March 31st 2025
Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.
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10 Common Staff Problems Facing Medical Practices
Physicians and recruiting professionals weigh in with challenges - and solutions - to today’s staffing challenges at medical practices.
Selecting the Right Person to Manage a Server-Based EHR
Server-based EHRs lend themselves to in-house management. But technology expertise for the employee with that responsibility is key, say experts.
Five Ways to Counteract Procrastination
Physicians and others in medical practices are not immune to putting things off. Here’s a five-step plan to start getting things done.
Teamwork Is Key to Practice Success
This doctor has an innovative way of keeping employees driven to practice medicine, while adopting a wholesome, team approach.
Short-Staffed: The Cost of Practice Vacancies
Being short-staffed can cripple a medical practice, but there are resources you can use to avoid this being the case.
Join Us for the First Physicians Practice Tweet Chat
Tomorrow at 12pm EST, Physicians Practice will host its very first tweet chat on the staffing difficulties facing practices. We hope you join us!
The Case For and Against Hiring for MACRA
Most practices won't add staff to comply with Medicare’s reimbursement reform. Experts disagree if that is the right move.
2017 Staff Salary Survey Results: Regional
Ever wonder how your staff salaries compare with other regions of the country? Check out our regional data on key positions in medical practices.
Furnishing Your Medical Practice at a Bargain
Looking for some cost-effective ways to furnish your medical practice? Don't be afraid to go bargain hunting!
Medical Assistants Play Vital Role in Innovative Practices
Don't overlook your MAs. A new study found that they can take on numerous important roles in a team-centered primary-care practice.
Get More Out of Medical Practice Staff
According to this year's Staff Salary Survey, practice employees are taking on an increased workload. It's time to look for better efficiency.
2017 Staff Salary Survey Results: National
Looking to see if your staff salaries are in line with national benchmarks? Check out our national data on key positions in medical practices broken out by years of experience.
4 Ways to Deal with Abusive Physician Behavior
It's important to address misbehavior by healthcare providers towards others in the practice.
Coding for Telemedicine Visits
This month's coding column: What do physicians have to know about coding for telemedicine visits?
Mitigate Risk: Physician Background Checks
Colorado is one of only six states that doesn't require doctors to undergo criminal records checks, but change is on the way.
A PA's Experience in Concierge Medicine
Certified PAs are adding value to the field of concierge medicine, but their knowledge and skills can make a difference in any practice.
10 Tips for Using NPs and PAs to Curb Physician Burnout
Employing NPs and PAs is becoming more prevalent in the wake of the physician shortage epidemic, here are some ways to utilize these practitioners in a meaningful way.
3 Ways to Best Use a PA at Your Practice
Many experts say that PAs are a good way for physicians to reduce their workload. Here are three ways your practice can best utilize them.
Can NPs and PAs Help or Harm Burned Out Physicians?
Everyone agrees that physician burnout is a major problem. What's less certain is the role that NPs and PAs can play in curing it.
9 Ways Physicians Can Cure Burnout
Burnout is a serious issue for many physicians. Here are nine ways that can help restore their passion for medicine.
Physicians are Helping Cause Nurse Burnout
Doctors are not the only experiencing burnout, nurses also have this problem. Surprisingly, some nurses say physicians are helping cause problems for them.
Internal Communication Crucial for Your Practice's Health
If your office has a healthy, but morally damaging rumor mill, it's time to take steps to limit the damage.
PAs Offer Comprehensive Care to Growing Geriatric Population
With the geriatric patient population increasing, physicians can count on PAs to take a hands-on approach to managing their care.
The 4 P’s of Healthcare Social Media Governance
Social media is a must for practices to engage patients in today's day and age. So a governance program is essential.
Making Better Connections via Mobile-enabled Care Management
One of Nebraska’s largest health plans put down the telephone and picked up mobile-enabled tech to show true gains in its care management efforts.
Diversity a Business Imperative for Health Organizations
Diversity in your organization isn't just the right thing to do, some experts say it can improve care plans and add practical value.
Meeting Preparation Is Critical For Practice Success
When preparing for a meeting, be sure that you are confident and knowledgeable in your material, and that your delivery is positive.
Keys to Managing a Successful EHR Transition
No matter the size of the healthcare organization, communication is one key to ensuring a smooth transition to a new EHR system.
5 Ways Physicians Can Create More Trust with their Staff
Trusts builds great leadership skills. Here are five things that can help physician managers be strong, trustful leaders to their employees.
Managing Difficult Conversations with Practice Staff
Every practice manager dreads having a difficult conversation with a staff member. Here are some strategies to get through one successfully.