Becker's Healthcare September 13, 2024
An overinterpretation of state and federal regulations often creates unnecessary work for physicians, according to the American Medical Association.
This busywork leads to substantial costs for health systems and hospitals, the AMA said. For example, a change that saves physicians one hour per day can save a health system nearly $40,000 per physician per year.
To bolster well-being and decrease burnout among health system physicians, the AMA shared six tips to reduce this burden in a Sept. 12 article. Here are the recommended steps for physician leaders:
1. Encourage prescribers to write chronic medication prescriptions for the maximum allowed length of time. Laws vary by state, from 12 months to 24 months, but offering the maximum supply...
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