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Jim Higgins

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Better patient relationship management, fewer no-show appointments

Physician practices can use physician relationship management technology to recoup lost revenue and improve patient outcomes.


Dawn Morton-Rias, Ed. D, PA-C

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Celebrating 50 years of the PA Profession

As National PA Week approaches (Oct. 6-12), it's time to reflect on how far the profession has come in 50 years.


Neeraj K. Sharma

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Payer Enrollment Tips for Small Practices

When it comes to payer enrollment, small practices often lack the necessary time or resources, here are some things to consider.


Daniel Tucker

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Phishing "Bait" Helps Practice Catch Cybercriminals

Cybercriminals will go after medical practices of all sizes. Here a few ways to thwart this unwanted attention.


Randy Dotinga

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10 Medical Practice Financial Reports Docs Need to See

Here are 10 relevant financial reports each physician at your practice should see … whether they read them or not.


Nelae Keene, PA-C

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Help patients beat the “holiday blues”

It may not be the most wonderful time of the year for some patients. Here's how healthcare providers can help. 


Alex Mangrolia

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Unwell physicians and burnout put patients at risk

The quality of patient care depends on high-functioning providers. The increasing trend and data confirming the negative impact of physicians’ ill health on patient care means that the healthcare industry must search for answers - now.


Ambreen Nadeem, PA-C

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Certified PAs Are Experts at Preventive Care

As part of healthcare teams, PAs can prevent morbidities, promote healthy lifestyles, and improve patients' overall health with preventative care.


Cheryl Wergin, MA

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4 Questions That Can Determine Physician Culture Fit

It's easy to check references, verify clinical skills and training, and see if a physician is in your price range. Cultural fit is harder to ascertain.


Gary W. Herschman, Anjana Patel, Yulian Shtern, Esq.

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Prepping a Practice for a Private Equity Transaction

Physicians interested in any transaction opportunity need to be familiar with the process, and the healthcare regulatory and legal issues that can delay or thwart a deal.


Gregory W. Rutecki, MD and Bryan R Pfeiffer, CPC-A

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Hypertension Coding in the Age of Quality

How do physicians need to manage hypertension - from a coding perspective - in the age of quality-based care?


martin merr

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Medical Fraud can be Difficult to Prove

Although allegations of fraud are common in a medical practice, they can often be more difficult to prove than most people realize.


Ann Kuenker, DO

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Weight Loss Counseling and Maximizing Reimbursement

With more than 70 percent of Americans overweight, we are in a serious population health challenge, don't let the high fiscal cost affect your practice.


Jeff Akers, CPA

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Understanding Your Practice's Bottom Line

A medical practice is a business and cash flow matters. Here's how to be sure you thoroughly understand your bottom line.


Chris Stanley, MD

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Managing Up Physician Acquisitions

Integrating acquired physician practices has been an ongoing struggle for health systems. Here are some steps to take to ensure a smoother integration.


Dawn Morton-Rias, Ed.D, PA-C

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What will PAs be Doing in 2018?

This year the PA profession celebrated its 50th anniversary. Much has changed, but the future of the profession remains bright.


Josh Kosowsky, MD

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Eight Steps to Empowering Patients in the Diagnostic Process

These will help physicians empower patients to get involved in the diagnostic process from the moment they first meet.


Steve Gordon M.D.

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Avoiding Pitfalls in a Changing Healthcare Landscape

With an ever-evolving healthcare delivery system, avoiding pitfalls is a daily struggle. Here are some tips for your practice.


Charles Hutchinson

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What to do when your EHR derails productivity and value-based care

Existing medical documentation, particularly EHRs, needs to support physicians - not stymie them - as the industry transitions to value-based care.


Keesha Goodnow

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7 strategies for successful remote meetings

How you can pivot to a virtual patient and family advisory council.


Kevin Lathrop

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Three Provider Challenges For 2018

How politics, value-based reimbursement and patient collaboration will impact providers in 2018.


Phil Dolan

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3 Ways to Increase Patient Satisfaction in 2018

Improving your billing processes can not only improve your revenue, but will make patients happier.


Yulian Shtern, Esq. and Leonard Lipsky, Esq.

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5 Things to Know about Physician Practice Management

How does a physician determine if a practice management arrangement with an MSO is right for the practice? Here are five things physicians should consider.


Laura Jarvis, PA-C

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PAs Successfully Fight Sleep Disorders

As the fight against sleep disorders rages on, PAs find themselves on the front lines thanks to their excellent training and ability to adapt.


Kathleen Adams

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Utilizing Change Management in Your Medical Practice

In part two of this series, learn strategies to effectively enact change at your practice.


Todd Kislak, MBA

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Who Should Physicians Work For?

Would you rather work for an independent practice group, or are you better off employed by a health system?


Clive Fields, MD

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Provide Proactive Care with Complex Patients

This final part of a two-part series focuses on providing proactive care and measuring the results of complex patients.


Conor Murphy

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What You Need to Know About Office-Based Surgery Laws

A brief overview of laws and issues related to office based surgical practices.


Dave Fasoli

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Three Strategies to Communicate Costs to Patients

Here are some strategies practices should take to better communicate medical costs to patients.


Kerri Wing, RN

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A Guide to Reporting on MACRA in 2018

Medicare's Quality Payment Program (QPP) is a little different in 2018 than it was in 2017. Here is a guide to this year's reporting requirements.

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