions has been extended to Wednesday, January 17 at 4 PM. Details can
Mastering the Art of Mentorship and Avoid Getting Burned Out While mentorship is incredibly rewarding, it can become overwhelming and lead to burnout if not managed effectively. In Harvard Business Review's latest article, they unveil five battle-tested strategies to help you navigate the world of mentorship more efficiently and sustainably throughout your career. Team-Based Mentorship: Instead
