Physician Shortages Drive Increased Reliance on Advanced Practice Providers
Explore how physician shortages and budget pressures are increasing reliance on advanced practice providers and reshaping healthcare leadership strategies.
Trump Administration's H-1B Visa Fee Impact on Healthcare Workforce and Hospital Trends
The Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee poses challenges for the healthcare workforce, especially in rural areas, amid hospital closures, regulatory penalties, and healthcare market shifts.
Medicare Fee Schedule Changes Signal Reimbursement Cuts for Many Physicians
Medicare's updated physician fee schedule includes efficiency adjustments and recalculations that will reduce payments for many doctors, impacting physician income and patient access. Workforce shortages and policy adjustments underscore significant challenges in Medicare reimbursement.
Evaluating Advanced Practice Providers as Solutions to Physician Shortages and Budget Challenges
Healthcare leaders are assessing if Advanced Practice Providers can solve physician shortages and budget pressures amid rising healthcare costs.
Rising Primary Care Physician Exits from Medicare Signal Access Concerns
Analysis shows rising exits of primary care physicians from Medicare fee-for-service, highlighting access challenges for older adults and shifts to Medicare Advantage and direct primary care models.
Medicaid Cuts in OBBB Legislation Intensify U.S. Caregiver Workforce Strain
Recent Medicaid funding cuts under OBBB legislation are worsening the caregiver shortage in the U.S., impacting nursing homes, paid and unpaid caregivers, and long-term care access. Explore the implications for healthcare providers and policymakers.
Advanced Practice Providers Address Physician Shortages and Healthcare Workforce Challenges
Explore how Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) help mitigate physician shortages and support healthcare workforce strategies amid budget constraints. Insights into nurse leadership and healthcare communication.
New Bill Proposes 14,000 Medicare Residency Slots to Address Physician Shortage
The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 seeks to add 14,000 Medicare-funded residency slots over seven years to combat the growing U.S. physician shortage, with a focus on rural and underserved communities.
Medicare Advantage Enrollment Growth Slows in 2025, For-Profit Plans Dominate
Medicare Advantage enrollment growth slows in 2025 with for-profit plans covering three-quarters of beneficiaries. Quality ratings decline and workforce shortages drive interest in advanced practice providers and AI solutions.