The healthcare industry continues to grapple with patient health information in the age of digital health technology. With all of the worries about identity theft these days, it’s more important than ever for business owners to protect customer data, but in the healthcare field, this concern becomes even more serious. On top of the potential
It takes a lot to run a successful medical practice – from business acumen to bedside manner, to being a trusted thought leader in your field. FiercePracticeManagement is your one-stop shop for everything a health professional needs to stay at the top of their game, with job listings, cutting-edge news, and informative articles on a wide
Technology is evolving rapidly and allowing medical professionals to give patients a better grasp on their health. Andrew Piper, lead programmer and project manager for 3D anatomy software maker Anomalous Medical, says there’s plenty to be excited about. The shift to electronic medical records, increased use of CAD and CAM software in the medical field
Running a successful business in today’s ever-competitive environment can be challenging for even the most qualified of professionals, but in the medical field, staying ahead can be even more daunting. From constant advances in medical technology to complex changes in healthcare laws, it seems that healthcare professionals need to be more vigilant than ever in
Use your EMR software to help you achieve excellent standards of patient care.As a medical care provider, you strive for excellence and your patients expect that you’ll take their health seriously. Sometimes, mistakes happen. While some medical errors are minor, others can have life threatening implications. Your electronic medical records (EMR) software can help you
In her experience, Carol Vincent says that most health-related companies and organizations have a burning desire to help people, but that the desire often conflicts with the need to earn a living, raise money or make a profit. “We see organizations doing tremendous work for kidney patients, cancer survivors, or disadvantaged youth, for example, who
Ken Accardi of Ankota says that as healthcare shifts to payment models that encourage maximizing outcomes and minimizing costs, practices will need to determine how to stay in contact with their patients and help them to avoid hospitalizations. CMS agrees and has approved payment to practices for Chronic Care Management (CCM) (eligible patients have two or more
As a physician, you’re used to uncovering what is hidden, but to support your work you want your medical billing and practice management to be completely transparent. If your office processes aren’t solid, you could lose time to treat patients which can reduce patient satisfaction and ultimately, your cash flow. Innovative software programs can help
When you’re bringing on new office staff, they need to jump on board the workflow in your office, and they need to do so quickly. There are so many details in a fast-paced office environment, and it’s easy to miss a few as you train new staff. Using practice management software, you can make the
A good medical practice is not only involved in the diagnosis and treatment of patients’ illnesses, it’s also involved in patient education, reminding patients to take an active role in their own medical care. From Diagnosis to Active Participation When a patient walks into a medical office, he may have a chronic health condition or
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