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Dr. Google is now Dr. Facebook adIn today’s world, “internet” and “privacy” feel like opposites that do not belong in the same sentence.
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Is there a real time advantage to telemedicine?Time is money, and nowhere is this truer than in the world of healthcare.
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Use these two CPT modifiers to get paid correctlyDuring a typical office visit, physicians may provide evaluation and management (E/M) services, minor procedures and more. The question is: Can they bill for each one separately?
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5 ways to avoid a phishing attack at your medical practiceEmails luring physicians and staff into installing malware on their computers continues to spread. Here’s how to protect yourself and your patients.
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Get your house in order before a practice transactionBefore selling your practice, bringing on a new partner or investor or entering into a new practice management relationship or joint venture, you should first determine if there are any business or regulatory risks present in your practice, as they could jeopardize your transaction or put a portion of your proceeds at risk.
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The Shift to Value-Based CarePreparing your practice today for tomorrow’s quality care initiatives.
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EHR certification: Is the latest standard attainable?Physicians whose EHR vendors have yet to receive certification for their products and small practices without strong IT support services will be the ones most likely to face upgrade struggles.
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How patients benefit when we move beyond HCAHPSAs is often the case in healthcare and business, no one single tool provides sufficient information to create sustainable solutions for a challenge at hand. And so it goes with the HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey.
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Medical school remorse: Do you have physician career regret?Some physicians may regret their career choice, but there are still ways to have fulfilling careers in medicine.
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Time and agendaI have recognized a recurring theme among physicians. “Medicine is not what it used to be,” a colleague had once said.
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Most Americans Have Inadequate Intakes of Vitamins and Minerals: Can Supplements Help?Many health professionals might be surprised to find that numerous studies show over 90% of Americans get less than the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) or Adequate Intake (AI) for one or more vitamins and minerals in their diets.
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5 ways to let LGBTQ patients know that respect awaits them at your officeHere are five ways physicians can make clear that LBGTQIA patients will be treated with the same respect and high-quality care any other patients receive.
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House calls could be secret weapon to save MedicareHouse calls may be making a comeback as a way to cut costs and provide better quality care for the elderly and chronically ill.
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A thank you for the labor of medical professionalsOn this Labor Day holiday, don’t forget about the hardworking physicians and nurses who provide quality care each and every day.
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Top 10 ways hospitals are not compliant with new CMS price transparency rulesThe new rules went into effect this year.
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Time management tips to enhance physician-patient relationships10 proven strategies to improve communication.
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Top factors internal medicine residents look for in a jobThe growing shortage of primary care physicians, which is projected to reach 35,600 by 2025 according to the Association of American Medical Colleges, is creating extraordinary competition among healthcare organizations seeking to hire internal medicine doctors.
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Loans v. leases: which is better for private practice equipment?To take on a lease or take out a loan? For many small business owners, that really is the question. Especially for those in the medical field, it’s a tough choice between leasing expensive new equipment or financing it with a loan.
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Need for population health data drives practice to consider EHR switchIn this guest blog, one practice outlines their journey for switching EHRs.
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Scrambling to make a meaningful connectionIt’s more difficult than ever to connect with patients. One physician explains why its worth the effort.
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Understanding the current state of clinical decision support systemsClinical decision support (CDS) systems have been hailed for their potential to reduce medical errors and increase healthcare quality and efficiency; therefore, it is critical for physicians to consider implementing a CDS system at their practice.
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Hospice consultation should be a quality metricToo many physicians lack the skills to discuss end-of-life wishes with patients. It is awkward for the doctors to even bring up the topic in certain circumstances. Doctors are trained to save peoples’ lives, not to give up on them. But physicians need to change their mindset.
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Key considerations for implementing a chronic care management programCare for chronically ill patients represents the most expensive segment of Medicare, with more than 93% of spending going to those with multiple chronic conditions.
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7 scariest acronyms of healthcare explainedThe healthcare industry loves its acronyms, making it a little like a confusing, high-stakes version of alphabet soup. New acronyms are constantly introduced into the healthcare landscape, each signifying change and a new challenge.
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How to fix the primary care crisisWhy don’t more U.S medical school graduates enter primary care? This issue is critical because the American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) projects that there will be a shortage of 21,100 to 55,200 PCPs by 2032.
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Lunch is for losersTaking a customer service approach to practicing medicine means happier patients and physicians
