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Privacy, security issues more challenging with a tougher HIPAA, growing cyber risks

Healthcare providers can receive incentives for adopting electronic health records (EHR), but the federal government is also mandating tighter controls over patient information and data. Failure to comply with strengthened requirements can mean stiffened penalties, lawsuits, audits, fines, loss of reputation and other costly consequences. A special package of articles, checklists and links to other sources can help you navigate the thicket of new information and changes while protecting your patients and yourself.

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10 EHR lessons from 10 practices

Medical Economics magazine asked 10 practices to reveal the best lessons learned from electronic health record adoption experiences.

How to choose the 'right' electronic medical record system

Do not purchase the wrong electronic medical record (EMR) system.

Have a strategy to ICD-10 codes

Learn about the process of transitioning to the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10).

How to run a cash-only practice and thrive

Brian Forrest, MD, explains how he arrived at a cash-only practice that does not accept insurance.

150 Best Financial Advisers for Doctors 2010

Deadline extended until February 12. Are you a money pro who has helped your physician clients weather the economic storm? Nominate yourself for Medical Economics' annual "Best Financial Advisers for Doctors" issue.