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Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.
October 2nd 2023
August 8th 2023
Time for a mid-year check-in to make sure you are on track.
April 17th 2023
Warning: Physician Owned Liability is Far-reaching
A recent kickback case against a spine surgeon and his fiancée underscores the importance of physicians understanding of anti-kickback and Stark laws.
7 Things to Consider When Retiring from Practice
Most physicians realize they can't just up and retire, but how exactly do you prepare for life after medicine?
The Sad Mindset of Many Young Physicians
This older doc describes the attitude of many young residents who would rather have a job than a profession.
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.
9 Things to Know Before Switching to DPC
More than 60 percent of physicians say they would consider switching to DPC if circumstances were favorable. Here's what you need to know about the model.
Harrowing Diagnosis Brings out Best in Physician
For this doc, reacting to and treating a patients potentially life-threatening diagnosis brings out the best in her.
Concierge Medicine is Hard, Don't Go at it Alone
Don't make the mistake of starting an alternative payment program without doing your research first, warms a healthcare consultant.
Why Physicians Don't Want to Retire
A new survey reveals why physicians are retiring five years later than most Americans.
Physician Lessons on Asset Protection
Two recently settled cases can serve as important lessons for physicians on the proper methods of successful asset protection.
How to Protect your Assets during a Natural Disaster
With hurricane season in full effect, an asset protection specialist gives his advice on protecting your professional assets in the event of a natural disaster.
The Value of PAs is Often Hidden
An experienced PA believes the professions quality measures and results are often hidden under the umbrella of the physicians they work beside.
Medical Practices Failing in Customer Service Training
A recent MGMA stat poll found nearly half of practice leaders believe medical staffers need additional customer service training.
5 Habits of High-Performing Medical Practices
What does the average high-performing medical practice do to stay ahead of the curve? A recent survey looked at this.
Effective Physician-Patient Communication is a Must
Amid new theories on benefits of sharing medical records with patients, this physician believes a trusting physician-patient relationship remains essential.
Inventing New Medical Billing Codes
What happens when a patient presents with a condition that there is currently no billing code in the system for? This doctor finds out the hard way.
Physicians Make the Most of Their Summer Vacations
With Labor Day fast approaching, we asked our editorial advisory board about the highlight of their summer.
Reimbursement and Financial Planning for Physicians
A financial expert explains how a physicians financial planning is often different from that of the average American due to complexity and a compressed timeline.
Physicians Vary on Retirement Plans
Some physician readers are hesitant to retire no matter the age, due to their everlasting drive to care for others.
Five Ways Physicians Can Stay Buoyant
Don't let the grind get you down. Here are five ways physicians can be more energetic in their day-to-day lives.
Doc in Over His Head with Medical Coding
This doc found out the hard way that medical coding for a single patient can be a cumbersome time suck.
Certified PAs Enhance Hospice and Palliative Care
With advanced education and experience that affords flexibility, Certified PAs can bring vital expertise and skills to palliative care teams.
Facing the Medical Licensing Board
A Deputy Attorney General shares experiences and offers advice for physicians who face a Medial Licensing Board.
Balancing Quality Alerts in the EHR
Quality alerts in the EHR can help remind physicians of urgent issues, but it's important to tailor the alerts to specific patients and leverage medical research.
5 Marketing Methods to Promote Your Medical Practice
Are you trying to build up a practice in a new community? Here are five ways to attract patients.
Care Lessons from Early Days of an Outbreak
This healthcare provider shares his experiences on having two brothers who succumbed to HIV/AIDS in the 1980s and how it's shaped his outlook in medicine.
Physicians Hesitant to Retire, Study Finds
A new study from CompHealth found that late-career physicians are hesitant to retire due to continuing to feel competitive and effective at their practice.
Hospital Systems Offering Concierge Care
Healthcare professional explains how concierge care can work for hospital systems and patients on a large scale.
How Locum Tenens Has Changed Over the Past 20 Years
This Locum Tenens recruiter has gone from explaining to doctors what the concept is to explaining how it would work for them.
Does Your Practice Need a Legal Check-up?
Don't just count on an administrator to keep track of legal obligations - your practice may need a formal legal check-up.
Readers Agree with Doc's EHR Hatred
Our readers did not hold back while echoing the comments of a physician who wrote her honest feelings about the EHR.