Four Things to Know About the 2016 OIG Work Plan
Minimizing Patient No-Shows
No-shows and same day cancellations have a big bottom-line impact. But don't worry, there are ways to let your patients know that your time is valuable.
Clinically Integrated Networks Benefit Physicians
Reporting for value-based care initiatives like MACRA will start in less than a year. Smaller physician groups should be thinking about joining forces now.
Strategies to Help Physicians Build Stress Resiliency
Many circumstances prevent busy physicians from avoiding stress. Yet it is better to build stress resiliency rather than trying to eliminate all stress.
Six Ways Physicians Can Find Free Time
By working smarter and taking advantage of these six tips to increase efficiency, physicians can find time to rest in the moment.
Upcoding vs. Downcoding: Know the Difference
Six Keys to Motivating Medical Practice Staff
A practice depends on an excellent staff, which doesn't come together by accident. Here are six keys to building a quality group.
Six Ways Physicians Can Build a Great Online Reputation
Patients nowadays will most likely search for a new physician online. Here's how to make sure they find great results about you and your practice.
Physician Mobile Devices: Are You at Risk?
The smartphones, tablets, and laptops are valuable tools to many physicians, but they can also represent real risk in the event that they are stolen.
Dealing with the Aggressive Patient
What should you do when a patient becomes difficult during an office visit? Trust your instincts on the safety of patients and staff, and have a plan.
Top-10 Physicians Practice Pearls for 2015
Each week we share expert advice on running your practice in Physicians Practice Pearls. Here are your favorites from 2015.
Improving the Performance of Medical Practice Staff
Higher performing practices look at their staff as dynamic individuals that need training, coaching, and mentoring to stay on top of their game.
Getting Patients to Trust Advanced Practice Providers
Physicians must demonstrate confidence in their advanced practice providers' abilities and position as a trusted part of the care team.
Use Lunch and Learns to Develop Referral Relationships
As a specialist when you participate in a lunch and learn, remember, it's not so much about the lunch; it's more about relationships.
When to Permit Voice Recordings in Your Practice
Patients have many legitimate reasons for recording their doctor's visit. But before you say "yes" make sure to understand state and federal statutes.
Maximize Your Practice Management System
Do you find your front-desk staff creating extra work for themselves when it comes to patient registration? Here are five ways technology can help.
Five Steps to Improve the Patient Experience
Good clinical outcomes require strong patient participation. One way to engage your patients is to improve their experience at your practice.
Hire Medical Practice Staff for Keeps
Physicians Contract with Self-Funded Employers
Some medical practices are cutting out insurance companies and providing services directly to employers, thereby reducing overhead and cost to patients.
Six Ways to Reclaim Your Daily Practice Schedule
Is tardiness undermining your medical practice efficiency? Here are six methods to conquer your worst time thieves.
Motivate Medical Practice Staff by Being Positive
Studies show that positive reinforcement is far more powerful than negative directives. Here are seven positive ways to engage your staff.
Nine Steps to Outsource Medical Practice Services
If your staff is faced with a daily workload that leaves them frustrated and worn out, it may be time to think about outsourcing.
Ten Elements of a New Employee Orientation Plan
Sure your practice is busy, but don't neglect the chance to welcome new hires, and set them on the road to success.
Seven Ways to Beat Telemedicine at Its Own Game
Your patients want convenience and ease of access but does telemedicine provide the all-important continuity of care?
Coding for Smoking Cessation and Obesity Counseling
The Potential of Patient-Centered Specialty Practice
The Patient-Centered Specialty Practice program was designed in many ways to complement the success of the medical home program and expand its reach.
Lean Practice Management for Physicians
Achieving the principles and goals of lean management will help your practice make a continued commitment to improving patient care.
Are Handshakes Still Relevant for Physicians?
Connecting with patients is elementary to the healing process. But how do you know that a touch would be welcome?
Navigating Change as a Physician Leader
As a practice leader, you can have a significant impact on how well your employees adapt to changes at your practice. Here are some guidelines to help.
Making Positive Changes in Your Medical Practice
For practices, managing the change process is critical to success. Start emotionally preparing your team for the ICD-10 transition.
