October 16th 2024
AI is poised to revolutionize the patient’s and the clinician’s journey, from initial symptom assessment to long-term care management.
October 7th 2024
Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.
September 30th 2024
September 27th 2024
This is not a time to be defensive or be oft-putting. Show the patient that you respect their right to make decisions about their care. Avoid being defensive or dismissive.
September 10th 2024
A look at how communication can repair the divide between physician and patient.
Collecting past-due patient balances
Every medical practice will have patients with unpaid balances, but those that have smart collection strategies in place will be better off.
Conscious vs unconscious bias in physician practices
The difference between a ‘conscious bias’ and an ‘unconscious bias’ and how they are measured.
What biases in medicine means for physicians
What bias means for physician’s everyday work experiences.
Communicating bad news to your patients
Giving bad news is not fun, but as a doctor, it is something you'll have to do from time to time. Here are some tips on how to do it.
How to make a great first impression at your medical practice
There's a lot to be said for first impressions. So, when do your new patients form their first impressions of you?
“Point Solution Fatigue”: What it is, how to overcome it
The phenomenon of ‘point solution fatigue’ affecting physicians, providers, and payers.
Problems with standards of care and finding solutions
The shortcomings of current standards of care and why finding solutions might be so challenging and complex.
What ‘standards of care’ means for physicians
What we mean by ‘standards of care’ are, as well as how they are developed.
Strategies for empowering your patients
More engaged patients are more likely to follow your advice. Here are five ways to jumpstart your practice's efforts.
Tips to Make Your Patients Smile
Amid the stresses of running a medical practice, it’s sometimes hard to find the time to keep your patients happy. But keeping your patients smiling is good for your wallet and your psyche.
Five reasons why doctors should become wound care specialists
Senior populations are growing rapidly and will need increased quality medical care.
Five Strategies to Help Empower Your Patients
Making the switch from physical to hybrid care
To successfully transition to hybrid care, physician practices need a cohesive telehealth strategy.
Nine ways to improve your patient communications
Techniques for better physician-patient communication, patient outcomes and profitability.
Five Telephone Etiquette Tips for Medical Practice Staff
Meeting patient expectations is the surest way to increase their satisfaction with your practice. Telephone management is a good place to start.
How membership medicine fits into a post-COVID medical practice
The current health crisis may slowly diminish in the coming months, but the need for convenient telemedicine and strong, stable medical practices that can put patients first will not.
Patient lending formats differ per provider
Physicians should consider their demographic of patients when choosing a patient lending service provider.
The Best Ways to Show Gratitude to Patients and Staff
Sharing kind words with patients and staff is critical to building strong relationships. Here are six ways to show gratitude more effectively.
The Patient Experience, Marketing, and Your Practice Brand
There’s no magic wand to immediately upgrade your administrative systems, but there are actions you can take.
Q&A: Why minority patients are suffering more during COVID-19; how physicians can help
A special Q&A with Dr. Patrice Harris.
How physicians can counter mental health challenges during COVID-19
Effectively managing your stressors will increase your ability to care for patients.
Treating asthmatic patients during the COVID-19 pandemic
Barriers physicians should be aware of and solutions for achieving optimal asthma control.
Understanding patients’ heightened depression, anxiety due to COVID-19
Nearly 30% of adults reported depression symptoms compared to 8.5% before the pandemic.
How to effectively communicate to get patients back to the office
87 percent of patients surveyed by MGMA said safety was the number one reason they are reluctant to visit doctors' offices.
Keeping your healthcare email marketing HIPAA compliant
Tips for keeping this valuable addition compliant with the law.
Technology adds hope for mental health in the midst of national crises
Three ways to help your patients who may be suffering in silence.
How to evolve your patient communication strategy during COVID19
Tactics should be built on a foundation of the three pillars: Educate, identify and treat.
Covid-19 Legal Risks: Requiring masks at your practice
To avoid potential conflict, patients should be provided advance notice of your policy to avoid surprise and embarrassment.
Patient-centered care in an interoperable environment
Interoperability will ignite significant and sustainable change in healthcare quality, delivery, and payment.
The End of an Era: Closing your practice
Closing a practice for retirement is a hard decision as it is-here are tips to make closing your doors smoother.