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American Medical NewsInsurers' profit strategy becomes flashpoint in health reform debate
A note sent by Goldman Sachs to investors about health plans' rate hikes and willingness to drop customers drew quick reaction from the Obama administration.
Brides turn to doctors to help them look better for big day
Some physicians have responded by targeting their services to this niche market. But ethicists say doctors must be careful in their approaches.
Medicare audits to be expanded
Obama directs all federal agencies to intensify claims review in a fraud-fighting effort. A separate proposal for physicians to pose as patients prompts AMA concerns.
Health reform provisions poll well, even if bills do not
Public opposition to congressional reform measures outweighs support, but bipartisan backing exists for key elements of the legislation.
EMR meaningful use rules need to be more flexible, doctor groups say
Smaller rural practices are particularly vulnerable to losing out on federal electronic records subsidies, states a letter from the AMA and other physician organizations.
Parents of dying children may ask doctors to hasten death
As physicians struggle with such appeals, a new study recommends a team approach to better manage pediatric cancer patients' pain and parents' distress.
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