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11/01/2004

Healthcare inflation is rising at two to three times the rate of general inflation. Government and payer managed-care systems have not lowered healthcare costs. Instead, to reduce premiums, employers now pass on more cost to their employees. With consumers paying more, a major shift toward meeting consumer rather than government or payer standards will take place within the next decade. The emphasis: holding the line or lowering costs.

Weigh your options in foreign stocks

11/01/2004

A lack of enthusiasm for domestic investments in the current economy may force some to search abroad for higher returns. But currency conversions, the lack of financial reports from foreign companies, and nonexistent listings in American exchanges can make foreign stock purchases complicated. So how do you get a hold of foreign stocks? Use the following information as you consider investing in overseas companies.

E/M audits: See the steps you should take to sidestep trouble when your carrier compares your utilization to that of your peers

10/25/2004

GAO: Medicare program has power to alter payment update formula for far-off relief

10/25/2004

CMS's calculation of malpractice data tilts against high-risk specialties, physician organizations say

10/25/2004

Reduce your denials and win the appeals game

10/25/2004

Specialty Snapshot: Dermatology

10/25/2004

Response rate much higher for second CMS error rate

10/25/2004

8 contractors chosen to replace fair hearing appeals

10/25/2004

Be sure your carrier has your specialty listed correctly

10/25/2004

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