Practice Management

The author had an insurance mystery. His biller's solution? Elementary, dear Doctor.

The author had an insurance mystery. His biller's solution? Elementary, dear Doctor.

Founded on a dream in the 1930's, the Burns Clinic collapsed in a nightmare of the '90s, as the cozy collegiality of its physicians gave way to managed care anxiety and a me first attitude.

Tick, tick, tick. The 21st century arrives in only a few months. If your practice isn't ready, it may be time for damage control.

How triage nurse should handle emergencies; Your liability if a referral doctor goofs

Physicians who lose a power struggle with a big insurer may have to cut loose and hope for a soft landing.

A "my patient comes first" attitude may deny care to patients who need it more, these experts say.

Sweet managed care deals often sour. Here's how to detect and reject those that aren't in your best interests.