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May/June 2025

This article reviews the economic and political developments of the first quarter of 2025 and provides insights into the anticipated trends for the second quarter of 2025.

May 7, 2025

A patient experienced longer waits for appointments and was surprised when their doctor transitioned to a concierge model that requires annual fees. This change is a response to primary care shortages and aims to reduce patient loads, but it also inc...

April 22, 2025

Healthcare affiliation deals must consider structure, economics, and governance. PE-backed transactions differ in valuation, short-term goals, and compensation strategies but share common goals of quality care, ROI, and growth.

In a SoundPractice podcast, Michael J. Sacopulos and Dr. Lee Scheinbart discuss the evolving role of CMOs, emphasizing financial literacy's importance for physician leaders.

March 30, 2025

Discover the ins and outs of private equity in healthcare and learn about its impacts, challenges, and future trends.

This article reviews the economic and political developments of the fourth quarter of 2024 and provides insights into the anticipated trends for the first quarter of 2025.

March 9, 2025

Investing in business property has pros and cons. Owning offers control and portfolio diversification but increases risk and responsibility. Leasing provides flexibility but less control. Evaluate costs and terms carefully.

U.S. healthcare spending has outpaced GDP, reaching 19.4% by 2027. Aging populations and lack of price regulation drive costs. Significant price variations and little correlation between price and quality contribute to waste. Consumers face higher ou...

Healthcare entrepreneurs need to rethink sales and marketing, focus on education, networking, and branding.

February 23, 2025

Current prior authorization processes can create significant barriers to necessary medical treatment, causing frustration and potential harm to patients. This underscores the need for reforms and legislative action to streamline these processes, ensu...

Rising clinical claim denials are straining healthcare finances, but informed clinical leaders can turn the tide by understanding denial trends and root causes to secure timely payments.

January 17, 2025

Explore the marketing funnel's stages to attract, convert, and retain patients in medical practices, from awareness to advocacy, enhancing patient engagement.

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