Independent physician practices date back to the days when doctors would use a horse and buggy to make home visits to patients. These physicians took pride in serving the community and often received little compensation in return. As populations grew and cities became larger, physicians...

This year’s flu has been less virulent in some areas, much more so in others. Whether you have had a flu shot or not, influenza can result in serious complications including hospitalizations and even death.1 The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends annual influenza...

Anyone who has practiced as a healthcare professional in the U.S. has experienced burnout to one degree or another. As a pharmacist, I have experienced it myself, many times. In today’s healthcare environment, every clinician is a potential candidate for burnout. And the implications of...

A survey by the American Medical Association (AMA) indicated that 92% of clinicians report care delays because of prescriptions requiring prior authorization. Another 92% indicate prior authorization can have a negative impact on patient clinical outcomes. Practice Fusion, with Surescripts, encourages clinicians to implement electronic...