Greenbranch Publishing http://www.soundpractice.net Interviews, article abstracts and commentary regarding general medical practice management. General Medical Practice Management Information and Advice For the medical practice administrator or the physician executive, topics include human resource management, regulatory challenges, successful recruiting, facilities planning and construction, coding, vendor relations, and legislative issues. en-us Copyright Greenbranch Publishing 2005 SoundPractice.Net admin@soundpractice.net http://www.mpmnetwork.com/images/MPM/setup/issue.jpg http://www.mpmnetwork.com/ The Journal http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:44:36 EST Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net n this 20-minute podcast, Max Reiboldt and Justin Chamblee of the Coker Group, www.cokergroup.com discuss RVUs and physician compensation, the type of specialties being compensated via RVUs, the differences in private practice and hospital employment, the common pitfalls of these types of compensation plans, show health care reform might have an impact on RVU-based compensation plans. Max and Justin are authors of the Greenbranch Publishing book, (due Jan, 2010) RVUs at Work: Relative Value Units in the Medical Practice. www.greenbranch.com n this 20-minute podcast, Max Reiboldt and Justin Chamblee of the Coker Group, www.cokergroup.com discuss RVUs and physician compensation, the type of specialties being compensated via RVUs, the differences in private practice and hospital employment, the common pitfalls of these types of compensation plans, show health care reform might have an impact on RVU-based compensation plans. Max and Justin are authors of the Greenbranch Publishing book, (due Jan, 2010) RVUs at Work: Relative Value Units in the Medical Practice. www.greenbranch.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/RVUs_(Relative_Value_Units)_and_Physician_Compensation.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:41:22 EST Podcast no 0:16:22 medical practice management, rvu. coker, greenbranch, reiboldt In this 20-minute pocast, Wendy Lipton-Dibner, MA, author of Best-Selling new book, M.A.D. Leadership for Healthcare: Proven Strategies for Getting People to Do What You Want Them to Do discusses the formula of M.A.D. Leadership -- M for Motivate, A for Align, D for Differentiate -- the formula that the author has used to help hundreds of practices to make significant changes in the ways they work and relate to people. These proven techniques of "getting people to do what you want them to do," are helping doctors and dentists see major increases in their practice revenues. The book published in May, 2009 to rave reviews and is under consideration at a number of medical, dental and health administration schools as part of the required curriculum. The launch of this book is perfect timing -- who is going to help doctors and administrators get through this time of pending health reform change? Who is going to help doctors weather the "people issue," while selecting and installing an EHR System? Who is going to make sure practices thrive and succeed so that the practice stays in business? Practices need a fast-track model to get doctors, staff and patients to work together and this exciting new book is the answer. www.madleadershipforhealthcare.com In this 20-minute pocast, Wendy Lipton-Dibner, MA, author of Best-Selling new book, M.A.D. Leadership for Healthcare: Proven Strategies for Getting People to Do What You Want Them to Do discusses the formula of M.A.D. Leadership -- M for Motivate, A for Align, D for Differentiate -- the formula that the author has used to help hundreds of practices to make significant changes in the ways they work and relate to people. These proven techniques of "getting people to do what you want them to do," are helping doctors and dentists see major increases in their practice revenues. The book published in May, 2009 to rave reviews and is under consideration at a number of medical, dental and health administration schools as part of the required curriculum. The launch of this book is perfect timing -- who is going to help doctors and administrators get through this time of pending health reform change? Who is going to help doctors weather the "people issue," while selecting and installing an EHR System? Who is going to make sure practices thrive and succeed so that the practice stays in business? Practices need a fast-track model to get doctors, staff and patients to work together and this exciting new book is the answer. www.madleadershipforhealthcare.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/M.A.D._Leadership_for_Healthcare_Proven_Strategies_for_Getting_People_to_Do_What_You_Want_Them_to_Do.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:46:29 EST Podcast no 0:19:45 medical practice management wendy lipton-dibner greenbranch publishing M.A.D. Leadership for Healthcare Judy Capko the author of Secrets of the Best-Run Practices and her most recent book, Take Back Time: Bringing Time Management to Medicine discusses in this 20-minute podcast the meaning of "smart-sourcing," the most common functions outsourced in the medical practice, strategies on how the practice can identify what they want to outsource, confidence levels in selecting a vendor, and how you maintain control when the work is being done outside of the office. www.capko.com http://shopmpm.com/Take_Back_Time_Management_Medicine.asp Judy Capko the author of Secrets of the Best-Run Practices and her most recent book, Take Back Time: Bringing Time Management to Medicine discusses in this 20-minute podcast the meaning of "smart-sourcing," the most common functions outsourced in the medical practice, strategies on how the practice can identify what they want to outsource, confidence levels in selecting a vendor, and how you maintain control when the work is being done outside of the office. www.capko.com http://shopmpm.com/Take_Back_Time_Management_Medicine.asp http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Smart-Sourcing_for_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:46:27 EST Podcast no 0:20:31 smart sourcing capko physician office The author of the best selling book, Take Back Time: Bringing Time Management to Medicine discusses in this 20-minute podcast the hot topic of "Workflow" in the medical practice, the most important issues to increase efficiency, how the economy is bringing these workflow issues into the spotlight, the low-down on doctors and their schedules, how can staff really implement change, how to adopt inexpensive tech tools and why quality is essential in the discussion about workflow. The author of the best selling book, Take Back Time: Bringing Time Management to Medicine discusses in this 20-minute podcast the hot topic of "Workflow" in the medical practice, the most important issues to increase efficiency, how the economy is bringing these workflow issues into the spotlight, the low-down on doctors and their schedules, how can staff really implement change, how to adopt inexpensive tech tools and why quality is essential in the discussion about workflow. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Streamlining_Workflow_in_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:40:16 EST Podcast no 0:22:03 capko medical office workflow In this 20-minute podcast, attorneys Jason Newfield and Justin Frankel from Frankel and Newfield, Attorneys at Law discuss the meaning of "dual occupation" in the claims process, the importance of specialty language, common misconceptions about the specialty letter, the definition of residual claims and why they matter, opportunities and pitfalls to backdating of claims, and the major misconceptions surrounding group disability policies, private policies and association policies. www.frankelnewfield.com In this 20-minute podcast, attorneys Jason Newfield and Justn Frankel from Frankel and Newfield, Attorneys at Law discuss the meaning of "dual occupation" in the claims process, the importance of specialty language, common misconceptions about the specialty letter, the definition of residual claims and why they matter, opportunities and pitfalls to backdating of claims, and the major misconceptions surrounding group disability policies, private policies and association policies. www.frankelnewfield.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Long_Term_Disability_Insurance_and_the_Physician_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:34:00 EST Podcast no 0:28:26 Disability Insurance ason Newfield Justin Frankel In this 15-minute podcast hear Joanie Cochran discuss how Compliance does not have to be a labor and monetary intensive project, how you can web access very specific information regarding Compliance, how is Compliance being incorporated into current and future government initiatives, and why Compliance is (and will continue to be) at the forefront of physician practices. In this 15-minute podcast hear Joanie Cochran discuss how Compliance does not have to be a labor and monetary intensive project, how you can web access very specific information regarding Compliance, how is Compliance being incorporated into current and future government initiatives, and why Compliance is (and will continue to be) at the forefront of physician practices. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Compliance_in_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:48:55 EST Podcast no 0:11:49 Joanie Cochran medical compliance practice manager administrator 20-minute podcast interview with Charles A. Peck, MD, FACP, Chief Medical Officer of LifeMasters, where he discusses the following: Why doctors should be aware of disease management and embrace the concept, what exactly is disease management and how it works, the common misconceptions about DM, the benefits of a disease management program in a medical practice, and the important indicators that disease management tracks and how it can work for physicians in the pay-for-performance era. http://www.lifemasters.com 20-minute podcast interview with Charles A. Peck, MD, FACP, Chief Medical Officer of LifeMasters, where he discusses the following: Why doctors should be aware of disease management and embrace the concept, what exactly is disease management and how it works, the common misconceptions about DM, the benefits of a disease management program in a medical practice, and the important indicators that disease management tracks and how it can work for physicians in the pay-for-performance era. http://www.lifemasters.