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The World According to Physicians and Nurse Practitioners
A survey published in the New England Journal of Medicine finds that physicians and nurse practitioners have different perspectives on their respective value to and place in the health system.
Has the Cost Curve Bent?
A new analysis published in Health Affairs suggests that the recent slowdown in national health spending growth may persist, as it appears to be due to factors other than just the economic downturn.
IMS Report on Drug Use in 2012
IMS released its annual report on use of prescription medicines and trends in the industry. The report finds that in 2012 both prescriptions and spending declined, which may be beneficial or may reflect underuse due to cost concerns.
Rand Research on the Benefits of Integrated Care.
A new paper from Rand looks at the effect of integrated care on a variety of outcomes, including provider and patient satisfaction, quality and costs.
How Much Does Socioeconomic Status Affect Medical Costs?
An analysis of claims and other data from three Massachusetts health plans reveals that socioeconomic status seems to have little to do with relative physician costs of care.
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