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The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Healthcare Project Manager
A healthcare project manager has become an ever-more important role for medical organizations and clinics. An estimated 97% of organizations now believe in the power of project management to ensure the success of an organization. As healthcare groups face the potential risks of cyberattacks, paired with the need to improve productivity, control costs, and streamline resource management, […]
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Tips for Healthcare Project Management
Healthcare project management doesn’t come easy since there are so many business teams that must be considered and the stakes are incredibly high. As you consider the estimated trillions in expenditures that are being spent on healthcare, organizations need to ensure they’re not taking shortcuts where it really matters: executing successful projects. They are not […]
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What is the Patient Financial Experience?
A visit to your practice isn’t just a healthcare experience; it’s also a patient financial experience. Navigating copays, coinsurance, deductibles, and other out-of-pocket expenses can often be confusing and overly complex. Patients may be happy with their care yet struggle with unexpected bills or complicated payment mechanisms. For more satisfied and engaged patients, your practice […]
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What is Monkeypox: Signs, Symptoms, Precautions to take
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared monkeypox (or mpox) a national public health emergency. As the virus spreads, your practice may wonder, “What is monkeypox, and how should we prepare for it?” Whether your practice plans to provide the monkeypox vaccine or not, your clinicians and staff should be aware of […]
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How To Negotiate Insurance Contracts: A Guide for Physicians
Rising inflation increases your practice’s costs. But Medicare fee schedule updates have not kept pace with inflation. Negotiating insurance contracts with private payers can grow your practice’s revenue without sacrificing patient care. Here is how to negotiate insurance contracts. When Should You Negotiate Insurance Contracts? Many insurance contracts automatically renew unless you request changes. Your […]
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What Does a Medical Coder Do for Your Practice?
Medical coders are an essential part of your financial and administrative team. Whether you have medical coders in-house or outsource your medical coding, you need experienced medical billing specialists to help you submit clean claims for payment. But what does a medical coder do? Here is what your practice needs to know about the […]
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How Are Medical Records Important in Revenue Cycle Management?
The electronic medical records (EMRs) market is expected to reach more than $36 million in revenue by 2026. Maintaining proper medical records in the revenue cycle is crucial because it is such an important cross-section of what you focus on as part of your daily routine. Already more than 89 percent of physicians use EMR or electronic health records, […]
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What to Consider Before Switching EHR Systems
Electronic health record (ERH) software is critical for a modern healthcare practice. Using an EHR, providers are able to securely manage patient information in a way that supports efficient patient care. The right EHR software offers a variety of benefits, but they can only be realized if the software is carefully selected and implemented. If your organization […]
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Roles and Responsibilities of a Healthcare Project Manager
There are an estimated 16.5 million project managers in the world, but that still represents a severe shortage, particularly in the healthcare industry as it continues to see such dramatic growth; working in the healthcare industry is complicated, creating even more of a challenge for a healthcare project manager. With such a focus on providing […]
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Healthcare IT Trends in 2022
As you look at healthcare IT trends in 2022, the first thing that becomes clear is the fact that 80 percent of healthcare providers plan to increase their investments this year, according to the HIMSS Future of Healthcare Report. With the continued growth in the healthcare industry, paired with the advancements in technology, providers have little […]