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Disease_Management_in_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 27 Oct 2008 11:37:10 EST Podcast no 0:17:27 medical practice greenbranch journal of medical practice management soundpractice lifemasters Charles Peck Susan Childs, FACMPE, of Evolution Healthcare Consulting, in this 20-minute podcast, discusses the most important aspects to consider when negotiating a managed care contract, how to convey the value and culture of your practice to insurance companies, the threat to terminate a contract (should it ever be done?), the most important contract language to address and strategies to use to keep up with the timeline of your contracts. Evolution Healthcare Consulting www.evohcc.com Managed Care Contracting, Top Considerations Susan Childs, FACMPE, of Evolution Healthcare Consulting, in this 20-minute podcast, discusses the most important aspects to consider when negotiating a managed care contract, how to convey the value and culture of your practice to insurance companies, the threat to terminate a contract (should it ever be done?), the most important contract language to address and strategies to use to keep up with the timeline of your contracts. Evolution Healthcare Consulting www.evohcc.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Managed_Care_Contracting-Top_Considerations.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:39:54 EST Podcast no 0:23:34 childs greenbranch medical practice In this 20-minute podcast, Marc Halley, MBA, of The Halley Consulting Group, LLC and Editor of the new book, The Medical Practice Start-Up Guide, (available August 18, 2008) discusses the competitive forces that new doctors face in the marketplace, the top five things that new physicians can do to protect their business, options for financing a practice start-up, how new doctors can find patients for their practice and how doctors can look for the best staff members and the concept of the "highest and best use of staff members." The Medical Practice Start-Up Guide (ISBN 978-0-9814728-2-6) can be ordered at http://www.mpmnetwork.com or by calling 800-933-3711. In this 20-minute podcast, Marc Halley, MBA, of The Halley Consulting Group, LLC and Editor of the new book, The Medical Practice Start-Up Guide, (available August 18, 2008) discusses the competitive forces that new doctors face in the marketplace, the top five things that new physicians can do to protect their business, options for financing a practice start-up, how new doctors can find patients for their practice and how doctors can look for the best staff members and the concept of the "highest and best use of staff members." The Medical Practice Start-Up Guide (ISBN 978-0-9814728-2-6) can be ordered at http://www.mpmnetwork.com or by calling 800-933-3711. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Medical_Practice_Start_Up_Guide.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:26:27 EST Podcast no 0:22:50 medical practice start-up halley greenbranch physician In this 20-minute podcast interview, Linda A.Brown, CMA, (AAMA) President of the American Association of Medical Assistants discusses the varied and important roles a medical assistant can have in a medical practice -- both from a clinical and an administrative perspective. Also, In its March 2008 issue, the Journal of Medical Practice Management published "Roles for CMAs (AAMA) Enhance Quality and Effectiveness of Care." The article explains how employing the CMA (AAMA) is "proving to be a cost-effective way of providing high-quality care." The article also describes a new frontier for the profession, detailing how researchers are exploring new roles for the CMA (AAMA) that will enhance efficiency and patient compliance. Those interested in a copy of the article can contact Greenbranch Publishing at info@greenbranch.com. In this 20-minute podcast interview, Linda A.Brown, CMA, (AAMA) President of the American Association of Medical Assistants discusses the varied and important roles a medical assistant can have in a medical practice -- both from a clinical and an administrative perspective. Also, In its March 2008 issue, the Journal of Medical Practice Management published "Roles for CMAs (AAMA) Enhance Quality and Effectiveness of Care." The article explains how employing the CMA (AAMA) is "proving to be a cost-effective way of providing high-quality care." The article also describes a new frontier for the profession, detailing how researchers are exploring new roles for the CMA (AAMA) that will enhance efficiency and patient compliance. Those interested in a copy of the article can contact Greenbranch Publishing at info@greenbranch.com. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Linda_Brown_President_of_the_American_Association_of_Medical_Assistants.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:03:00 EST Podcast no 0:15:28 AAMA American Association of Medical Assistants practice management mpm greenbranch In this 20-minute podcast interview, Deane Waldman, MD, explans the theory of sound "process" and how to balance the need for efficiency with the patients' needs to talk and to have doctors listen. His theory of the "process of medicine" rather than the "practice of medicine" is thought-provoking. An ongoing dialog about the cause of dysfunction in our healthcare system, and suggestions for solutions is Medical Malprocess, a blog by Dr. Waldman at http://www.thesystemmd.com In this 20-minute podcast interview, Deane Waldman, MD, explans the theory of sound "process" and how to balance the need for efficiency with the patients' needs to talk and to have doctors listen. His theory of the "process of medicine" rather than the "practice of medicine" is thought-provoking. An ongoing dialog about the cause of dysfunction in our healthcare system, and suggestions for solutions is Medical Malprocess, a blog by Dr. Waldman at http://www.thesystemmd.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Deane_Waldman_MD.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 07 Jul 2008 10:58:04 EST Podcast no 0:27:31 process of medicine waldman mpm soundpractice greenbranch practice management Judy Capko, Author of the Best-Seller Secrets of the Best-Run Practices and her newest book "Take Back Time: Bringing Time Managmenet to Medicine", discusses in this 20-minute podcast how to get patients on your side. She explains why patients are becoming even more demanding, what patients really want from their doctors, how practices can take advantage of technology to partner with patients, how to effectively use a practice website and how to make a medical practice more friendly...and what it takes to create a true partnership with patients. Judy Capko, Author of the Best-Seller Secrets of the Best-Run Practices and her newest book "Take Back Time: Bringing Time Managmenet to Medicine", discusses in this 20-minute podcast how to get patients on your side. She explains why patients are becoming even more demanding, what patients really want from their doctors, how practices can take advantage of technology to partner with patients, how to effectively use a practice website and how to make a medical practice more friendly...and what it takes to create a true partnership with patients. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Ultimate_Partnership_Getting_Patients_on_Your_Side.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 21 May 2008 11:19:50 EST Podcast no 0:23:58 judy capko greenbranch journal of medical practice management physician office administrator Donna Weinstock of Office Management Solution discusses, in this 20-minute interview, the popularity of lean healthcare, provides detail on the "7 wastes" and describes the criteria for determining if a process or system in a medical practice needs to be streamlined. What can medical practices learn from TPS - Toyota Production Systems? Donna Weinstock will tell you...and she will also describe steps on how a medical practice can become a "Lean" provider. Donna Weinstock of Office Management Solution discusses, in this 20-minute interview, the popularity of lean healthcare, provides detail on the "7 wastes" and describes the criteria for determining if a process or system in a medical practice needs to be streamlined. What can medical practices learn from TPS - Toyota Production Systems? Donna Weinstock will tell you...and she will also describe steps on how a medical practice can become a "Lean" provider. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Lean_Healthcare_in_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:44:43 EST Podcast no 0:19:01 lean healthcare medical practice weinstock greenbranch Judy Capko, Author of the Best-Seller Secrets of the Best-Run Practices and her newest book (publishing March 1, 2008) Take Back Time: Bringing Time Management to Medicine, discusses in this 20-minute podcast why medical practices have such trouble with phone demand and she provides concrete tips and solutions to help the problem. Judy covers how to audit your inbound calls, getting to the root of the "system" vs. the "staffing" problem, how to train staff for good telephone skills, and why a common complaint from patients is the insensitivity of staff members on the phone. Judy Capko, Author of the Best-Seller Secrets of the Best-Run Practices and her newest book (publishing March 1, 2008) Take Back Time: Bringing Time Management to Medicine, discusses in this 20-minute podcast why medical practices have such trouble with phone demand and she provides concrete tips and solutions to help the problem. Judy covers how to audit your inbound calls, getting to the root of the "system" vs. the "staffing" problem, how to train staff for good telephone skills, and why a common complaint from patients is the insensitivity of staff members on the phone. