Can a doctor be a hero? Definitely. What about a nurse? Absolutely! But, let's not forget everyone else who may perform heroic actions or in fact be heroes. The cleaning staff and the food workers are vitally important. They face dangers as well. If not for them, our hospitals and long-term care facilities would be unfit for habitation. Everyone providing the behind-the-scenes services deserves the admiration and respect given to front-line responders. Pedestals set People up for Falls Our society loves to identify … [Read More...] about Pedestals are for Statues Shared Respect Builds Relationships
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Leaders Get the Best from Their Employees
The Clipboard My father was an engineer who designed power plants. His first day of work was an education— one that applies to many … [Read More...] about Leaders Get the Best from Their Employees
Managing Patient No Shows
Managing patient no shows are a big problem, with many clinics facing no-show rates as high as 30%. This has been an even bigger problem … [Read More...] about Managing Patient No Shows
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Prior Authorizations Need Priority Solutions
The prior authorizations game is no game at all. Our patient’s well-being is at stake, and so is our own. The stress and frustration associated with … [Read More...] about Prior Authorizations Need Priority Solutions
Phone Tree Best Practices
Virtually every patient satisfaction survey reveals patients’ dissatisfaction with getting through on the phone to their healthcare … [Read More...] about Phone Tree Best Practices
Medical Practice Cash Management
How to Manage the Cash in Your Practice Managing cash in your medical practice is a bit like driving on the interstate. Yes, there are certain … [Read More...] about Medical Practice Cash Management
Do Physicians Know How to Analyze Financial Statements?
Effective Analysis of Your Practice Financials—Think Big, Then Small A typical profit and loss statement may contain 30 or more different expenses … [Read More...] about Do Physicians Know How to Analyze Financial Statements?
Case Study: The New Practice Administrator
PM has been with a practice for 18 months. He has great credentials and can handle the finances, regulatory requirements, and computer issues. The … [Read More...] about Case Study: The New Practice Administrator
The Perils of Phishing—Hook, Line, and Sinker
Phishing is a type of cyberattack using email to trick someone into divulging personal information, including passwords. Health care phishing is … [Read More...] about The Perils of Phishing—Hook, Line, and Sinker
Great Leaders: Consensus Makers or Dictators?
Got an issue that needs to be dealt with in the office? Everyone does—that’s why we created SBGM. Great leadership requires effective management … [Read More...] about Great Leaders: Consensus Makers or Dictators?
Case Study: BY and the Performance Reviews
BY is the clinical administrator for a large multispecialty practice. As part of her role, BY handles clinical evaluations including annual employee … [Read More...] about Case Study: BY and the Performance Reviews
The Basics of Balance Sheet Analysis
The most well-understood financial statement is the profit and loss statement. Over a stated period of time—typically, a month, a quarter or a … [Read More...] about The Basics of Balance Sheet Analysis