Doctors do not usually take any business classes during medical school – they are too busy learning how to save lives or how to heal people. Therefore, many doctors join a group practice, because it usually comes with its own management team to keep the practice on track. But for a solo practitioner who wants to hang out his own shingle, and not join a physician group practice, where do you s ... Read More ->
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Can Patient Service Help Your Bottom Line?
How can a fresh look at the customer service you’re providing your patients improve your practice’s bottom line? Studies show that happier patients can improve your receivables by nearly 50%. Happy patients are more likely to stay current with their bill, especially if offered payment plans and different methods of payment. By ensuring an efficient and pleasant patient experience at every vis ... Read More ->
Security Practices for Medical Records
As medical practices and courthouses digitize their records, they are having to shred or store their paper documents securely in order to avoid being in violation of HIPAA laws. Patients have always relied on their doctors to keep their health information safe and private – and they still do – but the battlefront has changed from simply locking a file drawer full of patients’ information. A few ... Read More ->
How Outside Medical Billing Can Streamline Your Practice
Changes are constant in the ever-evolving landscape of the medical industry. Regular updates to coding and regulations are to be expected. If your medical practice has frequent issues with accuracy and compliance, you could be setting yourself up for an audit. This may not only affect your reputation in the medical community, but also cause you to incur costly fines. Fortunately, there is ... Read More ->
How Social Media Can Help Your Medical Practice
Social media is so powerful that many medical practices are moving to establish a presence online. Being available on social media will not only make it easy for current patients to reach you, but it’s a chance for you to make a great impression on potential patients. Also, with direct access to you and any needed information, your existing patients might be less inclined to seek out another d ... Read More ->
