Fine tuning your device policy

Hey there folks, my name is Keith Reynolds, I’m the editor of Physicians Practice and this is the P2 Management Minute. Here are two must-have device policy moves to tighten your cybersecurity.

1) Write an acceptable use statement

Spell out—in plain English—how staff may and may not use practice-owned and personal devices on the job. Cover: strong passwords and MFA, no storing PHI in personal apps, encryption-on by default, approved software only, Wi-Fi rules (no public hotspots without VPN), and a ‘report lost or stolen within 15 minutes’ requirement. Use the Physicians Practice’s handbook primer’s sample language to keep it clear and consistent.

2) Define device ownership and scope

List every covered gadget so there’s no ambiguity: desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, wearables, USB drives, and any IoMT gear. State who owns what, require MDM enrollment, minimum OS versions, automatic patching, and asset tags. Set rules for BYOD: separate work profiles, remote wipe consent, and no unapproved storage or peripherals.

Clear rules and complete coverage, that’s your device-policy backbone. For more bite-size practice tips and tricks make sure you visit PhysiciansPractice.com.

Thanks for watching I’ll see you Monday on the P2 Management Minute!

About the P2 Management Minute

The P2 Management Minute is a fast-paced video micro-series from Physicians Practice that distills proven management strategies into bite-size, one-minute episodes for busy medical practice administrators and lead physicians. Each installment spotlights high-impact tactics—drawn from real-world best practices and expert insights—that administrators can apply the same day to boost efficiency, strengthen patient satisfaction, or elevate staff engagement. No theory, no fluff; just concise, actionable guidance that respects tight schedules and delivers measurable results between appointments.

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Interested in stepping in front of the camera to share a quick tip of your own, or have a suggestion for a topic we should spotlight in an upcoming P² Management Minute? We’d love to hear from you. Whether it’s a proven strategy for streamlining workflows, a clever morale-booster, or a hard-won lesson on patient engagement, your insight could help peers across the country elevate their practices in just 60 seconds. Drop Keith a note at kreynolds@mjhlifesciences.com with your idea—or, better yet, a brief outline or smartphone video sample—and we’ll walk you through the simple submission process. Let’s collaborate to make every minute count for the medical community.

Keith A. Reynolds is the editor of Physicians Practice and wants to know what practice issues are keeping you up at night. You can let him know at kreynolds@mjhlifesciences.com.