Top 10 issues facing physicians

Paperwork burdens are the biggest issue facing physicians, according to Medical Economics’ 94th Physician Report released August 4. 

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Here are the top 10 issues facing physicians, according to the report:

  1. Burden of paperwork/quality metrics
  2. Third-party interference (e.g. prior authorization)
  3. Inadequate reimbursement
  4. Burnout or work/life balance
  5. Lack of staffing
  6. Electronic health records 
  7. Nonphysician providers faining practice/prescribing independence
  8. Lack of trust in healthcare institutions/medical knowledge 
  9. Recruiting young physicians
  10. Malpractice/tort reform

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