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Those_Maddening_Phones_Are_They_Wasting_Your_Time.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 05 Mar 2008 01:46:11 EST Podcast no 0:20:50 medical practice managment capko greenbranch telelphone receptionist doctor office In this 20-minute podcast interview, Wendy Lipton-Dibner, author and speaker, describes the evolution of The Action Formula: The Shortest Distance Between What You Have and What You Want and how the strategy (and her book) is being implemented in medical and dental practices. Is it a book for business or a self-help book? It's both! And Wendy explains how this can be. As one of the reviewers of the book wrote, "Move over, Tom Peters and Ken Blanchard," and Wendy discusses what the reviewer meant. Lastly, Wendy describes WHAT the Action Formula is and why it has such wide appeal to both healthcare and corporate communities. The Action Formula In this 20-minute podcast interview, Wendy Lipton-Dibner, author and speaker, describes the evolution of The Action Formula: The Shortest Distance Between What You Have and What You Want and how the strategy (and her book) is being implemented in medical and dental practices. Is it a book for business or a self-help book? It's both! And Wendy explains how this can be. As one of the reviewers of the book wrote, "Move over, Tom Peters and Ken Blanchard," and Wendy discusses what the reviewer meant. Lastly, Wendy describes WHAT the Action Formula is and why it has such wide appeal to both healthcare and corporate communities. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Action_Formula.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 25 Feb 2008 01:39:11 EST Podcast no 0:17:50 wendy lipton dibner action formula greenbranch publishing journal of medical practice management In this 20-minute podcast, hear Jim Saxton, from the law firm of Stevens and Lee discuss why post adverse event is such an important issue for physicians, the advantages (and potential drawbacks) of physicians saying, " I'm sorry," and the importance of coming up with a plan and policy for the practice on handling adverse events. He also discusses why this is an issue not only for physicians but for everyone on the team in a medical practice. Post Adverse Event: Reducing the Exposure for Your Medical Practice In this 20-minute podcast, hear Jim Saxton, from the law firm of Stevens and Lee discuss why post adverse event is such an important issue for physicians, the advantages (and potential drawbacks) of physicians saying, " I'm sorry," and the importance of coming up with a plan and policy for the practice on handling adverse events. He also discusses why this is an issue not only for physicians but for everyone on the team in a medical practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Post_Adverse_Event_Reducing_the_Exposure_for_Your_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:06:07 EST Podcast no 0:19:54 James Saxtom Stevens Lee medical law practice managment physician administrator adverse event sue lawsuit greenbranch publishing Dr. Rubin, the author of "Dying for Compassion," discusses in this 20-minute podcast the roots of his own deep interest in feedback, why hearing the word "feedback" causes most people to cringe, and the negative consequences of poorly delivered feedback. Hear also his opinion of the 360-degree feedback craze, how to make delivering bad news a "win-win" and he wraps up with a few practical suggestions on how to improve giving and receiving feedback. Dr. Rubin, the author of "Dying for Compassion," discusses in this 20-minute podcast the roots of his own deep interest in feedback, why hearing the word "feedback" causes most people to cringe, and the negative consequences of poorly delivered feedback. Hear also his opinion of the 360-degree feedback craze, how to make delivering bad news a "win-win" and he wraps up with a few practical suggestions on how to improve giving and receiving feedback. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Feedback_The_Breakfast_of_Champions.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:08:16 EST Podcast no 0:21:59 medical practice management feedback irv rubin greenbranch publishing physician office administrator Many physician practices recognize that they can expand business by reaching out to specific communities, including targeting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) patients. Ellen Kahn, Director of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Family Project discusses what strategies physician practices are using to reach out to the LGBT community and meet their needs and expectations. She provides concrete examples of what is likely to work or not work. Many physician practices recognize that they can expand business by reaching out to specific communities, including targeting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) patients. Ellen Kahn, Director of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Family Project discusses what strategies physician practices are using to reach out to the LGBT community and meet their needs and expectations. She provides concrete examples of what is likely to work or not work. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Expanding_into_Gay_and_Lesbian_Market_ What_Savvy_Medical_Practices_Know.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 03 Jan 2008 04:02:02 EST Podcast no 0:28:14 medical practice gay lesbian glbt physician doctor office new market Implementing Real Time Claim Adjudication may be a smart move for many medical practices. In this 20-minute podcast, Doral Davis-Jacobsen Manager, Physician Services Consulting Unit Dixon Hughes, PLLC defines the term, how the process of real time adjudication effects accounts receivable workflow, the challenges in implementing the program, keys to success in incorporating the process into the practice workflow, and the impressive impact on the financial performance of the practice. Implementing Real Time Claim Adjudication may be a smart move for many medical practices. In this 20-minute podcast, Doral Davis-Jacobsen defines the term, how the process of real time adjudication effects accounts receivable workflow, the challenges in implementing the program, keys to success in incorporating the process into the practice workflow, and the impressive impact on the financial performance of the practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Real_Time_Claim_Adjudication.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 10 Dec 2007 03:01:52 EST Podcast no 0:23:46 medical practice management adjudication davis-jacobson greenbranch publishing physician finance income Why is it that some practices have a flair for rapid growth? It is a combination of good financial planning and terrific customer service that drives referrals. In this 20-minute podcast, Judy Capko, author of the runaway best seller, Secrets of the Best-Run Practices discusses elements of how patients rate their doctors, the most common complaints patients have about their physicians, the importance of office aesthetics, the use of technology for patients to better "connect" with their doctors, and the use of mystery patients or mystery shoppers in the medical practice. Grow Your Practice from the Inside Out Why is it that some practices have a flair for rapid growth? It is a combination of good financial planning and terrific customer service that drives referrals. In this 20-minute podcast, Judy Capko, author of the runaway best seller, Secrets of the Best-Run Practices discusses elements of how patients rate their doctors, the most common complaints patients have about their physicians, the importance of office aesthetics, the use of technology for patients to better "connect" with their doctors, and the use of mystery patients or mystery shoppers in the medical practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Grow_Your_Practice_from_the_Inside_Out.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 05 Nov 2007 02:58:48 EST Podcast no 0:26:27 medical practice management greenbranch judy capko doctors office administrator journal Jennifer Bever, FACHE, the Director of Education for Sg2 discusses hot issues for hospitals and the impact of these issues on physician and physician practices. In this 20-minute podcast, Ms. Bever covers Medicare payment reductions and surgical services, pay-for-performance, projected physician workforce shortages, what makes physician-hospital partnerships successful, and very specific strategies on how physicians can work more effectively with hospitals. Jennifer Bever also discusses when and how physicians should "do it themselves." Hot Issues for Hospitals - and What that Means for Physicians Jennifer Bever, FACHE, the Director of Education for Sg2 discusses hot issues for hospitals and the impact of these issues on physician and physician practices. In this 20-minute podcast, Ms. Bever covers Medicare payment reductions and surgical services, pay-for-performance, projected physician workforce shortages, what makes physician-hospital partnerships successful, and very specific strategies on how physicians can work more effectively with hospitals. Jennifer Bever also discusses when and how physicians should "do it themselves." http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Hot_Issues_for_Hospitals_and_What_that_Means_for_Physicians.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 09 Oct 2007 02:40:21 EST Podcast no 0:21:47 jennifer bever sg2 hospital physician relations medical practice management greenbranch journal In this 20-minute podcast, Judy Capko, author of the runaway best seller, Secrets of the Best-Run Practices covers specific reasons why conflicts can emerge in a practice and how office bickering can impact productivity. She provides tips on how to approach the subject with staff and practical ideas on resolving the bickering. She also describes very proactive strategies physicians and office executives can use to reduce the potential conflicts. Stop the Medical Office Bickering In this 20-minute podcast, Judy Capko, author of the runaway best seller, Secrets of the Best-Run Practices covers specific reasons why conflicts can emerge in a practice and how office bickering can impact productivity. She provides tips on how to approach the subject with staff and practical ideas on resolving the bickering. She also describes very proactive strategies physicians and office executives can use to reduce the potential conflicts. