Get Past the Chaos
It's time to get your office out of crisis-of-the-day mode so you have time for the kind of long-term planning and creative thinking you need to thrive. Here's how you and your staff can make it happen.
Budgeting 101
Most medical practices have some financial problems - and clearly many are in severe distress. Think of your practice's budget as a mini business plan covering this year and next.
The New Payment Models
How to manage in the age of defined contributions and health savings accounts
Money In, Money Out
There are compelling reasons to maintain accurate, up-to-date patient accounts.
No More Sacred Cows!
Don't let unproductive, disruptive staff destroy staff morale -- or practice success
Correct Your Collections
Don't work harder. Just collect what you're owed.
No More 'Unapplied Funds'
How to use your unapplied account for the best collections
Take a Look at Yourself
How to conduct legitimate internal investigations
Contracting Strategy
Many practices are (finally) developing a long-term strategy for dealing with managed-care contracts. The physicians are happier, employees are happier, and patients are happier.
Cost Sharing
Use an allocation of expenses document to save arguments later