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The OncLive Oncology Business Management condition center page is a comprehensive resource for news and expert insights on business-focused updates and topics in oncology practices, including diversity efforts, telehealth, gaps in care, payment models, and more. This page features news articles, interviews in written and video format, and podcasts that focus on updates and best practices with oncology business management.

Overcoming the Hurdles to EHR Adoption

June 5th 2009

A survey conducted by the Institute for Health Policy between late 2007 and early 2008 found that only 4% of physicians are using a fully functional EHR.

Our Move to an EHR

June 5th 2009

The initial capital outlay for transitioning to an EHR is not small. In fact, cost is one of the main reasons practices have been slow to adopt EHRs.

Getting Cancer Patients to Eat for Life

June 5th 2009

Studies have also shown that diet and exercise help prevent breast cancer, yet obesity rates in women continue to rise. New information suggests women with early stage breast cancer can prolong their lives by following a prudent diet.

Nanotech in 2009: A Fantastic Voyage

May 26th 2009

While the concept of shrinking humans is quite fantastic and unrealistic, scientists have already developed tiny vessels that can hunt down diseased cells and deliver precise drug doses.

I will get $44,000 to Use an EHR? Where do I Sign Up?

May 22nd 2009

The recently enacted American Recovery & Reinvestment Act, commonly referred to as the "stimulus plan," includes more than $19 billion in incentives for physicians to adopt EHR technology.

Social Networking Comes of Age

May 21st 2009

Does it seem like everyone in the world has suddenly created a profile on Facebook and wants to become your "friend?" If you already use social networking sites like Facebook, MySpace, Friendster, and Twitter, then read no further.

Congress Passed the Stimulus Bill; What Should You Do Now?

May 21st 2009

Physicians who see Medicare patients are practicing in very difficult times.

What Is Malware and Why Should I Worry About It?

May 13th 2009

What should you know about malware, what can you do to protect your computer, and what should you do if your computer becomes infected?

Product Spotlight

April 30th 2009

Here are three new products that oncology professionals might be interested in learning more about.

Navigating the EHR Marketplace How to Choose the Right EHR for Your Oncology Practice

April 30th 2009

Navigating the EHR marketplace can be dizzying, with numerous products available to choose from, including locally installed client/server systems that require server hardware, local networks, data backup, and IT support, as well as hosted, Web-based systems.

Go Paperless, or Pay the Price

April 30th 2009

Even if you did not support the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, commonly known as the stimulus package, you should be aware that one of its provisions—the HITECH Act—could help or hinder your future income.

5 Benefits of Twittering

April 30th 2009

Twitter really only wants to know one thing: "What are you doing?"

Web-based Risk Information and the Use of Alternative Medicine for Active Anti-neoplastic Therapy

April 14th 2009

The websites and other resources your patients find on the Internet may downplay or ignore clinical evidence that herbal supplements may promote tumor growth or impair the effectiveness of established cancer treatments.

Argumentum Ad Populum: Medical Wikis 101

March 19th 2009

What exactly is a medical wiki, and for that matter, a wiki in general? Are these resources useful to you and your patients?

Interoperability Is the Key to a Patient-centric Transformation of the Healthcare System

March 18th 2009

Healthcare data trapped in non-interoperable clinical systems leads to flawed processes, inefficient workflow, and less-than-optimal care.

We're From the Government and We're Here to Help

February 27th 2009

Financial help for physicians who are willing to implement, test, and help optimize health IT systems.

4 Questions ...with Jeremy Spivey

February 26th 2009

Jeremy Spivey discusses the findings of his new report, which examines nearly 140 drugs and reports on the state of the oncology drug market.

Does Your EHR Consultant Have Your Best Interests in Mind?

February 26th 2009

When selecting an EHR for your practice, using an EHR consultant can save you time, money, and headaches.

Putting it on the Line

February 26th 2009

The Changing Dynamics of Cancer Care and Support in the Cell Phone Age

GPS for the Body: Treating a Moving Target

February 25th 2009

A common treatment option for prostate cancer is radiation therapy, which is as effective in treating the disease as surgical removal of the prostate.