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Stop_the_Medical_Office_Bickering.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 01 Oct 2007 04:17:07 EST Podcast no 0:15:39 judy capko medical practice managment journal greenbranch publishing soundpractice secrets of the best run practices In this 20-minute podcast, consultant Jennifer O'Brien from Karen Zupko & Associates discusses working with family. We're seeing more and more of these types of working arrangements and Ms. O'Brien describes scenarios she has encountered, both successes and disasters. She discusses how to settle on a reasonable wage for a family member, impact of "pillow talk" between a physician and spouse employee, consideration of insurance (and other financial details) when more than one member of a family draws an income from the practice, and legal issues of having one member "report" to another family member. Working with Family - Does it Work? In this 20-minute podcast, consultant Jennifer O'Brien from Karen Zupko & Associates discusses working with family. We're seeing more and more of these types of working arrangements and Ms. O'Brien describes scenarios she has encountered, both successes and disasters. She discusses how to settle on a reasonable wage for a family member, impact of "pillow talk" between a physician and spouse employee, consideration of insurance (and other financial details) when more than one member of a family draws an income from the practice, and legal issues of having one member "report" to another family member. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Working_with_the_Family_Does_it_Work.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 19 Sep 2007 08:57:36 EST Podcast no 0:20:20 spouse physician working together medical practice management doctor office administrator jennifer o'brien zupko greenbranch journal In this 20 minute podcast, Owen Dahl, MBA, FACHE, CHBC, author of Think Business! Medical Practice Quality, Efficiency, Profits, discusses how much it really costs a doctor (or a practice) to see a patient. No, the answer isn't what you charge for an office visit. A physician needs wise management of costs and an understanding of revenue enhancement to assure long-term success for the practice. But how do you analyze costs in a practice? Mr. Dahl addresses fixed, variable, direct and indirect costs with practical examples of what costs you can control. You may think it is your office supplies - but analysis of your payroll may yield larger savings. Also hear his expert comments about patient satisfaction, your no-show rate, overtime costs, and what it means to the practice to see just one additional patient per day. http://www.thinkbusiness.md How Much Does it Cost You to See a Patient? In this 20 minute podcast, Owen Dahl, MBA, FACHE, CHBC, author of Think Business! Medical Practice Quality, Efficiency, Profits, discusses how much it really costs a doctor (or a practice) to see a patient. No, the answer isn't what you charge for an office visit. A physician needs wise management of costs and an understanding of revenue enhancement to assure long-term success for the practice. But how do you analyze costs in a practice? Mr. Dahl addresses fixed, variable, direct and indirect costs with practical examples of what costs you can control. You may think it is your office supplies - but analysis of your payroll may yield larger savings. Also hear his expert comments about patient satisfaction, your no-show rate, overtime costs, and what it means to the practice to see just one additional patient per day. http://www.thinkbusiness.md http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/How_Much_Does_it_Cost_You_to_See_a_Patient.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 30 Aug 2007 04:15:31 EST Podcast no 0:23:35 owen dahl physician costs medial practice management greenbranch publishing doctor administrator Dr. Jeff Gruen, Chief Medical Officer of Revolution Health discusses How Well-Informed Patients Make Better Patients. In this 20 - minute podcast Dr. Gruen discusses why patient education is so important, the types of patient education materials patients should have and how physicians can work with patients to provide quality patient education materials. He also gives examples of how well-informed patients are better patients (with better clinical outcomes). How Well-Informed Patients Make Better Patients with Dr. Jeff Gruen of Revolution Health Dr. Jeff Gruen, Chief Medical Officer of Revolution Health discusses How Well-Informed Patients Make Better Patients. In this 20 - minute podcast Dr. Gruen discusses why patient education is so important, the types of patient education materials patients should have and how physicians can work with patients to provide quality patient education materials. He also gives examples of how well-informed patients are better patients (with better clinical outcomes). http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/How_Well-Informed_Patients_Make_Better_Patients_with_Dr._Jeff_Gruen_of_Revolution_Health.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 25 Jul 2007 04:08:12 EST Podcast no 0:18:31 revolution health greenbranch journal of medical practice management jeff gruen healthcare patient education policy In this 20-minute podcast, seasoned consultant Randy Bauman discusses the state of independent physician groups, challenges that face small-to-medium sized groups, the impact of The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, values of practices and hospitals' interest in acquiring practices, pitfalls in selling to a hospital, and the future of physician group practices. The Future of Group Practice In this 20-minute podcast, seasoned consultant Randy Bauman discusses the state of independent physician groups, challenges that face small-to-medium sized groups, the impact of The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, values of practices and hospitals' interest in acquiring practices, pitfalls in selling to a hospital, and the future of physician group practices. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Future_of_Group_Practice_by_Randy_Bauman_President_Delta_Health_Care.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 05 Jun 2007 01:04:15 EST Podcast no 0:29:34 medical practice physician income doctor administrator randy bauman greenbranch publishing medicine health care In this 20 minute podcast, Betsy reviews details surrounding physicians getting paid for hospital services. Can physicians get paid if they have to see a sick patient more than once a day? What does group membership have to do with getting paid for hospital services? What is the difference between observation admission series of codes and the observation with discharge codes? What are the rules for critical care? What about the proper way to bill follow up visits after an initial inpatient consultation? How to Get Paid for Hospital Services with Betsy Nicoletti, MS, CPC, President of Medical Practice Consulting In this 20 minute podcast, Betsy reviews details surrounding physicians getting paid for hospital services. Can physicians get paid if they have to see a sick patient more than once a day? What does group membership have to do with getting paid for hospital services? What is the difference between observation admission series of codes and the observation with discharge codes? What are the rules for critical care? What about the proper way to bill follow up visits after an initial inpatient consultation? http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/How_to_Get_Paid_for_Hospital_Services_with_Betsy_Nicoletti.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 19 Apr 2007 10:41:42 EST Podcast no 0:21:23 betsy nicoletti medical practice management hospital reimbursement medicare coding greenbranch David B. Nash, MD, MBA, FACP, Professor and Chairman of the Department of Health Policy at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University of Philadelphia author/editor of 17 books, and repeatedly named by Modern Healthcare to the top 100 most powerful persons in healthcare list is interviewed about his latest book, Practicing Medicine in the 21st Century, published by the American College of Physician Executives, www.acpe.org In this 20-minute podcast interview with Nancy Collins, Publisher of The Journal of Medical Practice Management, Dr. Nash discusses the challenges facing physicians today, the characteristics of an ideal practice, how physicians can improve the quality of their care, how physicians can prepare for pay-for-performance (P4P) and the extra training that physicians might find useful in the new era of medical practice. Interview with David B. Nash, MD, MBA, FACP, Professor and Chairman of the Department of Health Policy at Jefferson Medical College David B. Nash, MD, MBA, FACP, Professor and Chairman of the Department of Health Policy at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University of Philadelphia author/editor of 17 books, and repeatedly named by Modern Healthcare to the top 100 most powerful persons in healthcare list is interviewed about his latest book, Practicing Medicine in the 21st Century, published by the American College of Physician Executives, www.acpe.org In this 20-minute podcast interview with Nancy Collins, Publisher of The Journal of Medical Practice Management, Dr. Nash discusses the challenges facing physicians today, the characteristics of an ideal practice, how physicians can improve the quality of their care, how physicians can prepare for pay-for-performance (P4P) and the extra training that physicians might find useful in the new era of medical practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_David_B_Nash_MD_MBA_FACP.