Technology & AI

Though there's little physicians can do about declining reimbursements, some of you are finding other ways to boost revenue.

It's almost Election Day. Here's how the two men vying for the Oval Office compare when it comes to issues facing today's physicians.

Are you making the switch to paperless prescriptions? Here's guidance on preserving patient safety.

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The government has released the final rules for Stage 2 of its EHR incentive program. The new rules are broader in scope and have higher thresholds. Here's how to prepare your practice now for success later.

Telemedicine is rapidly gaining acceptance. Here's how to get paid for using telehealth services and how to determine if it is a good fit for your office.

More than two out of three physicians have adopted EHRs, but concerns remain.

Beware of these five major hackers who prey on your online brand as a physician to make money for themselves.

How to ensure your contract with any vendor includes everything necessary.

Here is a list of the top five most unethical practices to watch out for online that can hurt your medical practice.

Here are some additional thoughts on whether your medical practice's EHR should be located in the cloud or on the ground.

Though Stage 2 doesn’t begin until 2014, physicians - even those who have not yet attested to Stage 1 - can start preparing now.

You might use the latest and greatest technology at your practice. But do you have a firm understanding of how and why that technology works?

Cloud computing may have advantages but snappy performance is not one of them.

Here’s an easy method for finding nearly unlimited ideas for your medical practice’s next YouTube video.

When implementing an automating feature, it is vital to invest the time and money to it set up correctly. Here's some guidance.

Here are some slicker, more economical alternatives to the fax machine for your medical practice, especially when it comes to following HIPAA rules.

Here are 10 important guidelines for doctors to follow when writing their own blogs.

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I believe I've kept up with the technological advances in medicine, and am convinced that the benefits outweigh the risks.

If you’re going to promote your practice effectively, you must understand your local market. Here are some quick ways to evaluate your competition.

Getting patients to follow your guidance is a lot easier with today's technology. Here's a rundown on the tools that work, and how to work 'em.

Here are some key tips you can take to increase the volume of fee-for-service / cash paying patients at your medical practice.

EHRs are past the baby-steps phase, but are still stumbling. Perhaps it's time to step in and explore a larger problem.