By Gary Simmons, DO, MSHA As CAR T-cell therapy continues to evolve as a novel treatment for various types of cancers, an awareness of both its promise and potential toxicities is important for physicians of all specialties. Formally known as chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy, this treatment uses laboratory-engineered T cells to target specific proteins on cancer … [Read more...] about Understanding the Benefits and Complications of CAR T-cell Therapy
New IRS Guidelines Could Damage Your Children’s Inheritance
By Matthew R. Staul, EA, MBA According to the IRS-issued Revenue Ruling 2023-2, property held in an irrevocable trust, including your home, that is not included in the taxable estate at death, will no longer receive a step-up in the basis once it is passed down to a beneficiary. For example, if a house was purchased in 1995 for $150,000 and, at the time of the owner’s death, … [Read more...] about New IRS Guidelines Could Damage Your Children’s Inheritance
Timelines and How to Prepare for a Home Purchase -Part 1
By J Mansisidor In a previous article, I discussed the importance of managing your credit and how it impacts several parts of your mortgage loan. This article will discuss timelines and how to prepare for your home purchase to make it as smooth and stress-free as possible. Let’s start by identifying the first of three considerations (planned after graduation and before … [Read more...] about Timelines and How to Prepare for a Home Purchase -Part 1
Lackey Clinic Partners with Generated Health’s Florence Intelligent Program
Lackey Clinic, a free and charitable healthcare center, is partnering with Generated Health, which will allow the Clinic to add an innovative messaging system designed to empower patients and improve clinical outcomes. The service, called Florence or “Flo,” is a digital health coach that engages and helps ensure patients follow their care plans as prescribed by the Clinic’s … [Read more...] about Lackey Clinic Partners with Generated Health’s Florence Intelligent Program
Documentation and Audit Trails:
Why They Matter in Medical Malpractice Actions By Alexandra Dare Essig One of the most frequent questions healthcare providers are asked under oath in medical malpractice suits is if they have heard of the phrase “if it is not documented, it did not happen.” Providers are often tempted to respond by retorting that if they spent all their time documenting, there would be … [Read more...] about Documentation and Audit Trails:
