With physicians seeing more and more patients on a daily basis, it’s easier to simply refill prescription based on patient phone calls, making it easier for patients to commit drug fraud.

At the end of 2012 some rather advantageous tax provisions are set to expire. While there's no magical place to put your money to avoid estate taxes, there are some strategies you can employ.

The concept of the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) has received its share of attention as the cure for what ails the American health care system. But how does a medical practice ensure a successful transition to the PCMH model?

The old saying that there’s no such thing as a free lunch applies even to so-called free apps. As a physician you should know what you're getting yourself into when you use them and share information.

Before you shred old medical files, there are some legal considerations to take. State requirements vary on how long a physician needs to retain files before they can be destroyed, but it could also hurt the physician to keep those files beyond the required retention time.

Adopting a safety culture in a medical practice is a difficult process that includes getting everyone on board with and willing to implement changes.

Busy physicians are often going from patient to patient and touching their mobile devices in between. Here are some washable covers to eliminate the danger of cross-contamination.

As the clock winds down on the 2011 tax year, now is the time for physicians to look at their financial situations and consult tax and accounting experts.

The philosophy that seeing is believing is as true in medicine as it is with everything else in life. So it’s no wonder that more and more physicians posting videos on their medical practice websites.

Whether through home-based monitoring devices or simple email and follow-up phone calls, it's easier than ever for physicians and patients to stay in contact with one another.