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The Sky Isn’t Falling, Yet
December 1, 2008
HMGs can brace for impact by brushing up on direct, indirect benefits
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The Bare Necessities
December 1, 2008
Know what is, what isn’t required for Medicare payment determinations
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Emergency Room Tension
November 2, 2008
Your hospital medicine questions answered
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Market Meltdown
November 2, 2008
As Wall Street collapses, HMG leaders can learn a valuable lesson
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We’re All in This Together
November 2, 2008
SHM seeks partnerships with hospitals, executives, Medicare, primary care physicians, and just about everyone
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One Size Does Not Fit All
November 2, 2008
Consider all factors when deciding between large and small hospital groups
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Reimbursement Rights
November 2, 2008
Billing and payment guidelines for non-physician provider services
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Mind Your Manners
November 2, 2008
A new Joint Commission standard addresses disruptive behavior
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First Paycheck Equals Investment Decisions
November 2, 2008
Salary-smart advice for residents and early career hospitalists
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Admitting to a Readmit Problem
October 1, 2008
Admitting to a Readmit Problem
We have a friendly disagreement within our hospitalist group. Some of our physicians believe we should track readmission rates. They believe it is a marker of quality. Others do not. What do you think?
Richard Mackiewicz, MD, New York, NY
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