As temperatures drop, the leaves begin to change, and the scent of pumpkin spice fills the air. Plus, it’s a clear sign that flu season is just around the corner. Here’s what you need to know about flu season 2024, including who needs a vaccine, symptoms to watch out for, and practical tips to ensure that you and your family are prepared. What is the Flu? The flu, also called influenza, is a contagious respiratory virus. Its symptoms can be similar to the common cold, but they’re generally more severe. Unlike a cold, the flu can lead to serious complications,
Transitioning to value-based care (VBC) models may be daunting in the short term, but medical practices can expect to reap an abundance of long-term benefits for patients, staff, and their community. As VBC takes center stage as the future of healthcare, it is America’s physicians who are key to its successful adoption. As a physician leader, it is understandable that you are concerned about your practice’s readiness to make the shift. Leading efforts to set up a VBC model and pay arrangements is no small task. As payers drive VBC, providers are being thrust into the role of implementers, the
CMS recently finalized policy updates for Medicare Advantage plans, which will significantly impact how practices manage risk and allocate resources. Here’s what to expect in 2024.