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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
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What is and what isn't in a credit scoreWhether it’s to expand the office, upgrade technology or buy new equipment, a physician’s credit scorewill determine how much funding for which you’re approved.
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What difficult patients can teach usMedical Economics is proud to unveil the honorable mention entries in our 2015 Physician Writing Contest. We believe the essays exemplify what connecting with your patients is truly about, and demonstrate the levels of heart, determination, and empathy you strive to bring into every exam room, every day. Thanks for reading.
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Premium Content Preview | What is so great about patient engagement?WHEN PATIENTS COLLABORATE ON TREATMENT PLANS, THE SENSE OF PLAN CO-OWNERSHIP CAN LEAD TO A HIGHER LIKELIHOOD OF ADHERENCE AND BETTER OUTCOMES.
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Prescription drug monitoring programs on rise, but physician usage remains low, study saysAccording to a new study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Health, only 53% of surveyed physicians use prescription drug monitoring programs (PMPs). Fewer than three-fourths of physicians knew about their state’s PMP.
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You've been sued for malpractice: Now what?Being sued for malpractice, especially for the first time, can be an unsettling and frustrating experience. The consequences of a lost case can range from an increase in future insurance premiums to a health department investigation which could affect your license. So it is imperative that you immediately report a malpractice claim to your professional liability insurance carrier and retain an attorney specializing in the defense of medical malpractice cases in order to protect your interests.
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Physician liability for the actions of midlevel providersWill employing mid-level providers put physicians at risk?
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How to protect your practice from HIPAA investigationsPrivate practices top the list as the most common covered entities required to take corrective action under HIPAA. Here are ways to protect yourself.
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Clinical Economics: Cardiometabolic syndromePatient management tips for treating cardiometabolic syndrome
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Removing a patient from your practice: A physician's legal and ethical responsibilitiesWhile a doctor may discharge a patient for any nondiscriminatory reason, termination is not without pitfalls. Physicians should follow a careful process so as to avoid claims of patient abandonment.
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Redesigning your look: 5 reasons for new medical office furnitureMedical office furniture makes an important and lasting impression on patients. Now may be the right time to assess the condition of your furniture and see if an upgrade is necessary.
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Redesigning your look: 5 reasons for new medical office furnitureMedical office furniture makes an important and lasting impression on patients. Now may be the right time to assess the condition of your furniture and see if an upgrade is necessary.
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Save blame for later, it’s time to work together to solve the opioid crisisThe patient encounters may vary, but the public health issue remains the same: We have an opioid crisis in America and the numbers prove it.
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The Difficult Patient: Physician writing contest honorable mentionMedical Economics is proud to unveil the honorable mention entries in our 2015 Physician Writing Contest. We believe the essays exemplify what connecting with your patients is truly about, and demonstrate the levels of heart, determination, and empathy you strive to bring into every exam room, every day. Thanks for reading.
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Why physicians must develop a mobile technology strategyTechnology has changed the practice of medicine-clinically and operationally. But what about the technology on the business operations side of your practice? Do you have a strategy for keeping up in this mobile world?
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The ABCs of better medical practice managementPhysician practices are undergoing major structural and economical change due to shifting healthcare policies and demands, so it is important to address these changes head-on with the tools necessary to be successful
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The ABCs of better medical practice managementPhysician practices are undergoing major structural and economical change due to shifting healthcare policies and demands, so it is important to address these changes head-on with the tools necessary to be successful
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Treating atrial fibrillation: Patient management tips and other considerationsAtrial fibrillation is the most common form of heart arrhythmia. Follow these tips to help communicate with patients with atrial fibrillation.
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Taking advantage of the powerful impact time can have on your savingsThe power of time and compounding interest
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The ABCs of better medical practice managementPhysician practices are undergoing major structural and economical change due to shifting healthcare policies and demands, so it is important to address these changes head-on with the tools necessary to be successful
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10 metrics to help evaluate performance of your medical practice staffMetrics to use to evaluate performance of your front office, back office and clinical staff employees.
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An early death: Physician writing contest honorable mentionMedical Economics is proud to unveil the honorable mention entries in our 2015 Physician Writing Contest. We believe the essays exemplify what connecting with your patients is truly about, and demonstrate the levels of heart, determination, and empathy you strive to bring into every exam room, every day. Thanks for reading.
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Patients: Trust your doctor, not public figuresFormer Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee is not an expert on diabetes, but he's telling patients he is a better resource than their own physician.
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Code it right: Get paid the first timeHow to avoid coding problems and ensure you earn what you're due
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No matter the pressure applied, independent physicians will surviveTo say it is not easy to be a physician today is a gross understatement.
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Finding the right medical coderA good coder is integral to a high-functioning medical practice. Here's what to look for, where to find the ideal candidate, and how to confirm credentials.
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Starting an urgent care centerIs 2015 the year you decide to open an urgent care practice? If you are interested in urgent care medicine, you are not alone. Growth is expected to continue as patients seek immediate access to medical care and lower-cost alternatives to emergency department visits. Despite the rewards, urgent care medicine comes with risks-especially for physicians unprepared for the business demands of operating an urgent care center.
