Disability is a very real threat for physicians, especially those that practice surgery. Losing the ability to perform surgery can have a serious impact on earning potential; you may want to consider a physician disability insurance policy to limit the damage that it might inflict. However, as with any kind of insurance, there are a Read more…
The Basics of Telehealth Contract Management
Telehealth has taken over the healthcare industry. Just a few short years ago when it was more of a novelty than actual healthcare service, such a statement might have been met with ridicule. That was, however, before the COVID-19 pandemic when a simple visit to the doctor’s office became a serious health risk. Providers were Read more…
Outsourcing Healthcare It Services To Improve Patient Care
The healthcare industry has transformed manifold in recent years. Thanks to digital technologies, all aspects of the medical field have improved and enhanced. Patient information can now be captured, stored, and shared electronically using Electronic Health Records (EHRs). Remotely located patients can be seen and treated through telemedicine. Appointments can be scheduled online, and medication Read more…
Top 5 Major Causes of Physician Burnout
According to the American Medical Association (AMA), three out of four doctors chose their careers before the age of 20, and 61% would make the same choice again if given the chance. Becoming a doctor is a dream for many, and finally getting that white coat is the actualization of a lifelong passion for medicine Read more…
The Broadband Problem Bottlenecking Telehealth
Over the course of the pandemic, telehealth has firmly established itself as a staple of healthcare; providers and healthcare organizations initially had to scramble in order to implement the service, lest they be left behind by those who already offered it, or were quicker to the draw. However, as fantastic an option as telehealth presents Read more…
Important Legal Issues to Consider Before Starting a Concierge Practice
Concierge practices, alternatively known as subscription or retainer practices, are drawing physicians in greater numbers than ever before. This sort of practice forges a direct contract between the patient and their physician, with the patient only paying for an agreed set of healthcare services. The fee paid is fixed, paid either monthly or annually, and Read more…
4 Tips for Collecting Patient Balances
During the COVID-19 pandemic, medical practices have had to be creative in order to adapt, survive and ensure continued access to medical services for patients. examples of this include telemedicine, curbside immunizations, and drive-up testing for the virus. The main challenge posed by all of these methods is collecting patient balances. Here are 4 tips Read more…
4 Tips for Driving Sales of Health Related Products Online
While patient visits remain the main source of income for most medical practices, specialties such as dentistry, dermatology, and family medicine have access to an alternate revenue stream in the form of selling health-related products. Most practices that engage in this business will already have mastered in-office promotion, though online marketing remains a challenge. Leveraging Read more…
4 Healthcare Challenges to Prepare For in 2022
The world has been changed greatly by the COVID-19 pandemic. The world was shut down, or came close to it, at various points during the last few years, leaving healthcare professionals floundering for the best way to help their patients. Some of the changes that have occurred have made the life of a healthcare employer Read more…
How to Create a Cancelation Policy for your Medical Practice
Any appointment-based medical practice must have a robust cancelation policy. One of the worst things that can happen to these practices is no-shows and appointment cancelations, losing both time and money. A cancelation can policy keeps patients accountable for this loss. However, this must be handled with great care, as it runs the risk of Read more…