Overhead

Daylight Saving Time is good time to check on things at the office, such as batteries and old equipment that need replacing.

Look at the easy stuff to reduce the cost of overhead at your practice and go from there. There's a lot of money to be saved.

Knowing and understanding your payer mix is critical in your business operations, and overall inflow.

In a recent study, researchers found that only 3.3 percent of emergency room visits are avoidable. Also, Houston-area hospitals brace for hurricane fallout.

Practices engaging in strategic planning should look ahead and create a vision of where it wants to be in three to five years.

This doctor is looking to make a switch on her telephone system at her practice. Weighing the pros and cons, she isn't sure how to proceed.

If you are looking to combine your practice with another, here are some ways to ensure the merger goes off without a hitch.

Patient visits aren't the only source of revenue for your practice, there are federal and private grants. Here's how to obtain one.

Providers, preparing yourself for upcoming credentialing and revalidations is important. Don't forget!

In an all-new cartoon, we look at a practice that found a unique way to improve its bottom line. How did it improve itself financially?

Sometimes it makes clinical and financial sense to purchase a medical device. Other times, it doesn't add up.

A new cartoon shows us which healthcare professional wants to tag along with Santa Claus on Christmas and deliver some "gifts."

In clinical work, physicians are used to making quick decisions. When it comes to practice management, you must take your time and evaluate options.

If a new office or location is in the works for your New Year business plan, use these suggestions as a guideline.

CMS released a dashboard that revealed the amount of money spent by the agency on specific drugs. Maryland docs reject medical marijuana.

How do you know a doctor has gotten a visit from his local pharmaceutical sales rep? Look for the swag. Here is one physician that doesn't hide it.

An experienced practice owner talks about the three areas where you can cut costs in order to lower overhead and stay profitable.

Recent survey data suggests that most physicians - independent or not - feel the private practice is still an attractive career path.

Seven years ago, this doctor made a decision to go from being an employed physician to owning her own practice. She looks back at what's happened since.

In our recurring blog "Inbox" we share comments from physicians and practice administrators telling us what keeps them awake at night.

There are pros and cons to being an employed physician. Take it from someone who has been both a practice owner and employed.

Take advantage of physician resources from companies that are fully vetted, provide full service to physicians, and offer competitive pricing. [Sponsored]

The backlash over the cost hike of the EpiPen forced the manufacturer Mylan to take action and defend itself this week.

While upgrading your technology may cost you, it will pay off in the long run, according to recent research efforts.

Physicians, be wary of various tax planning and life insurance sales tactics this time of year. Don't get defrauded.

Buying medical equipment for your practice that must be replaced every few years may not be the best way to go. Here's what you should know about leasing.

Practices need to expand their leadership capabilities beyond clinical-minded decisions. They have to focus on business management, too.

Vendors' products and services directly impact a practice's day-to-day operations. Here's how to be establish efficient vendor relations.

This doctor says one patient's care plan reemphasized why he has continued to stay independent in the era of consolidation.

Doctors are dealing with more outside forces than ever before, like third-party and government payers. Here's why they have to organize.