MGMA 2020: Using technology to manage capacity in the time of COVID-19
A poor capacity management system can lead to unrealized revenue, loss of patients, and increased physician burnout.
MGMA 2019: Cyber security a rising threat to physician practices
Even small practices are not safe from the threat of hackers, healthcare attorney warns
MGMA 2019: How practice leaders should approach young workers
Working with Millennial and Gen Z employees is only a headache if biases get in the way of good communication
MGMA 2019: Sen. Bill Cassidy says medical professionals must help fix healthcare
The annual conference of the Medical Group Management Association kicked off October 13 with a speech by Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy
6 technologies to improve your practice
A recent study from MGMA reveals the top technologies that increase practice efficiencies.
Calculating the importance of financial intelligence
David Norris, MD, MBA, explains why learning the business of medicine can help physicians be better clinicians.
How to bend without breaking
Debra Wiggs, FACMPE, past board chair of MGMA, shares her definition of resilience and explains why you need it.
How to make the most of medical conferences
Medical conferences are high-energy fountains of inspiration and education, but how can you put those ideas into action once you get back home?
The importance of communication
Communication is key to managing conflict that can hinder patient care and employee productivity.
Q&A with MGMA’s Halee Fischer-Wright and Todd Evenson
How to make the most of your time at the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) annual conference, according to President and CEO Halee Fischer-Wright, MD, and COO Todd Evenson.
7 Boston attractions you won’t want to miss
This year’s Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Annual Conference takes place Sunday, Sept. 30 through Wednesday, Oct. 3 in Boston. If you’re attending, here are seven local attractions you won’t want to miss.
Five Closing Thoughts from MGMA17
MACRA madness, good advice, and a few other observations from the conference, held in Anaheim.
10 Medical Practice Financial Reports Docs Need to See
Here are 10 relevant financial reports each physician at your practice should see … whether they read them or not.
How to Embrace E-payment with Caring and Compassion
Here are nine tips to bring electronic payment into your practice while not interfering with the best care for patients.
Culture, Leadership Can Help Alleviate Physician Burnout
William Jessee, MD, offers two ways to improve engagement and reduce physician burnout at medical practices.
Why Hackers Love Patient Records and What to Do About It
Hackers are well-organized and hungry for patient records. Here’s what practices need to know to protect their patients and their business.
Maintaining Independence as a Group Practice Subsidiary
A new model gives practices the resources of a large health system, while allowing them to maintain autonomy.
Utilizing APCs to Boost Practice Productivity
To help improve profits at your practice, mind your APCs: advanced practice clinicians.
Using Appointment Data to Predict Your Practice's Future
Nate Moore doesn't have a crystal ball, but he says that every practice should be able to plan ahead based on appointment data.
The Importance of Patient-related Cultural Humility
In the era of value-based care, understanding where the patient is coming from and engaging them is as important as ever.
5 Recommendations for Physicians to Cut Operating Costs
Practices across the U.S. are missing out on massive cost-cutting opportunities, according to this expert. Here's what you need to know.
10 Common Physician Compensation Mistakes
Looking at a profit and loss statement shouldn't ruin your day. Here are some common mistakes to avoid at your practice.
8 Things to See and Do at MGMA17
Planning on heading to Anaheim for the annual Medical Group Management Association conference? Here are 8 items to put on your agenda.
The Importance of Data Analytics for Medical Practices
Collecting data to analyze practice operations doesn't need to be intimidating. 'One expert explains why.
Building Your Practice's Risk-based Audit Plan
Performing random audits at your practice is a thing of the past. Here's how to use predictive analytics to get the most out of audits.
Knowing the Limitations of the Healthcare Industry
A pediatric roundtable at MGMA16 led to the realization that there's wisdom in identifying the industry forces that we cannot change.
How to Engage Physicians in Leadership
Medical groups should encourage and develop physician leadership skills, so that all physicians are optimally engaged in running the practice.
MGMA's 'Successful Medical Groups'
Administrators got together at the Medical Group Management Association's Annual Conference to share best practices for running an outstanding practice.
Low-cost Strategies for Medical Practice Compliance
Medical practice compliance can be challenging, but implementing a basic compliance program can help you avoid violations.
How to Offer Patients an Enhanced Consumer Experience
In today’s consumer-based healthcare market, patients expect personalized, retail-like service along with high quality clinical care.