Search results for "Practice Management"
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
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
Nominees named for College Officer, Treasurer and Regents
The Governance Committee of the American College of Physicians placed in nomination candidates for leadership positions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2012/11/regents.htm
1 Nov 2012
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
Hepatitis C diagnosis, treatment changing rapidly
This issue covers topics including management of hepatitis and the effect of new direct-pay practice models on primary care practice.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/01/editors.htm
1 Jan 2015
Adding cosmetic procedures lifts internists' sagging incomes
Stagnating incomes encourage some primary care physicians to add botulinum toxin injections and chemical peels to their menu of services.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/02/cosmetics.htm
1 Feb 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
Look before leaping into a large health system
Many physicians are leaving private practice and turning to large health systems to give them breathing room to care for their patients and restore work-life balance. But before making the leap, physicians should ensure that the move is the best one.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/05/transitions.htm
1 May 2013
Moving toward patient-centered care
Practice not currently considering the patient-centered medical home model can still position themselves for an eventual transition if and when the idea comes of age.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/02/tips.htm
1 Feb 2010
DEA to ease burden, allow e-prescribing controlled substances
The Drug Enforcement Administration released an interim final rule outlining how doctors can begin to fulfill narcotic prescriptions electronically. ACP's practice management staff outline how physicians can begin the process.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/06/practice.htm
1 Jun 2010