Reading Time: 2 minutes In a remarkable turn of events, the healthcare industry witnessed unprecedented growth in 2023, adding over 650,000 jobs, marking its most substantial expansion in over three decades. This surge, outlined in a report by nonprofit research consultancy Altarum, not only signifies a remarkable revival but also underscores the sector’s resilience in the face of challenging […]
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Breaking Down the CDC Report: U.S. Health Workers and the Mental Health Crisis A new CDC study aimed to investigate and analyze the mental health challenges faced by U.S. health workers, particularly during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The study used data from the General Social Survey Quality of Worklife Module, comparing responses from 2018 […]
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Reading Time: 2 minutes In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the surge in telemedicine, accelerated by the post-COVID era, has prompted a critical examination of its impact on physicians. This study delves into the association between telemedicine expansion and the electronic health record (EHR) burden, unraveling key insights that illuminate the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. As we navigate […]
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Reading Time: < 1 minute A study done by researchers at JAMA Network Open asked 1373 physicians over three different survey periods (2017, 2019, 2021) and found significantly higher burnout rates year after year. Specifically, higher burnout rates in groups of female physicians compared to male counterparts and primary care physicians compared to providers in other specialties. Medical workplace burnout […]
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Reading Time: 2 minutes The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to the healthcare sector, prompting a need to examine its impact on patient care experiences. An original investigation titled “Changes in Patient Experiences of Hospital Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic” delves into this crucial aspect. This study, published in JAMA Health Forum, sought to assess alterations in patient experiences […]
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Reading Time: 4 minutes In a January 2022 study that was conducted by the American Medical Association, the Mayo Clinic, Stanford University, and the University of Colorado School of Medicine that regarded healthcare burnout: Researchers from these institutions surveyed 2,500 U.S. physicians and found: 62.8% of physicians had at least one manifestation of burnout in 2021, compared with 38.2% […]
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Reading Time: 5 minutes Introduction Welcome to our blog series addressing healthcare burnout. At Billed Right, we understand the importance of managing healthcare burnout and its impact on healthcare providers and patients alike. As trusted advisors and strategic partners in healthcare workflow and management, we are dedicated to providing valuable insights and solutions to support healthcare professionals in managing […]
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