Practice Management | EHR | Billing | Revenue Cycle Management
Even successful medical practices deal with frustration when it comes to cash flow. The longer your practice has to wait between performing a service and getting paid, the more intense the crunch.
Practice Management | EHR | Staff Management
Physician assistants (PAs) and clinical staff play a critical role in keeping specialty healthcare practices running smoothly. From managing complex clinical workflows to educating patients, assisting in procedures, and supporting providers, their responsibilities are expanding rapidly. But as expectations rise, so does the risk of burnout, and many practices are already feeling the impact.
Practice Management | Patient Engagement | EHR | Referrals
When it comes to something as personal and high-value as healthcare, your best advertisement is a happy patient. Cultivating a referral strategy at your practice keeps new, good-fit patients coming in the door while conserving your advertising dollars.
EHR | Technology & Innovation | Clinical Efficiency
Electronic health records (EHRs) have evolved dramatically since they first began to replace paper charts decades ago. What began as a digital filing cabinet has transformed into a command center for practice operations, patient engagement, and clinical decision-making. Now, a new wave of innovation is reshaping how EHRs will power specialty care in the years ahead.
Streamlining clinical and administrative operations is a key component of a smart growth strategy for successful specialty healthcare practices. A great way to realize those desired operational efficiencies is to invest in the right technology, such as EHR and practice management solutions. Yet, for various reasons, some practices find themselves choosing between an EHR or a PM system — and not both together.
Compliance | Meaningful Use | EHR | Interoperability | MIPS
There are many ways electronic health records (EHRs) ensure data is accurate and healthcare operations run smoothly, allowing specialty care providers and their teams to better serve patients. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recognized these benefits – including enhanced coordination of care, improved public health reporting, increased patient engagement, and better security – and created the Meaningful Use program in 2011 to encourage providers to incorporate EHRs into their operations. This program has changed over the years, and there are important requirements and updates all practices should brush up on to maintain compliance.
Patient Engagement | EHR | Patient Care
Much of the dialogue about EHRs centers on their ability to streamline clinic operations. But that’s not their only value: The right EHR enables medical practices to improve patient outcomes.
Practice Management | EHR | Front & Back Office Performance
It takes more than clinical expertise for specialty healthcare providers to deliver outstanding care. They also must have a well-run practice to keep operations smooth and patients happy, especially in today's world of healthcare consumerism. Practice administrators take charge of this effort, managing the intricate web of scheduling, billing, patient communication, and much more. It's a critical role in any practice that requires a diverse skill set and tireless work ethic.
