Biden Signs New $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Legislation into Law As you might imagine, $1.9 trillion covers a lot of ground. Here are the provisions that we believe will be of greatest interest to you. Unemployment BenefitsIf you made less than $150,000 last year, the first $10,200 of unemployment benefits received is tax-exempt. If you have already filed your 2020 federal return, you will need to amend that return to capture a refund. Recovery Rebates$1,400 per single taxpayers including dependents earning less than … [Read More...] about How the COVID Relief Legislation Impacts You
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Why Patient Engagement Really Does Matter
The practice of great medicine includes a hefty dose of patient engagement because excellent medical care requires a partnership to achieve … [Read More...] about Why Patient Engagement Really Does Matter
Appointment Reminders
Almost every office and hospital use patient appointment reminders. Some are poor, others mediocre, and some do a relatively good job. In … [Read More...] about Appointment Reminders
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Case Study: Excessive Cell Phone Use By Physician
Dr. P is a partner in a three-physician practice that has been pinched recently by increased costs of running a medical business. The group has … [Read More...] about Case Study: Excessive Cell Phone Use By Physician
Case Study: Embezzlement by Front Office Staff
PR works the front desk. She checks people in and collects copays at a geriatrics office. She is always pleasant, and the patients love her. She is … [Read More...] about Case Study: Embezzlement by Front Office Staff
Sleep Center Prepared to Be a Surge ICU During the COVID-19 Crisis if Needed
The lists have been made. The rooms are ready. We pray they will not be needed. The news is filled with concern over the shortage … [Read More...] about Sleep Center Prepared to Be a Surge ICU During the COVID-19 Crisis if Needed
Using Research to Engage Patients
Traditional Engagement for Research Traditionally, basic science research and clinical research have been performed in the university setting. … [Read More...] about Using Research to Engage Patients
Setting Financial Goals to Forecast and Achieve Financial Results
When it comes to the numbers side of the business, most of my physician clients have a very low pain threshold. I get it, you have plenty on your … [Read More...] about Setting Financial Goals to Forecast and Achieve Financial Results
The Credentialing Process for Hospitals and Outpatient Centers
Health care facilities of all types, from hospitals to surgical centers, nursing homes or hospice programs, require credentialing for staff providers. … [Read More...] about The Credentialing Process for Hospitals and Outpatient Centers
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
Coping with COVID-19
Surge ICU Utilizing Sleep Centers & Remote Management of Home PAP Systems Background The disaster that is the COVID-19 pandemic … [Read More...] about Coping with COVID-19
The Credentialing Process for Insurance Carriers
Requirements for credentialing with both governmental and private insurance have expanded over the years. It is vital to keep this information up to … [Read More...] about The Credentialing Process for Insurance Carriers