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Laser Interstitial Thermotherapy (LITT) with ‘Mini’ Craniotomy: An Option for ‘Inoperable’ Brain Tumors

Ohio’s Medical Marijuana Law Leaves Doctors Hungry for More Information

Gregory M. Beddell, MD: Plastic/Reconstructive Surgeon Joins WRHP

The Orthopedic Institute at Summa Health: Easy Access, Excellent Care

University Hospitals Fights Cancer with the Power of Protons

Unity Health Network Continues to Expand

General Surgeon Joins Western Reserve Hospital Physicians

Metabolic Surgery for Diabetes

Dramatic Proposed Changes to Impact Estate and Gift Tax Planning

A Checklist for MACRA

Allan M. Boike, DPM, FACFAS: Celebrating a Century of Excellence at KSUCPM

In 1916, Americans danced to the phonograph, John D. Rockefeller became the world’s first billionaire, and more people rode a horse or walked to work than drove or rode in an automobile.

Unity Health Network Adds Rheumatology Division

As America’s population continues to age, there’s more need than ever for increased access to diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. Consider that approximately 50 million Americans, or one in five adults, suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, lupus or other autoimmune diseases. Women are more likely than men to be affected, with some estimates indicating that 75 percent of those affected — some 37 million people — are female.

Moving From Volume to Value — An Overview of the Payment Methods under the Proposed MACRA Rule

When Congress finally eliminated the SGR, which was the Medicare payment formula for physician services that caused much anxiety and frustration for physicians every December, it set the stage for a massive shift in the way Medicare pays physicians for their services. The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) requires Medicare to begin paying physicians based in part on the “value” of the services they provide. Many believe this is the end of traditional fee-for-service, volume-based payments.

Avoiding Hidden Risks

Ever since the first seemingly savvy saver stashed cash underneath a mattress, investors have turned toward safe harbors to help protect their hard-earned dollars. But despite a generally held belief, fixed-income investments and other finance fortresses aren’t fool proof in today’s turbulent market. There are hidden risks in seemingly sturdy spots — even holding cash — that could threaten the ongoing maintenance of your current standard of living.

2016 Overtime Final Rule – What Changes Should You Consider in Wages and Benefits?

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) new overtime rules are scheduled to go into effect on December 1, 2016. The new rule updates the regulations for determining whether “white collar” salaried employees are exempt from the FLSA minimum wage and overtime pay protections.