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 11 Apr 2007 05:23:13 EST Podcast no 0:15:51 david nash md journal medical practice managent health policy physician doctor income performance greenbranch Podcast interview on Increasing Patient Volume and Quality of Practice Life (from a space planning viewpoint) with Larry R. Brooks, Partner and Senior Medical Planning Consultant, Medical Design International (MDI) based in Norcross, Georgia (www.mdiatlanta.com). Mr. Brooks discusses strategies a practice can do to better utilize the doctor's time, with emphasis on his adage, "Things come to the doctor, the doctor does not go to the things." He discusses how to eliminate distractions for the doctor, how to always have patients ready for the doctor, proper use of the appointment schedule, communication system and patient flow system, and discussion of the right amount of space and right layout for a medical office and their impact on productivity. Also hear about the trends of using scribes in office practice. Space Planning: Increasing Patient Volume and Quality of Practice Life Podcast interview on Increasing Patient Volume and Quality of Practice Life (from a space planning viewpoint) with Larry R. Brooks, Partner and Senior Medical Planning Consultant, Medical Design International (MDI) based in Norcross, Georgia (www.mdiatlanta.com). Mr. Brooks discusses strategies a practice can do to better utilize the doctor's time, with emphasis on his adage, "Things come to the doctor, the doctor does not go to the things." He discusses how to eliminate distractions for the doctor, how to always have patients ready for the doctor, proper use of the appointment schedule, communication system and patient flow system, and discussion of the right amount of space and right layout for a medical office and their impact on productivity. Also hear about the trends of using scribes in office practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Space_Planning_Increasing_Patient_Volume_and_Quality_of_Practice_Life.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 02 Apr 2007 03:15:57 EST Podcast no 0:22:20 larry brooks journal medical practice management mdiatlanta office planning doctor physician administrator design build greenbranch Dr. Dan Strakal, through his radio shows, consulting activities and speaking engagements has helped dozens of organizations overcome challenges to create satisfying and successful workplaces. In this podcast, Dr. Strakal discusses practical strategies for medical practice managers on how to set performance goals and expectations, how to handle employees who refuse to set, much less, meet performance goals and how a manager is a complex medical practice can expect employees to self-monitor and self-manage his or her own behavior. Set Performance Employee Goals and Expectations Dr. Dan Strakal, through his radio shows, consulting activities and speaking engagements has helped dozens of organizations overcome challenges to create satisfying and successful workplaces. In this podcast, Dr. Strakal discusses practical strategies for medical practice managers on how to set performance goals and expectations, how to handle employees who refuse to set, much less, meet performance goals and how a manager is a complex medical practice can expect employees to self-monitor and self-manage his or her own behavior. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Its_Never_Too_Early_(or_Too_Late)_to_Set_Performance_Employee_Goals_and_Expectations.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 02 Apr 2007 03:09:28 EST Podcast no 0:27:17 medical practice management physician strakal journal doctor office employee review administrator In this 20 minute podcast, Betsy Nicoletti, MS, CPC, President of Medical Practice Consulting and author of the best-seller, The Field Guide to Physician Coding, reviews the codes that a physician, NP or PA can use to bill for a patient's annual preventive services, what is included in each of those codes, strategies for billing for sports physicals, Medicare rules and guidelines on annual physical exams, other preventive services such as pap tests, immunizations and diagnostic lab services and imaging. Betsy Nicoletti - find her book at www.shopmpm.com Getting Paid for Well Visits with Betsy Nicoletti In this 20 minute podcast, Betsy Nicoletti, MS, CPC, President of Medical Practice Consulting and author of the best-seller, The Field Guide to Physician Coding, reviews the codes that a physician, NP or PA can use to bill for a patient's annual preventive services, what is included in each of those codes, strategies for billing for sports physicals, Medicare rules and guidelines on annual physical exams, other preventive services such as pap tests, immunizations and diagnostic lab services and imaging. Betsy Nicoletti - find her book at www.shopmpm.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Getting_Paid_for_Well-Visits.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 21 Mar 2007 09:14:02 EST Podcast no 0:20:18 coding gmedical practice management administrator physician well-visits doctors office manager journal greenbranch jmpm Interview with Jon Zimring, Partner, Duane Morris, LLP, based in Chicago discusses his articles from recent issues of The Journal of Medical Practice Management. Mr. Zimring discusses how to define a "dangerous employee", why physicians and physician practices seem to be increasingly on the hot seat for liability, are workplaces becoming more dangerous or is the danger simply increasing for employers? He also covers useful information a practice leader can gain from employee exit interviews, and how to keep personnel policies relevant in today's changing employee pool. www.duanemorris.com Interview with Jon Zimring, Partner, Duane Morris, LLP, based in Chicago discusses his articles from recent issues of The Journal of Medical Practice Management. Mr. Zimring discusses how to define a "dangerous employee", why physicians and physician practices seem to be increasingly on the hot seat for liability, are workplaces becoming more dangerous or is the danger simply increasing for employers? He also covers useful information a practice leader can gain from employee exit interviews, and how to keep personnel policies relevant in today's changing employee pool. www.duanemorris.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/When_Dangerous_Employees_Cause_Harm.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sat, 17 Feb 2007 05:06:21 EST Podcast no 0:24:34 medical practice management journal zimring workplace violence physician doctor office medicine healthcare employee Judy Capko, President of Capko & Co., based in Thousand Oaks, California and the author of the best-seller, Secrets of the Best-Run Practices is interviewed by SoundPractice.net. In this 20 minute podcast, Judy reviews the concept of monthly strategy meetings in a medical practice, how to get doctors and others in the practice to buy-in to such meetings, how to best structure meetings to share performance data, and the most important issues and benchmark data to cover on a regular basis. She also discusses how to keep focus and momentum up for such strategy sessions. How to Stay on Top of Practice Finances with Judy Capko Judy Capko, President of Capko & Co., based in Thousand Oaks, California and the author of the best-seller, Secrets of the Best-Run Practices is interviewed by SoundPractice.net. In this 20 minute podcast, Judy reviews the concept of monthly strategy meetings in a medical practice, how to get doctors and others in the practice to buy-in to such meetings, how to best structure meetings to share performance data, and the most important issues and benchmark data to cover on a regular basis. She also discusses how to keep focus and momentum up for such strategy sessions. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/How_to_Stay_on_Top_of_Practice_Finances_with_Judy_Capko.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 05 Feb 2007 10:07:34 EST Podcast no 0:15:47 medical practice management judy capko physician income healthcare doctors office medical administrator capko.com greenbranch.com Journal of Medical Practice Management Sheila Dunn, D.A., MT (ASCP) and Sarah Alholm, M.A.S. of Quality America, Inc. discuss Preventing Workplace Violence in the Healthcare Setting. In this podcast, these experts discuss how widespread these incidents are and how practices should prepare for workplace violence. They also review who are the most likely perpetrators of workplace violence, security measures recommended for medical offices, and the tie-in with OSHA regulations. Quality America, Inc. (www.quality-america.com). Sheila Dunn, D.A., MT (ASCP) and Sarah Alholm, M.A.S. of Quality America, Inc. discuss Preventing Workplace Violence in the Healthcare Setting. In this podcast, these experts discuss how widespread these incidents are and how practices should prepare for workplace violence. They also review who are the most likely perpetrators of workplace violence, security measures recommended for medical offices, and the tie-in with OSHA regulations. Quality America, Inc. (www.quality-america.com). http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Workplace_Violence_in_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 30 Jan 2007 04:08:33 EST Podcast no 0:24:58 medical practice management office physician workplace violence violent behavior employee vilolence employer doctor office administrator practice management medicine healthcare Betsy Nicoletti, MS, CPC, President of Medical Practice Consulting (www.mpconsulting.org ) discusses in this timely podcast, "Getting Paid the 1.5% Medicare Bonus." She outlines the strategy for reporting quality indicators to the CMS and the difference between pay for performance and this physician voluntary reporting program mandated by Congress. To sign up for the live audio conference on Feb 14, 2007 visit this link - http://conference.mpmnetwork.com. Betsy Nicoletti, MS, CPC, President of Medical Practice Consulting (www.mpconsulting.org ) discusses in this timely podcast, "Getting Paid the 1.5% Medicare Bonus." She outlines the strategy for reporting quality indicators to the CMS and the difference between pay for performance and this physician voluntary reporting program mandated by Congress. To sign up for the live audio conference on Feb 14, 2007 visit this link - http://conference.mpmnetwork.com. