A working paper from George Mason University argues the provider workforce needs to modernize medical school education, welcome foreign-trained physicians, hire more nonphysicians, and embrace emerging technology.
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Solving Workforce Woes: 4 Practical Reforms Providers Should Consider
A working paper from George Mason University argues the provider workforce needs to modernize medical school education, welcome foreign-trained physicians, hire more nonphysicians, and embrace emerging technology. 
 

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Do EHRs Save on Administrative Costs? Study Contradicts Expectations
Early on, the belief that EHRs would reduce administrative costs for providers was widespread. A study says that hasn't been the case. But it may not be the fault of EHRs themselves.
How Much Does a CAUTI Cost?
The prevailing notion that a catheter-associated urinary tract infection costs about $1,000 is 'an underestimate and an oversimplification,' say two researchers. Some CAUTIs cost $10,000 or more.
 

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California state regulators are investigating Aetna's coverage decisions and whether physicians properly review claims. The concerns may be overblown, however.
CMS Pushed to Extend ACO Track 1 Option
Providers associations warn that ACOs unready to assume downside risk will drop out of the program if CMS does not extend Track 1 for a third agreement period.
Children on Medicaid and CHIP Have More Affordable Care than Private
Medicaid and CHIP children with special needs have access to care comparable to those on private insurance. Their care is more affordable, though their families experience other hardships.
 

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For nurses, sexual harassment from patients is ‘par for the course’
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Nurses at two western Mass. hospitals call off strikes as contract talks continue
Source: New England Public Radio
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Source: NPR
House arrest, probation for fake nurse who worked in St. Louis hospital
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