More concern over P4P
P4P is no different. Please read the article. It expands on the ideas that Daniel Pink has include in his book Drive.
Health care reform depends on reforming the payment system and working conditions for physicians
Over the next two days I will participate in ACP’s two large policy committees. We will work on these issues.
Morning report acid-base story part 1
Evaluate a patient with ulcerative colitis, PSC, dyspnea, and acid-base imbalance for further diagnosis and treatment planning.
On chasing zebras
Great comment on my high value cost conscious care post that accuses academics for excessive zebra hunting.
Obsessed with a Mark Knopfler song
I hope that some readers already share my obsession and love of his music. He sings for me, and probably for you.
Anti-Southern Bigotry
If you are open-minded, y’all come on down. You will be surprised. Living here allows you to daily have a pleasant quality of life.
More thoughts on high value, cost conscious care
The article promotes high-value, cost-conscious care by emphasizing thorough patient exams, avoiding unnecessary tests.
High value, cost conscious care – the antithesis of too much care
Improving healthcare requires convincing insurers and Medicare to pay the right people appropriately for better outcomes.
Performance measurement – what has it wraught?
Performance measurement oversimplifies complex medical decision-making, leading to negative unintended consequences and undermining patient care quality.
Statins and fatigue
Patients often stop taking statins due to perceived side effects like decreased energy, despite improved cholesterol, challenging primary prevention strategies.