Practice Finance

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?

How to handle misinformed patients.

A look at seven things that will impact physicians this year.

Frederick M. Cummings, JD, talks to Medical Economics about apology laws and what impact they have on patient relations and medical malpractice lawsuits.

New tools have been created to seamlessly integrate with existing EHRs and offer the missing capabilities providers need to optimize their revenue cycle.

Doctors can be a bit disorganized at times...

Frederick M. Cummings, JD, a medical malpractice attorney with Dickinson Wright, discusses proactive strategies for preventing a malpractice lawsuit.

Reimbursement trends every doctor needs to know

Patient attitudes can often be more challenging than their health conditions. Here are strategies to deal with the most common issues.

The annual exam is significantly underutilized, but provides opportunity for both physicians and patients to make preventive care a priority.

Like caring for your patients’ physical health, the first step in managing your own financial health is gathering data and creating your roadmap for success.