7 Ways 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.

A Stress-Reduction Guide That Works
Forget herbal tea and bubble baths — a physician’s stress requires a more aggressive treatment. Here’s how to dissect the causes of your stress and utilize effective strategies for finding solutions.

Are You Burning Money? Know the Signs
Most practices waste scads of money — then wonder why they need a microscope to see their bottom line. To keep you on the right road, we’ve posted the signs to a more efficient and productive practice.

Are You Sharing Too Much Online?
You may be unwittingly violating your patients’ confidentiality — and trust — on your blog or social media site. Check out these guidelines for staying legal and ethical online.

Coding Questions?
Giving credit for exam work; decision making for established visits; billing a hospital admission.

Confessions of a 40-year-old Physician
Gastroenterologist Robert E. Kramer on his uphill battle to stay fit for the long run.

EHR Incentives Update
Confused about meaningful use and EHR certification? We’ve got the information you need to go confidently into the EHR marketplace. Here’s your guide.

Handling Angry Patients
Family physician Sarah Parrott offers a primer on managing angry patients the right way, instead of losing your cool.

Outsourcing Your Billing
Considering outsourcing the business side of your practice to a revenue cycle management firm? Let someone deal with the claims and collections headaches … right? Maybe. We examine the pros, cons, expenses, and benefits.

Preparing for Reform’s New Patients
In the wake of a “reformed” healthcare system, here’s how to take steps now to get your practice ready for an influx of newly insured Americans.

Thoughts on ‘Reform’
Read editorial director Bob Keaveney’s thoughts on the recent upheaval in the U.S. Senate, and the now cloudy future of healthcare reform.

Understanding Unusual Investments
Are exotic investment vehicles right for you? Here’s the scoop on what to watch for as you consider unconventional ways to invest your money.

When You Must Cut Workers’ Hours
Economic woes continue to pinch practices, and that sometimes leads to hard staffing decisions. Here’s how to handle your staff with care when payroll goes under the knife.