by Mary Pat Whaley | May 15, 2011 | Day-to-Day Operations
There are moments when the physician-centric world needs to engage an attorney. Please don’t hesitate to pick up the phone when the FBI shows up with a search warrant! There are other moments when you and the physicians you work with do not need an attorney for...
by Mary Pat Whaley | May 11, 2011 | Day-to-Day Operations, Electronic Medical Records
Most of us learn just enough about software to get done what we need done at the moment. Unfortunately, when we continue using software at the same preliminary level, we can’t get every drop of value out of the system that we’ve paid dearly for. Do...
by Mary Pat Whaley | May 1, 2011 | Day-to-Day Operations, Human Resources, Innovation, Learn This: Technology Answers
It is my pleasure to announce Manage My Practice’s first product in our new Manage My Practice Tools section – MMP FileConnect. MMP FileConnect is a simple and affordable way to: Increase efficiency in your practice by reducing workflow issues and...
by Mary Pat Whaley | Apr 24, 2011 | Day-to-Day Operations, Practice Marketing, Social Media
I admit to being a great fan of electronic media for healthcare. My fandom, however, does not mean that I believe all paper and ink informational and marketing mediums are dead. Because most practices have some portion of their patient population depending on paper...
by Mary Pat Whaley | Apr 20, 2011 | A Career in Practice Management, Collections, Billing & Coding, Day-to-Day Operations, Medicare & Reimbursement
Revenue cycle management (RCM) is a critical function in any healthcare entity. Managers do not have to know every detail about RCM, but if the RCM is on-site, they must understand: RCM reports and how to spot and be proactive about down-trends; performance measures...
by Mary Pat Whaley | Apr 17, 2011 | Day-to-Day Operations, Finance
If you’re considering opening your own lab or considering your options for adding a new service line to your lab, you should review the three different ways of procuring equipment and supplies. Purchasing Equipment When you purchase...
