Introducing a New Physician to Your Practice
Adding a new physician to your practice requires a sound communication plan that encompasses your patients, social media, and staff.
Medical Equipment Leasing - the Basics
Buying medical equipment for your practice that must be replaced every few years may not be the best way to go. Here's what you should know about leasing.
MACRA, MIPS, and APMs - Are You Ready?
Successfully participating in MIPS or an APM will depend on meeting new measures and thresholds. Here are six key points to consider.
8 Great Hiring Questions for Medical Staff
Great interview questions go beyond just asking about skill sets and previous job tasks. Here are eight that can single out stellar candidates.
Coding Requirements for Transitional Care Management
Coding for TCM services should include global periods; dates of service; and correct documentation.
Making the Most of Transitional Care Management
TCM helps patients transition from the hospital to the community. Many physicians, however, miss deserved reimbursement because they lack documentation.
How Physicians Can Rediscover Their Passion
Every profession has a rhythm. But when you lose pace with that cadence, you can simultaneously lose the passion you once had for your job.
When It Comes to Managing Staff, Be Golden
Agile leadership means finding out what's important to your staff members, then using that unique knowledge to conquer problems and encourage excellence.
Medical Practice Staff Are Your Greatest Asset
By valuing staff members' input and investing in their development, your practice will reap the benefits of increased efficiency and better patient care.
Coding for Coordination of Patient Care
Physicians who spend significant time coordinating a patient's care may realize reimbursement in several ways.
8 Things Your Medical Billing Service Should Do
A good vendor does more than just submit claims and hope for the best. Here are eight things you should expect from your medical billing service.
Discharging Problem Patients the Right Way
Discharging a patient from your practice can be a difficult decision. However, if done the right way, your practice will be better for it.
Understanding Management Services Organizations (MSOs)
While MSOs can provide resources and administrative support for practices, it is critical to understand different contract provisions.
Understanding What Drives the Patient Experience
In the rush of daily practice it is easy to miss what patients are feeling. But often just a few minutes of mindful attention can make all the difference.
Steps to Avert Ransomware at Your Medical Practice
No matter how small your practice is, it's important to put technical and human safeguards in place now to protect your data.
Social Media Policies: Setting Clear Expectations
Setting a concise, yet comprehensive, practice policy on social media use protects not only your patients but staff members as well.
Online Reputation Protection for Physicians
Nearly half of physicians do not monitor their online reputations. Experts say that is a big mistake.
Improve Compensation by Documenting Prolonged Services
Proper documentation and reporting of codes for prolonged services allows providers to improve compensation for lengthy outpatient services.
Four Things to Know About the 2016 OIG Work Plan
Minimizing Patient No-Shows
No-shows and same day cancellations have a big bottom-line impact. But don't worry, there are ways to let your patients know that your time is valuable.
Clinically Integrated Networks Benefit Physicians
Reporting for value-based care initiatives like MACRA will start in less than a year. Smaller physician groups should be thinking about joining forces now.
Strategies to Help Physicians Build Stress Resiliency
Many circumstances prevent busy physicians from avoiding stress. Yet it is better to build stress resiliency rather than trying to eliminate all stress.
Six Ways Physicians Can Find Free Time
By working smarter and taking advantage of these six tips to increase efficiency, physicians can find time to rest in the moment.
Upcoding vs. Downcoding: Know the Difference
Six Keys to Motivating Medical Practice Staff
A practice depends on an excellent staff, which doesn't come together by accident. Here are six keys to building a quality group.
Six Ways Physicians Can Build a Great Online Reputation
Patients nowadays will most likely search for a new physician online. Here's how to make sure they find great results about you and your practice.
Physician Mobile Devices: Are You at Risk?
The smartphones, tablets, and laptops are valuable tools to many physicians, but they can also represent real risk in the event that they are stolen.
Dealing with the Aggressive Patient
What should you do when a patient becomes difficult during an office visit? Trust your instincts on the safety of patients and staff, and have a plan.
Top-10 Physicians Practice Pearls for 2015
Each week we share expert advice on running your practice in Physicians Practice Pearls. Here are your favorites from 2015.
Improving the Performance of Medical Practice Staff
Higher performing practices look at their staff as dynamic individuals that need training, coaching, and mentoring to stay on top of their game.