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/How_to_Get_Paid_the_1.5_Percent_Medicare_Bonus.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 30 Jan 2007 03:36:41 EST Podcast no 0:19:01 Medicare Bonus CMS reimbursement medical practice management physician income administrator doctor office practice management Reed Pew, CEO and President of the AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) www.aapc.com discusses in this first Soundpractice.net podcast for 2007, the mission of the AAPC, the future of the profession of medical coding, advantages for physician offices to employ certified coders, salary ranges of coders and methods of recruiting certified coders for a medical practice. Reed is interviewed by Nancy Collins, Publisher of The Journal of Medical Practice Management www.mpmnetwork.com Reed Pew, CEO and President of the AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) www.aapc.com discusses in this first Soundpractice.net podcast for 2007, the mission of the AAPC, the future of the profession of medical coding, advantages for physician offices to employ certified coders, salary ranges of coders and methods of recruiting certified coders for a medical practice. Reed is interviewed by Nancy Collins, Publisher of The Journal of Medical Practice Management www.mpmnetwork.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Reed_Pew_CEO_of_the_AAPC.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 05 Jan 2007 04:18:29 EST Podcast no 0:13:29 medical coding redd pew healthcare medical practice AAPC doctors physicians administrators Whether you are looking to enhance your success or simply to hold onto it, this 20 minute Podcast with Wendy Lipton-Dibner of Professional Impact, Inc. will help you to achieve your goals. You will learn about the 1 key area of your practice where simple interventions can make the difference between increased revenues and falling profit margins. Listeners will receive access to a complimentary self-assessment instrument that will enable them to strategically identify 25 critical interventions that they can make to bring their practices to new heights of success in 2007. Take the complimentary practice assessment at http://www.pro-impact.com Whether you are looking to enhance your success or simply to hold onto it, this 20 minute Podcast with Wendy Lipton-Dibner of Professional Impact, Inc. will help you to achieve your goals. You will learn about the 1 key area of your practice where simple interventions can make the difference between increased revenues and falling profit margins. Listeners will receive access to a complimentary self-assessment instrument that will enable them to strategically identify 25 critical interventions that they can make to bring their practices to new heights of success in 2007. Take the complimentary practice assessment at http://www.pro-impact.com http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Break_Through_Your_Medical_Practice_Success_Barriers.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 15 Dec 2006 10:09:25 EST Podcast no 0:27:25 medical practice management wendy lipton-dibney professional impact journal MPM greenbranch publishing physician administrator health care doctor office manager Tune in to hear nationally-recognized expert Owen Dahl discuss the following: The impact on the overall health care legislative picture based upon the results of the recent Congressional elections, who are the new key players (and the key issues) to watch in the 110th Congress, status of the 5% across the board SGR mandated cut of the physician fee schedule and what role administrators and physicians can play with healthcare issues and politics. Tune in to hear nationally-recognized expert Owen Dahl discuss the following: The impact on the overall health care legislative picture based upon the results of the recent Congressional elections, who are the new key players (and the key issues) to watch in the 110th Congress, status of the 5% across the board SGR mandated cut of the physician fee schedule and what role administrators and physicians can play with healthcare issues and politics. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Washington_Update_Podcast_with_Owen_Dahl.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 15 Dec 2006 09:57:37 EST Podcast no 0:28:46 medical practice management owen dahl journal MPM greenbranch publishing physician administrator health care doctor office manager policy washington Bruce Lefco discussed the state of healthcare reimbursements and the features of Health Payment Systems, Inc., a Financial Transactions Company based in Milwaukee, dedicated to simplifying the reimbursement process and lowering the cost-to-collect and bad debt expense. Bruce Lefco discussed the state of healthcare reimbursements and the features of Health Payment Systems, Inc., a Financial Transactions Company based in Milwaukee, dedicated to simplifying the reimbursement process and lowering the cost-to-collect and bad debt expense. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Bruce_Lefco_CEO_of_Health_Payment_Systems.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 27 Nov 2006 09:57:57 EST Podcast no 0:18:57 medical practice physician reimbursement health care medicine practice managment administrator financial management greenbranch journal of medical practice management soundpractice.net In this podcast, Gary Szasz of Cellminder discusses strategies that practices employ to communicate with patients, the advantages of virtual communications, the culture shift in practices necessary to increase patient satisfaction, the way practices can save time and money, and the other advantages of virtual communication beyond saving time and money. The Future of One-Way Patient Communication In this podcast, Gary Szasz of Cellminder discusses strategies that practices employ to communicate with patients, the advantages of virtual communications, the culture shift in practices necessary to increase patient satisfaction, the way practices can save time and money, and the other advantages of virtual communication beyond saving time and money. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Future_of_One-Way_Patient_Communication.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 11 Aug 2006 09:58:03 EST Podcast no 0:16:03 medical practice management patient communications By Veronica McGrath, M.S. Like poor communication, poor office management can create ill-will among patients and can actually contribute to negligence itself. It is imperative that every office have a system for tracking test results and referrals to ensure that patients do not "fall though the cracks". There are several types of effective tracking systems. But, the key to a good follow-up system is to use the system. The Importance of Follow-Up in the Medical Practice By Veronica McGrath, M.S. Like poor communication, poor office management can create ill-will among patients and can actually contribute to negligence itself. It is imperative that every office have a system for tracking test results and referrals to ensure that patients do not "fall though the cracks". There are several types of effective tracking systems. But, the key to a good follow-up system is to use the system. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Importance_of_Follow-Up_Why_Is_It_My_Responsibility.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 11 Aug 2006 09:24:37 EST Podcast no 0:13:03 journal of medical practice managment physician doctors office delayed diagnosis, failure to treat, follow-up system, Log book, McGrath, office management, test log, tickler system Interview with Richard Blanchette, Executive Director, PAHCOM (Professional Association for Health Care Office Management). Mr. Blanchette describes the day-to-day responsibilities of the office manager, the mission of PAHCOM in its support of physicians and medical practices, guidelines for physicians on hiring a qualified office manager, physician "partnering" with the office manager and the future of the profession of medical office management. More info can be found at www.pahcom.com. The Role of the Medical Office Manager Interview with Richard Blanchette, Executive Director, PAHCOM (Professional Association for Health Care Office Management). Mr. Blanchette describes the day-to-day responsibilities of the office manager, the mission of PAHCOM in its support of physicians and medical practices, guidelines for physicians on hiring a qualified office manager, physician "partnering" with the office manager and the future of the profession of medical office management. More info can be found at www.pahcom.com. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Role_of_the_Medical_Office_Manager.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 26 Jul 2006 11:30:36 EST Podcast no 0:14:48 pahcom medical practice manager management administrator physician doctors office Jodi Manfredi, Founder and President of Examine Your Practice, a company dedicated to the process of using "mystery shoppers" for the medical practice. In this podcast interview, Ms. Manfredi, who has had more than 20 years in the healthcare industry, talks about the type of practices that can benefit from the process of using a mystery shopper, the benefits of using a company to discover the positives and negatives in a practice, and how the healthcare industry is changing as a result of this type of service. Her site is www.examineyourpractice.com. Mystery Shoppers for the Medical Practice Jodi Manfredi, Founder and President of Examine Your Practice, a company dedicated to the process of using "mystery shoppers" for the medical practice. In this podcast interview, Ms. Manfredi, who has had more than 20 years in the healthcare industry, talks about the type of practices that can benefit from the process of using a mystery shopper, the benefits of using a company to discover the positives and negatives in a practice, and how the healthcare industry is changing as a result of this type of service. Her site is www.examineyourpractice.com. