Eratosthenes and measuring the Earth’s circumference: Its implications for healthcare innovationi
Creative thinking can change everything.
What doctors can learn from tying their shoes
Sometimes there's a better way to do what you do every day.
December issue of Physicians Practice digital edition released
The monthly collection of insights from the Physicians Practice Pearls writers.
Screen-life imbalance: Its Impact on the medical profession
In healthcare, where doctors rely heavily on digital platforms for patient management, diagnostics, and communication, achieving an optimal screen-life balance has become a formidable task.
In a New York state of mind – Recent legal and enforcement considerations
'Tis the season to consider practice cybersecurity.
2023 Coding medical decision making – Risk
There are new definitions for the risk category.
Fill your schedule: Using recall lists to increase production
We can fill our schedules not only with new patients, but also increasing existing patients returning to our practices.
Coding changes to Medicare telehealth services for CY 2024
A look at changes coming January 1.
Suggestions for protecting your medical practice from litigation
Safeguard your medical practice from litigation by adopting proactive strategies.
2024 Changes to ICD-10 codes
There are 395 new diagnosis codes, 25 deletions and 13 revisions that went into effect October 1, 2023.
Planning your practice's 2024 strategy
Keep these things in mind when formulating your strategy for next year.
The Alamo redux or how Davids defeat the Goliaths of healthcare
Small practices can still thrive in the backyard of large practices or large medical corporations.
Appreciating knowledge under the False Claims Act post-SuperValu
Ignorance of the law is no excuse.
Lessons learned the hard way
Don't miss the opportunity to learn from others' blunders.
Giving your practice a checkup: Motivating your staff
The importance of motivating employees by providing measurable and written goals through a concise, effective mission statement and policy manual.
The lobster and the doctor
The stress of being confined to a small shell becomes the stimulus for further growth.
November issue of Physicians Practice digital edition released
Giving your practice a checkup: Obtaining and maintaining referrals
How do you differentiate yourself from the competition?
Two different HHS office items to note
These notices from HHS illuminate the agency's thinking on HIPAA.
Avoiding prosecution for abusive ERC claims
A new program allows medical practice owners to back away from abusive Employee Retention Credit claims that may subject them to penalties ranging from fines to criminal prosecution.
Giving your practice a checkup: Keeping patients happy
Tips to keep your current patients happy.
Succession planning and physician personalities
There are many tried and true steps physician partners can take to facilitate the smooth transition of ownership.
Ruminations on the request for comments on overhauling HIPAA
Currently, health data that is collected from new technologies such as wearable and smart devices, and health and wellness apps is not protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
October issue of Physicians Practice digital edition released
AI and healthcare: Key considerations
What if the algorithm was manipulated or rendered an inaccurate result in a patient care situation?
New mandatory reporting requirements for business and practice owners
Failure to comply can result in penalties of $500 per day.
Clarification on three common HIPAA misconceptions
These incorrect beliefs can have you running afoul with privacy regulations.
Parental risk management for college students
We review the legal documents, risk management and vital areas of insurance coverage every family should address.
September issue of Physicians Practice digital edition released
Medical decision making simplified in 2023 - Diagnoses addressed
New diagnosis definitions for the 2023 E/M codes.
