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One of the keys to patient satisfaction is understanding patient friction points so that you can change or eliminate stressors to make things easier for your patients. Read more for tips on providing convenient and proactive service! 👨⚕️
"The most common friction point is access to care. Patients want to obtain an appointment promptly and avoid going to urgent care centers for acute care. They want to be seen in a reasonable time, within 15-30 minutes of their designated appointment, without long waits in the reception area or the exam rooms."
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'We'll take care of that' – 5 words patients like to hear
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Enhance patient satisfaction by prioritizing convenience and eliminating friction points in your practice, ensuring a seamless healthcare experience.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The AAP has issued a new statement on COVID vaccine recommendations for children. 👩⚕️
"After confusing, mixed messages from leaders at Health and Human Services (HHS) earlier this week, we are relieved to see today that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its schedules for child and adolescent immunizations to allow families to maintain the choice to immunize their children against Covid in consultation with their doctor."
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AAP Statement on COVID Vaccine Recommendations for Children
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“After confusing, mixed messages from leaders at Health and Human Services (HHS) earlier this week, we are relieved to see today that Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its sch...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Summer's a time when a lot of people take vacation. During this season, it's important that you're still able to keep your medical practice fully staffed. Here are 5 actionable strategies that will help you maintain patient flow and revenue even when some employees are away. 🩺
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5 ways to keep your practice fully staffed when summer vacations hit
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Keep your medical practice fully staffed all summer with five actionable strategies that safeguard patient flow and revenue during peak vacation season.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The American Academy of Pediatrics released newly updated guidance to manage eczema, sharing the most recent advances in skin-directed management. Learn more here. 🩺
"The clinical report emphasizes proactive care, mental health impacts and emerging therapies. It incorporates new insights into immune dysfunction, addresses racial disparities in care and introduces new medications."
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Treating Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): AAP Updates Recommendations
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The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its guidance to manage eczema (atopic dermatitis), a skin condition that affects up to 1 in 4 children. The revised clinical report, "Atopic Dermatitis: ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Honoring the courage of those who served and sacrificed. 🇺🇸
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Using Job Descriptions to Improve Medical Staff Performance
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl | November 16, 2011 | Pearls, Front Desk, Pearls, Performance, Productivity, Staff, Managers Administrators
By Susanne Madden
Creating well-written job descriptions for all of your practice’s positions is a must-do for your practice.
See more at: http://www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/using-job-descriptions-improve-medical-staff-performance
Inexpensive Alternatives to EHRs
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl, Conference Report | October 19, 2011 | Pearls, EHR, Hardware, Technology
By Susanne Madden
For small practices, the ongoing monthly costs of an EHR may simply not be affordable. So what alternatives are out there?
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/inexpensive-alternatives-ehrs
Do You Need a Nurse Practitioner?
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl | September 30, 2010 | Pearls, Hiring Firing, Patient Relations, Staff, Staff Salary Survey
By Susanne Madden
With a growing shortage of primary-care physicians, NPs are fast becoming the resource of choice.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/do-you-need-nurse-practitioner
Writing an Actionable Mission Statement
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl | September 13, 2011 | Pearls, Marketing, Operations, Managers Administrators
By Susanne Madden
A company’s mission statement should represent the core values and ideals of the founders’ vision for their practice.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/writing-actionable-mission-statement
Updating your Employee Manual
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl | August 10, 2011 | Pearls, Operations, Managers Administrators
By Susanne Madden
No employer ― medical practice or otherwise ― is too small to need a comprehensive employee manual. Is it time to update yours?
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/updating-your-employee-manual
Take Back Your Practice by Cutting Out the Middlemen
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl | July 13, 2011 | Pearls, Contracts, Self Pay, Finance, Operations, Partnerships
By Susanne Madden
As medical reimbursements continue to dwindle, the value proposition for participating in insurance plans becomes increasingly weak. Why not break with tradition and contract directly with employers? Here’s how to get started.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/take-back-your-practice-cutting-out-middlemen
The Lowest Cost for the Highest Return
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenConference Report, Pearl | May 11, 2011 | Pearls, Practice Management Systems, Staff, Finance, Outsourcing
By Susanne Madden
It happens every day in a busy medical practice — the things that need doing often get done by whomever can do it at the time. But that can be a costly mistake.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/lowest-cost-highest-return
So, You Want to Become a Medical Home
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenPearl | March 15, 2011 | Pearls, Front Desk, Managers Administrators, Patient Relations, Practice Models, Scheduling, Staff, Technology, Healthcare Reform
By Susanne Madden
It isn’t easy for practices to become accredited as a patient centered medical home. To help you assess your readiness and make the transition, here are a few guidelines to get you started.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/pearls/so-you-want-become-medical-home
Social Media Policy for Employees
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenTools | March 02, 2011 | Marketing, Technology, Staff, Compliance, Contracts, Law & Malpractice, Operations
By Susanne Madden
Are you ready to make social media platforms part of your practice? Make sure you put reasonable constraints in place.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/tools/social-media-policy-employees
General Disclaimer for Social Media Sites
/in Articles /by Susanne MaddenTools | March 02, 2011 | Marketing, Technology, Law & Malpractice, Compliance, HIPAA
By Susanne Madden
Posting a general disclaimer on your practice’s social media platforms protects both you and your patients.
See more at: www.physicianspractice.com/tools/general-disclaimer-social-media-sites