The Power of Outsourcing in Your Medical Practice
From billing to compliance to human resources, there is a multitude of ways you can outsource key practice functions to lighten your load.
Five Tips for Developing a Brand for Your Medical Practice
Here is a five-step strategy you can use to develop a buzz-worthy brand that lets patients know exactly what to expect at your practice.
What Should I Expect From My Medical Practice Manager?
Do you know what type of role you want your practice manager to take on? Be clear about your expectations upfront.
Reduce Medical Practice Embezzlement Risk by Implementing Cash Controls
Front-desk embezzlement schemes are typically the result of loose collection protocols and minimal oversight. Don't be caught lacking.
Six ICD-10 Questions for Your Medical Claims Clearinghouse
A key partner in the ICD-10 transition is your claims clearinghouse. Here are six key questions to ask now to be sure you are both ready.
Use of Modifier 25 Explained
But if the facts on the use of modifier 25 are clear, why are practices and hospital systems paying back millions of dollars for the incorrect use of modifier 25?
Marketing Your Patient-Centered Medical Home
You've received recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, now be sure to market that fact effectively to prospective and current patients.
Revenue Cycle Management Is More Than Billing Patients
Effective patient registration, insurance verification, and claims processing are essential to maintaining practice viability. Here's what you need to know.
What Is the Level of Stress in Your Medical Practice?
Higher rates of medical staff turnover are most likely related to workplace stress. What can you do to help?
Using Technology in the Exam Room
Here are five attention-saving skills you can employ to ensure your focus is patient-centric, while still utilizing mobile technology.
Embracing 'Quality' Medicine
If you are an independently minded physician, take heart. There is a way to work with new quality standards and still retain your autonomy.
Patient Flow, Stop the Bottleneck
Most medical practices experience some type of patient bottleneck. The good news is there's a solution, if you just look hard enough.
Six Questions to Ask Your Cloud Vendor
A cloud vendor may tell you it's HIPAA compliant, but related technology needs to comply as well. Here's how to make sure your bases are covered.
Finding Meaning in Meaningful Use
Since 2011, only one in every two or three physicians has attested to the Stage 1 rules of meaningful use. Why should this matter to your practice?
Secrets of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule is packed with information that guides coding and leads to better reimbursement. So why not do your homework?
Vendor Relationships and Your Medical Practice
Vendor relationship management, done with purpose and thoughtfulness, can benefit any medical practice - large or small.
Improving Care Coordination in Your Practice
Practices are feverishly working to control the rising costs of healthcare - effective care coordination can help.
Effective Cost Management for Your Medical Practice
Practice administrators should consider more than just the top-line revenue. It's all about effectively managing your resources.
Five Steps to Improving Patient Access
Patient access is getting increased attention through reform initiatives. Here are five steps you can take to make sure patients get appropriate access to care in your office.
Seven Ways Technology Can Speed Up Patient Collections
Failing to adopt widely available billing and collections technology can cost medical practices big. Here's how to do it right.
Prepare Your Practice for Medicare's Expanded Fraud and Abuse Program
The best defense is a good offense. Arm yourself with knowledge on what new federal healthcare fraud and abuse measures mean for your practice.
Getting Ready for 2014 and ICD-10
ICD-10 diagnosis codes are effective Oct. 1, 2014. Set an implementation budget and timeline. Identify ICD-9/ICD-10 differences. Say goodbye to nonspecific codes.
Is Your Practice Fully Engaged With Its Patient Portal?
A patient portal can reduce the time your staff spends on administrative tasks and remind patients that you care enough to provide prompt service.
Providing Healthcare Coverage for Your Medical Practice Employees
Providing healthcare insurance for your employees can sometimes seem impossible. But don't despair. There are new options to help your practice afford coverage.
Linking Pay Raises to Medical Staff Performance
Across-the-board salary increases for staff send the message that stellar efforts will go unrewarded. Let employees know you value and expect excellence.
My Transition to a Direct-pay Practice
Despite being an early and enthusiastic pioneer in EHR adoption, this physician decided that he couldn't continue business as usual.
Networking Strategies for Medical Professionals
If you've ever wondered what to do or say at a networking event, you're not alone. Here's everything you need to make a memorable impression.
Be Prepared for Change in Reimbursement Models
Time is limited and money is tight. How can your practice morph into a new practice model and still ensure that it is paid adequately for patient services?
Claiming Your Space on Medical Internet Rating Sites
Many physicians appear invisible when someone does an Internet search - unless they want to be lost in the fray, it is up to them to make sure they have an accurate listing.
5 Tips for Optimizing the Use of Nonphysician Providers
Optimizing the skills of nonphysician providers can help your practice increase patient access, boost productivity, and generate new revenue.
