The Client An orthopedic practice with two surgeons and a physician's assistant. The Challenge The practice was utilizing a billing firm that was a relying on a billing module built into the practice's electronic health records (EHR) system. The arrangement … Read More
In a continuation of the seesaw we’ve seen before, hospitals are slowing their acquisition of clinical practices. What’s behind the slowdown in what was a red-hot arena just one year ago? First, hospitals are rediscovering how difficult it can be … Read More
How can we end the year without noting healthcare trends as we head into 2015? The earth might fall off its axis without such observations! Here are my predictions: EHR Systems Love ‘em or hate ‘em (and I know there … Read More
The American Medical Association (AMA) believes in the importance of ongoing improvements in medical practice management and offers an online course to provide physicians with information about redesigning their workflow with the use of health information technology. While the course is aimed … Read More
The problem of frequent emergency department users has been an ongoing discussion within the medical community for years; this has been an escalating problem in the health care system. As more studies indicate the need to redirect these patients into … Read More
The Denver Post recently ran an editorial that got our attention and the attention of many in the medical practice management field. In “A failed checkup for digital records,” the Post spotlighted an important but touchy issue: Medicare fraud fears … Read More
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) has been met with both anxiety and relief in the medical community. Opinions about the legislation differ greatly. While pieces of the law have raised concerns, the bottom line is that the … Read More
Outsourcing medical billing and other medical office business is a decision many physicians face. Medical professionals have invested years, maybe even decades, learning, practicing, and becoming experts in their specialty. As a physician, your role is to provide quality care … Read More
With only a few days until the 2012 U.S. Presidential Election, the future of Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a hot topic. If Obama is re-elected, the ACA is undoubtedly here to stay. However, is Romney is elected, Obamacare is … Read More
Electronic medical records change the dynamics in how you handle your emergency situations. In fact, in only a few minutes, you can have the patient’s medical record before you via computer, smartphone, or tablet. Your answering service can provide you … Read More