Search results for "Practice Management"
Dismissing patients always a last resort
Stopping the physician-patient relationship can be seen as abandonment if not done properly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/09/dismiss.htm
1 Sep 2013
Population management for preventing the 80–20 rule
Chronic conditions require longer and more frequent visits, as well as more care coordination. Learn how to anticipate, plan for, and even prevent intensive resource use.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/10/population-management-for-preventing-the-80-20-rule.htm
1 Oct 2018
Taking the mystery out of care coordination management
Care coordination isn't new, but value-based payment, patient-centered medical homes, accountable care organizations, and other alternate delivery and payment programs have moved the topic into the forefront of many conversations and policy discussions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/05/tips.htm
1 May 2015
Getting patient consent for chronic care management
Medicare now reimburses internists for chronic care management services, but a few criteria need to be met. Learn more about how to recoup payment for services that many physicians are already providing.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/02/tips.htm
1 Feb 2015
Don't lose money on filling out forms
Insurers usually will reimburse physicians for filling out forms, such as home health plans, that require a significant investment of time.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/07/cpii.htm
1 Jul 2008
PMC Tips: Hold to a higher standard on hiring
Medical schools don't teach management skills, but every physician needs them.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/06/ten.htm
1 Jun 2008
An efficient form-ula for documentation
Good documentation is critical, and in today's environment it must be performed quickly, accurately and efficiently.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/01/pmctips.htm
1 Jan 2008
Clearing up confusion about choosing EHRs
An interesting phenomenon occurred on the exhibit floor at Internal Medicine 2008.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/09/cpii.htm
1 Sep 2008
Staffing can make or break a small practice
In a quest to unveil common problems for small practices and offer solutions, the College's Center for Practice Innovation visited 34 practices across the U.S. over a two-year period. Part one of the six-part series looks at the unique staffing issues faced by small offices.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/01/cpi.htm
1 Jan 2008
Efficient docs make for happier patients
ACP's Center for Practice Improvement and Innovation suggests simple tips for creating a more efficient practice and happier patients, in turn.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/10/cpii.htm
1 Oct 2008