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Opinion

Prescriptions for a Broken System

N. Adam Brown, MD, MBA, offers unique insights into the business of healthcare.

Prescriptions for a Broken System
Drug Prices Are Too Damn High

It's been a long road to Medicare price negotiation ... and there's still work to be done

September 1, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
It's Time to Reform the Mysterious PBM System

Vertical integration and a lack of transparency are at the heart of the problem

August 25, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
AI Won't Replace Doctors. But It May Help With Burnout.

Technology can help keep clinicians in the workforce

July 19, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Why Do We Tolerate Our Health Insurance Problem?

It's time for patients to be the priority

June 20, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Doctors, Take Note: Pride Is More Than a Parade

We must be attentive to the specific needs of LGBTQ+ patients

June 14, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Dear Medical Schools, Educate Students on the Business of Medicine

Without it, you are doing your students a disservice

May 13, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Worried About the Possible Envision Bankruptcy? You Should Be.

Regulators need to better protect patients, hospitals, and providers

May 3, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Capitalism Versus Compassion: Can Healthcare Do Both?

Our system must better balance profits with the needs of patients

April 22, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Which Safe and Effective Drug Will Be Targeted Next?

The Texas Judge's ruling is not only about mifepristone

April 11, 2023
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Prescriptions for a Broken System
Doctors Need Privacy Too

It's time to prohibit employer questions about mental health

April 2, 2023
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