Practice Models

Would you rather work for an independent practice group, or are you better off employed by a health system?

Why are practices merging with others? Here are five common reasons at what's driving this trend.

From creating new services to making better use of tech, if you’re among the planners hoping to make 2018 your practice’s best year ever, here are seven strategies that can help.

The design of a healthcare facility goes a long way towards a patient's level of comfort and perception of the quality of treatment.

The professional model of medicine is trying to reach a sweet spot, allowing physicians to remain independent but maximize the power of a larger organization.

Healthcare technology is approaching Star Trek status, with the ability to take practices to a new frontier.

How does a physician determine if a practice management arrangement with an MSO is right for the practice? Here are five things physicians should consider.

Concierge medicine can help physicians dealing with burnout in more ways than one. Here's are a few examples.

Integrating acquired physician practices has been an ongoing struggle for health systems. Here are some steps to take to ensure a smoother integration.

Can retail supplement sales help your practice's bottom line? One physician thinks so and shares her tips for adding these products to your offering.

The CVS-Aetna $69 billion merger is going to cause a lot of headaches for primary-care physician practices.

There are significant decisions a physician must make when setting up a DPC practice. Here are a few you must decide.

With more than 70 percent of Americans overweight, we are in a serious population health challenge, don't let the high fiscal cost affect your practice.

A great staff and remaining independent has given Dr. Hoffman a lot to be thankful for this holiday season.

A new resolution from the AMA opposed independent practice by PAs, which is not something the profession is seeking.

Adding too many ancillary services can turn a potential revenue stream into a nightmare for your practice.

Health care experts weigh in on the important questions practices need to ask before adding ancillary services.

Pharma exec Alex Azar could be next in line to take over as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Keeping morale high is often difficult in medicine. Concierge medicine can help, according to this healthcare expert.

A young doc spent six months as an employed physician, hated it, and started his own practice. Here’s what he learned and how it can help others.

This doctor finds out about a new type of practice payment model - an idea that's completely foreign to her. Third-party payers stay away!

Who brings in more money, employed doctors or independent practice owners? Experts talk about the advantages and disadvantages of both roles.

Concierge models offer doctors flexible schedules that remain financially lucrative and afford them more free time.

A new model gives practices the resources of a large health system, while allowing them to maintain autonomy.

Practices across the U.S. are missing out on massive cost-cutting opportunities, according to this expert. Here's what you need to know.