Practice Finance

How social issues affect outcomes, especially for patients with chronic conditions

Take a methodical approach to growth

The multidisciplinary nature of healthcare requires a team approach to effectively navigate risks and opportunities.

A slideshow with nine things physicians can do to make the prior authorization process easier.

Proactively managing risk and avoiding harm is almost always cheaper and more predictable than managing any actual crisis.

David B. Wright, MD, an internist from Memphis, tells Medical Economics about the benefits of running a direct pay practice, how it has improved his relationship with his patients, and their health outcomes.

Americans have seen their primary care physicians less and less- here's why.

Mergers in healthcare are nothing new, but sometimes they can go too far.

While there are many key concepts and strategies to be aware of prior to and during any lease or purchase negotiation, there are an equal or greater number of mistakes to avoid.

Patient identification is in desperate need of an overhaul-and biometrics could be the answer.

In some cases even small improvements in revenue and operating efficiencies can make the difference between staying independent and selling or merging a practice,

The top three barriers identified.

Six doctors share their strategies

Even small practices can get top talent with the right recruiting strategies.

Choosing an E/M code based on gut feeling is one of the biggest mistakes a physician can make.

The new year's deductible reset period may offer providers a new opportunity to strengthen the doctor-patient relationship

CMS has been slowly pushing telehealth, making it an option for Medicare Advantage plans and ACOs, as long as they are part of risk-sharing contracts. It’s also allowed under Medicare Part B for treating substance abuse disorders.

When it comes to motivating employees, money isn’t everything. Sure, people have to make enough money to pay their bills. But when getting them to put in additional effort for the team, it takes more than a good paycheck.

ACP calls for a systemic overhaul of the system that would improve and expand healthcare in the U.S. in a series of policy papers.

Gain revenue by overcoming barriers to longitudinal comprehensive care

How to explain to patients that not all tests are part of their physical.

Practices must adhere to all record requests-or face legal consequences

In the wake of several years of highly publicized domestic abuse scandals, many employers are asking the same question: Can we fire an employee who has committed a crime, such as domestic violence?