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Mystery_Shoppers_for_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 18 Jul 2006 02:10:31 EST Podcast no 0:14:09 medical practice management physician office mystery shopper journal soundpractice manfredi Tim Coan, CEO of ALN Medical Management, presents compelling reasons behind collecting and analyzing business intelligence in the medical practice. He reviews "Insight" and the results that these insights produce. He further discusses the technology, data collection processes and reporting needed in the practice to drive collection of business intelligence. Lastly, he provides strategies on how physicians or business administrators can use business intelligence to drive changes in the medical practice. Use of Business Intelligence in the Medical Practice Tim Coan, CEO of ALN Medical Management, presents compelling reasons behind collecting and analyzing business intelligence in the medical practice. He reviews "Insight" and the results that these insights produce. He further discusses the technology, data collection processes and reporting needed in the practice to drive collection of business intelligence. Lastly, he provides strategies on how physicians or business administrators can use business intelligence to drive changes in the medical practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Use_of_Busines_Intelligence_in_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 10 Jul 2006 03:00:29 EST Podcast no 0:21:37 business intelligence medical practice coan physician healthcare doctors office Many physicians face a common problem that can be frustrating and can cause a practice to become stagnant. The situation occurs when, to the outside observer, the practice appears to be in chaos. Boxes, papers, and books are piled all over the business area, as well as every other area of the office. Cash flow is tight, morale is low, and you just don't know where to start to turn your practice around. Kick-Starting Your Practice Many physicians face a common problem that can be frustrating and can cause a practice to become stagnant. The situation occurs when, to the outside observer, the practice appears to be in chaos. Boxes, papers, and books are piled all over the business area, as well as every other area of the office. Cash flow is tight, morale is low, and you just don't know where to start to turn your practice around. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Kick-Starting_Your_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sat, 08 Jul 2006 07:59:31 EST Podcast no 0:12:54 medical practice management physicians office administrator manager organize In this podcast, Judy Capko, author of Secrets of the Best-Run Practices, discusses how physicians and managers can control the cost of staff when there are so many demands on everyone's time, how to identify the practice activities that need the most attention, some easy-to-implement strategies that can be applied to give staff relief without increasing costs, and the logic behind outsourcing and implementing new technologies in the practice. In this podcast, Judy Capko, author of Secrets of the Best-Run Practices, discusses how physicians and managers can control the cost of staff when there are so many demands on everyone's time, how to identify the practice activities that need the most attention, some easy-to-implement strategies that can be applied to give staff relief without increasing costs, and the logic behind outsourcing and implementing new technologies in the practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/How_to_Reduce_Administrative_Demands_in_the_Medical_Office.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 27 Jun 2006 12:38:44 EST Podcast no 0:11:16 medical practice management physician administrator doctors office manager capko greenbranch jmpm Interview with Gloria Mayer, RN, Ed.D., President & CEO, Institute for Healthcare Advancement. In this timely podcast Dr. Mayer discusses the focus on health literacy and the surrounding problems of patient compliance with regimens, patient understanding of medical problems and the tricky aspects of identifying patients who have difficulty reading. Gloria Mayer reviews the "Ask Me 3" program - 3 basic questions that health professionals should answer for every patient. She discusses problems affiliated with medical jargon and she also shares practical tools and innovative solutions to combat low health literacy. Health Literacy in the Medical Practice Interview with Gloria Mayer, RN, Ed.D., President & CEO, Institute for Healthcare Advancement. In this timely podcast Dr. Mayer discusses the focus on health literacy and the surrounding problems of patient compliance with regimens, patient understanding of medical problems and the tricky aspects of identifying patients who have difficulty reading. Gloria Mayer reviews the "Ask Me 3" program - 3 basic questions that health professionals should answer for every patient. She discusses problems affiliated with medical jargon and she also shares practical tools and innovative solutions to combat low health literacy. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Health_Literacy_in_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 13 Jun 2006 08:58:47 EST Podcast no 0:18:32 literacy medical practice physician doctor management health care medicine practice administrator Jennifer Bever, a member of the consulting team of Karen Zupko & Associates, based in Chicago, works extensively with medical practices, primarily in Orthopaedic practices to review and improve billing and collection processes. In this podcast, Jennifer reviews billing protocols for non-physician providers (Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists), differences between "direct" and "incident to" billing for non-provider physicians, and common pitfalls for this area of billing. Jennifer also shares practical guidelines for medical practices to ensure they are following the appropriate guidelines for correct billing. Avoiding Common Billing Pitfalls: Non-Physician Providers Jennifer Bever, a member of the consulting team of Karen Zupko & Associates, based in Chicago, works extensively with medical practices, primarily in Orthopaedic practices to review and improve billing and collection processes. In this podcast, Jennifer reviews billing protocols for non-physician providers (Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists), differences between "direct" and "incident to" billing for non-provider physicians, and common pitfalls for this area of billing. Jennifer also shares practical guidelines for medical practices to ensure they are following the appropriate guidelines for correct billing. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Avoiding_Common_Billing_Pitfalls_Non-Physician_Providers.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 06 Jun 2006 11:48:46 EST Podcast no 0:17:49 medical billing practice managment physician income This podcast describes 20 practical risk management strategies a physician practice can implement to strengthen aspects of the care delivery process and reduce potential liability exposure. Reducing Medical Malpractice Claims This podcast describes 20 practical risk management strategies a physician practice can implement to strengthen aspects of the care delivery process and reduce potential liability exposure. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Twenty_Strategies_to_Reduce_the_Risk_of_a_Malpractice_Claim.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 06 Jun 2006 11:28:15 EST Podcast no 0:17:38 medical malpractice practice management physician Fran Parrish is the Administrator of the Department of Dermatology at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY and served as President of the Association of Dermatology Administrators/Managers (ADA/M) since 2004. Ms. Parrish, with 18 years as a practice administrator, describes the day-to-day activities of an administrator in an academic practice and she provides hints for physicians in hiring an office manager and how physicians can be good "partners" with the administrative staff. How does a physician decide between an office manager and an office administrator? Also traits that make a good office manager and hot topics in practice are also covered. Traits of a Good Medical Office Boss Fran Parrish is the Administrator of the Department of Dermatology at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY and served as President of the Association of Dermatology Administrators/Managers (ADA/M) since 2004. Ms. Parrish, with 18 years as a practice administrator, describes the day-to-day activities of an administrator in an academic practice and she provides hints for physicians in hiring an office manager and how physicians can be good "partners" with the administrative staff. How does a physician decide between an office manager and an office administrator? Also traits that make a good office manager and hot topics in practice are also covered. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Finding_The_Right_Office_Administrator-Office_Manager_for_Your_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 02 May 2006 06:04:38 EST Podcast no 0:21:05 medical practice administrator ofiice manager physician doctor health care administration Starting a health care consulting business involves more than expertise in your field: it takes business savvy, lots of financial smarts, excellent people and communication skills and marketing know-how. Consulting in heath care is one of the hottest trends in the market today, as more and more people appreciate the independence and flexibility it brings and the range of potential income that the business can generate. In this podcast Betsy Nicoletti, author of Physician Auditing Workbook and owner of Medical Practice Consulting, shares the strategies that worked for her, as well as mistakes made along the way. From Employed to Self-Employed Starting a health care consulting business involves more than expertise in your field: it takes business savvy, lots of financial smarts, excellent people and communication skills and marketing know-how. Consulting in heath care is one of the hottest trends in the market today, as more and more people appreciate the independence and flexibility it brings and the range of potential income that the business can generate. In this podcast Betsy Nicoletti, author of Physician Auditing Workbook and owner of Medical Practice Consulting, shares the strategies that worked for her, as well as mistakes made along the way. