Medical Economics March 18, 2025
Neeraj Sharma

Burnout is caused by more than just the EHR

While physician burnout has declined from its peak during the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly half of all physicians still report experiencing it. Among the primary contributors of burnout, administrative burdens are cited as the leading cause. The consequences are severe —burnout leads to high turnover, staffing shortages, patient delays and increased medical errors, ultimately impacting patient care.

Beyond EHRs: The hidden challenge of payor directory compliance

Managing EHRs and patient communications are widely recognized as administrative challenges for physicians. However, there are lesser-known but equally burdensome tasks that significantly contribute to stress within practices. One of the most pressing is maintaining accurate practice information with payors and ensuring timely credentialing and recredentialing.

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