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No Surprises Act Will Likely Reduce Payments to Most Emergency Medicine Providers, According to New USC Analysis
A payment rule in the No Surprises Act will likely lead to lower rates for emergency medicine procedures.
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Traditional Vaccination Playbook Doesn’t Work with COVID
New study finds financial incentives and other behavioral nudges made little difference among certain groups.
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‘Nudges’ to Reduce Opioid Overuse Also Decrease Inappropriate Benzodiazepine Prescriptions
Informing physicians when a patient dies of an overdose may provide the needed “nudge” to improve prescribing practices.
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How to Protect Yourself Against Wildfire Smoke This Fire Season: Five Tips in Everyday Language
Helpful tips on staying protected from wildfire smoke.
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