October 2nd 2023
Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.
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January 16th 2023
Understanding Your Asset Protection Plan
Outside of a basic set of best practices and common risks, asset protection plans are as fact specific as the care you give your patients.
Having Insurance Does Not Make Care Affordable
A physician receives a hefty out-of-pocket medical bill and ponders what other patients in his situation are forced to do.
How PAs Can Contribute in Pediatrics
A PA-C explains how PAs can thrive in pediatric practices due to their diverse medical skill set and ability to communicate with physicians.
Criminal Investigation Trends in Healthcare
A lawyer lays out three trends from upcoming investigations and criminal cases that physicians should keep in mind.
Concierge Medicine Improves Patient Communication
A healthcare professional explains how concierge medicine can improve physician/patient communication.
Physician Takeaways from Current Events
A lawyer examines current events from a legal perspective, keeping physicians informed on what they need to know.
Locum Tenens Physicians Help Achieve the Quadruple Aim
As the "Triple Aim" evolves into the "Quadruple Aim," locum tenens physicians become even more vital to achieving your goals.
Reduce Stress and Run Your Practice Better
Part 1 of a 2-part series on developing a more stress resilient brain and being able to more effectively run your practice.
Doctors are No Match for Computer Viruses
Doctors and their staff are vulnerable to computer viruses, one of the few things they didn't learn to diagnose and treat in medical school.
An Asset Protection Warning for Doctors
With their livelihood on the line, doctors need to be careful with who they listen to while seeking asset protection.
What the Perfect Medical Record Looks Like
Having a short and sweet medical record is one way to make your doctor's job easier. This doctor found a patient that he especially loves.
Asset Protection: Physicians Face Varying Seasonal Risks
Physicians face many risks beyond just malpractice; we take a look at one big liability issue in the news and preventable seasonal risks.
What's a Family Physician to do?
A doctor finds her scope of care narrowing considerably as the healthcare landscape changes, leaving her contemplating her future as a physician.
Physicians, Is It Time to Adopt a New Sport?
A healthier physician is able to better care for her patients. Here are a few sports you could take up to make your life more active.
What Physicians Can Learn from an Unusual Business Model
Ocean Spray Cranberries is the perfect analog for an independent practice association – a cooperative comprised of independent entities with central operations.
The Benefits to Developing a Mindfulness Practice
Show more compassion to patients, enhance your listening skills, and improving your decision-making abilities with mindfulness.
Six Ways Physicians can Improve their Patience
A lot of things hold your attention, but when it comes to patient care, patience is a virtue. Here are ways to improve that virtue.
New Role in Connecting PAs and Physicians
This blogger is taking on a new role at the American Academy of PAs (AAPA), where he'll work closely with the AMA.
Readers Debate the PA's Role in Today's Practice
As PAs get more involved in today's medical practice, readers are split on whether or not this is a good thing.
5 Ways to Cover a Physician's Departure from Your Practice
You have an obligation to ensure patients are protected and retained when their physician leaves your practices. Here's what to do.
Educating Medical Students at Your Practice
Allowing medical students to gain experience at your practice could be beneficial to all parties involved.
4 Reasons for a Physician Rights & Responsibilities Document
Developing this kind of document can let physicians know what expectations your practice has of them.
Join Us for the First Physicians Practice Tweet Chat
Tomorrow at 12pm EST, Physicians Practice will host its very first tweet chat on the staffing difficulties facing practices. We hope you join us!
Collecting from Payers and Patients Is Draining
An administrative director reflects on the many emotions of collecting money from payers and patients in today's healthcare climate.
Furnishing Your Medical Practice at a Bargain
Looking for some cost-effective ways to furnish your medical practice? Don't be afraid to go bargain hunting!
A Personal Experience in Providing Care Overseas
This practitioner shares his experience in providing care in Guatemala on a recent mission trip.
The Damaging Culture of Medicine and Physician Suicide
While admitting burnout isn't a problem for most doctors, many won't concede they need to see a mental health professional.
Surgical Missions are a Rewarding Experience for Providers
This Physician Assistant recommends practitioners partake in a surgical mission in a third-world country, as he found it to be a rewarding experience.
4 Ways to Deal with Abusive Physician Behavior
It's important to address misbehavior by healthcare providers towards others in the practice.
The Right Way to Hire a New Physician or Practice Manager
Bringing on a new physician or practice manager can be a stressful process. That's why you should use a recruiter, if you can.