March 29th 2013
The narrowing difference between operating cost and total medical revenue has eased, buying some time for practices to adjust their business models and perhaps survive.
February 6th 2013
Community practice viability may hinge on understanding and adapting to more aggressive payer involvement
January 9th 2013
Since recovery audit contractors are paid a contingency fee for locating discrepancies, they are quickly becoming viewed as bounty hunters by many practices.
November 30th 2012
Oncologists should be aware that the need to refer patients between ACO members can raise legal issues for practices and should consider two key laws before participating.
October 31st 2012
Community oncologists must weigh multiple factors when deciding to consolidate or remain independent.
October 9th 2012
Driven by changes in reimbursement and standards of care, independent community oncology practices continue to dwindle.