Physicians Practice Pearls®

If your practice doesn't already have a strategic growth plan, make one

A bare minimum checklist for your business.

Ensure compliance with state and federal laws before offering wellness services to remedy COVID complications.

Should providers should include notes in an EMR so insurance companies see CC statement? CMS vs CPT Code Book hospital admission coding. Plus, a clarification on guidelines when coding for telehealth visits.

Three predictable and recurring legal and financial risks physicians face when holding informal jointly-owned with extended family.

Employers should continue to enforce all recommended COVID precautions within the practice and remain vigilant of changes in state and federal laws.

To avoid potential conflict, patients should be provided advance notice of your policy to avoid surprise and embarrassment.

Mask policies that may increase compliance and reduce risk and conflict.

Can multiple services from different providers be mixed or combined and billed together? Also, what are the rules for adding HCC codes at the end of your note?

If you are a physician practice owner who is considering a merger at some point, it is vital to learn more about this process early in the game.

Recommendations for every practice to consider.

Systemic racism is also a public health issue.

Can provider types be mixed or combined and billed together? And does standard advice exist for determining telepsychiatry codes for various providers?

Layers of specialty liability insurance are a vital part of your risk management and asset protection plans.

The basics of a diversified asset protection plan.

Two recently unveiled cases provide a glimpse into areas physicians and providers should be evaluating for continued compliance.

The best way to mitigate risk is to call a MAC, read the laws, and the telehealth waivers over COVID-19.

As physicians across the country get their practices reopened and back to the new normal, we examine COVID-19 infection liability waivers and their effectiveness in managing patient infection lawsuits.

Revise contracts now with practical solutions for potential disaster that could occur in the future.

Four tips for ensuring a smooth transition of ownership interests and management responsibilities while minimizing partner complications.

Consider vulnerabilities that can be exploited remotely and the level of skil required to execute exploitation.

Details about your location can make your job more attractive to candidates looking for work in your community.

As America returns to work after a week of national political trauma, physicians need to protect their assets, including their practices, from significant additional risks.

It’s imperative to ensure ADCs maintain the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of protected health information.

High incomes do not guarantee smart money management.

Think of a succession plan as a living document that records exactly how you want the next chapter of your business story to unfold. 

Ironically, times of stress are when we need to be on top of our game.

A generalized checklist for your planning.