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In healthcare, accurate health insurance verification isn’t just a task — it’s the key to smoother billing, happier patients, and fewer headaches. 

Failing to verify health insurance accurately can have significant consequences. Incorrect information can lead to delayed or denied claims, impacting revenue. Patient billing issues create frustration and can damage your reputation. Also, you risk compliance violations that could result in penalties.

Topics: Operations, Enrollment, Practice Management, Financial, Medical Billing

Running a medical practice involves more than providing excellent patient care – it requires managing the expenses that keep daily operations running smoothly.

From staffing and technology to routine costs, understanding where resources are going helps maintain efficiency and stay competitive.

A detailed checklist can simplify the process, offering guidance on handling expenses and improving overall financial management. Whether starting fresh or refining existing workflows, having clear strategies in place can make a measurable difference in how a practice operates.

Topics: Marketing, Business Growth, Operations, HIPAA, Social Media, Practice Management, Patient Volumes, ICD-10, Practice Start-Up, Medical Billing, Consulting

Imagine waking up every morning dreading the long hours and emotional toll of caring for others. 

For nearly half of all physicians, this scenario is a harsh reality. Physician fatigue and emotional depletion have surged to critical levels, jeopardizing the well-being of healthcare professionals and compromising the quality of patient care. From relentless workloads to the constant pressure of making life-and-death decisions, doctors and healthcare workers face immense challenges that can lead to profound stress and disengagement.

Topics: Operations, HR, Practice Management, Physician-Patient Relationship

Healthcare professionals face a relentless challenge: administrative overload. 

Credentialing is a standout culprit, consuming up to four hours weekly for physicians, not to mention the additional burden on office staff. 

What if this time could be redirected toward patient care? 

Topics: Business Growth, Operations, Credentialing

Did you know that over 90% of consumers use social media to help make health-related decisions? 

In today's digital age, social media in healthcare has become a powerful tool for professionals to connect with patients, share valuable information, and build trust. However, navigating the social media landscape in the healthcare industry requires a strategic approach to ensure compliance with regulations and to maintain professionalism.

As a healthcare professional, navigating social media in healthcare can feel daunting. These 12 healthcare social media tips can help you create a strong online presence, educate patients, and enhance their care.

Topics: Marketing, Business Growth, Operations, Compliance, Liability, HIPAA, Social Media, Practice Management

Operating a private practice can put strain on the practicing physician, as they need to balance patient care with administrative tasks and staff management. Physician practice management companies, also known as Management Services Organizations (MSOs), offer non-clinical business administrative services to private practices, alleviating some of these pressures.

Topics: Operations, Practice Management

Medical care is necessary to prevent diseases and improve quality of life. With many doctors offering a wide range of treatments, additional staffing is required to ensure smooth and timely interactions and services for every patient.  In many cases, the role of a Medical Assistant extends beyond checking vitals and updating medical histories. 

Topics: Operations, HR, Physician-Patient Relationship, Location

Busy medical practices have to balance a high level of patient care with completing necessary administrative tasks to keep the doors open.

Medical billing can take up a lot of valuable time. It can also be difficult to find and train people to handle this crucial task. Plus, if claims are processed slowly or incorrectly, they can negatively impact your practice's revenue.

Topics: Business Growth, Operations, Financial, Medical Billing

The Physician Self-Referral Law, also known as Stark Law, bans physicians from referring patients to  “designated health services” payable by health coverage programs such as Medicare or Medicaid with which the physician or an immediate family member has a financial relationship (unless a rare exception applies).

Topics: Operations, Compliance, Liability

Although it’s never easy, there are times when ending the relationship with a patient from a medical practice is absolutely necessary.

Topics: Operations, Practice Management, Physician-Patient Relationship