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Taking_the_Leap_Becoming_a_Health_Care_Consultant.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 12 Apr 2006 12:38:26 EST Podcast no 0:16:25 medical practicre management health care consulting mpm medicine physician doctor Employing someone you're close to in your medical practice can have many advantages. Yet, as many doctors find, employing relatives can also have its pitfalls. This article describes the financial benefits of employing a loved one in your medical practice. It suggests the specific steps you will need to take to legitimize your spouse's, significant other's, or relative's employment. Working with Family in the Medical Practice Employing someone you're close to in your medical practice can have many advantages. Yet, as many doctors find, employing relatives can also have its pitfalls. This article describes the financial benefits of employing a loved one in your medical practice. It suggests the specific steps you will need to take to legitimize your spouse's, significant other's, or relative's employment. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Working_with_Your_Spouse,_Children,_or_Other_Close_Relatives.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 12 Apr 2006 12:35:58 EST Podcast no 0:18:11 medical practice physician medical managemenet spouse working together Max Reiboldt, CPA is Managing Partner and CEO of The Coker Group, based in Alpharetta, GA. Mr. Reiboldt oversees Coker's services and coordinates and/or supervises most projects. He works with providers to improve financial operations, develop and implement compensation systems, and institute profitable service lines. His expertise encompasses governance analysis and design, strategic planning, and financial performance. What physicians need to do to stay on top of the financial reporting, what most physicians do to acquaint themselves with the operations of the practice and the accompanying financial details, tips for the practice administrator or office manager who may be preparing statements or reports for the doctors in the practice, costs spiraling out of control, a method of reviewing expenses to determine ways to reduce costs and to control increases, monthly meeting where the practices' financial reports are reviewed, trends in the reporting materials and the role of the office administrator, what practices needs to concentrate on in 2006 to become more profitable. Financial Checklist for a Profitable Practice - an Interview with Max Reiboldt CEO of The Coker Group Max Reiboldt, CPA is Managing Partner and CEO of The Coker Group, based in Alpharetta, GA. Mr. Reiboldt oversees Coker's services and coordinates and/or supervises most projects. He works with providers to improve financial operations, develop and implement compensation systems, and institute profitable service lines. His expertise encompasses governance analysis and design, strategic planning, and financial performance. What physicians need to do to stay on top of the financial reporting, what most physicians do to acquaint themselves with the operations of the practice and the accompanying financial details, tips for the practice administrator or office manager who may be preparing statements or reports for the doctors in the practice, costs spiraling out of control, a method of reviewing expenses to determine ways to reduce costs and to control increases, monthly meeting where the practices' financial reports are reviewed, trends in the reporting materials and the role of the office administrator, what practices needs to concentrate on in 2006 to become more profitable. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Max_Reiboldt_CEO_of_The_Coker_Group.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 23 Jan 2006 11:52:10 EST Podcast no 0:24:52 medical practice management financial reporting physicians income doctors offcie administrator From an article by Robert C. Calway, M.H.C.A., B.S., M.T.(A.S.C.P.) in The Journal of Medical Practice Management. Workplace violence, in the form of verbal threats and/or intimidation and physical aggression, is commonplace in medical practices today. The practice must be prepared to respond to this disaster in the same manner with which they prepare for responses to a medical emergency, fire, or loss of electricity. Workplace Violence in the Medical Practice From an article by Robert C. Calway, M.H.C.A., B.S., M.T.(A.S.C.P.) in The Journal of Medical Practice Management. Workplace violence, in the form of verbal threats and/or intimidation and physical aggression, is commonplace in medical practices today. The practice must be prepared to respond to this disaster in the same manner with which they prepare for responses to a medical emergency, fire, or loss of electricity. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Workplace_Violence_Protecting_Your_Practice_from_an_Epidemic.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 19 Jan 2006 02:07:40 EST Podcast no 0:17:21 medical practice management workplace violence doctors office An interview with Michelle Wier, B.S. CMPE, of The Halley Consulting Group. Discussion includes finding the correct legal and business structure, necessary types of insurance coverage, typical physician to staff ratios, the importance of implementing and electronic medical record when starting up of a new practice, evaluating where your new practice will locate, the marketing mind-set of new physicians, recommendations for the new practitioner and resources available. Strategies for Starting a Medical Practice An interview with Michelle Wier, B.S. CMPE, of The Halley Consulting Group. Discussion includes finding the correct legal and business structure, necessary types of insurance coverage, typical physician to staff ratios, the importance of implementing and electronic medical record when starting up of a new practice, evaluating where your new practice will locate, the marketing mind-set of new physicians, recommendations for the new practitioner and resources available. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Medical_Practice_Startup_Strategies_with_Michelle_Wier_of_The_Halley_Consulting_Group.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Wed, 11 Jan 2006 08:53:37 EST Podcast no 0:24:01 medical practice management physicians office medical consulting Medical practice management consultant Judy Capko discusses how to organize and run a strategic planning session for the medical practice. Topics include: buy-in from physicians, how to get involvement from less-than-enthusiastic participants, selecting the proper facilitator, what role the facilitator plays, where strategic planning sessions should be held, social activities, the "rules of engagement", pre-planning, retreat outcomes based on data driven decisions, outlining strategies agreed to during the session, follow-up, assigning responsibility and keeping the plan on course, the importance of sharing the plan with office staff, and budgeting for a planning session. How Physicians and Practice Managers can Plan a Successful Strategic Planning Session Medical practice management consultant Judy Capko discusses how to organize and run a strategic planning session for the medical practice. Topics include: buy-in from physicians, how to get involvement from less-than-enthusiastic participants, selecting the proper facilitator, what role the facilitator plays, where strategic planning sessions should be held, social activities, the "rules of engagement", pre-planning, retreat outcomes based on data driven decisions, outlining strategies agreed to during the session, follow-up, assigning responsibility and keeping the plan on course, the importance of sharing the plan with office staff, and budgeting for a planning session. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Strategic_Planning_for_the_Medical_Practice_with_Judy_Capko.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 13 Dec 2005 04:08:07 EST Podcast no 0:20:01 medical practice management journal capko strategic planning physician doctor medical administrator This podcast, from and article by Gregory H. Nizich, C.H.B.C., describes a manual tracking system that lets the billing service do all the work and requires a minimal amount of time to maintain. The goal of the system is to keep the billing service on its toes by routinely requesting the status of random claims. Eventually you will become a very polite, but squeaky wheel, and will get the attention you deserve. Manual Tracking to Keep Tabs on Your Billing Service This podcast, from an article by Gregory H. Nizich, C.H.B.C., describes a manual tracking system that lets the billing service do all the work and requires a minimal amount of time to maintain. The goal of the system is to keep the billing service on its toes by routinely requesting the status of random claims. Eventually you will become a very polite, but squeaky wheel, and will get the attention you deserve. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Is_Your_Billing_Service_Doing_You_a_Dis-Service.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 08 Dec 2005 08:12:30 EST Podcast no 0:08:25 billing claims nizich medical practice managment physicians Nancy Collins, Publisher of The Journal of Medical Practice Management, interviews Dr. Edward E. Goldman, President and CEO of MDVip, Inc. Magazine's number 30 pick in their top 500 fastest growing companies in 2005. The discussion inludes the evolution of the concept of Concierge Medicine; the advantages which include enhanced professional satisfaction; better personal life and increased income; the disadvantages which includes the possible discomfort of some physicians with deeper personal patient relationships and also becoming "rusty" from seeing too few patients; the "typical" concierge practitioner; the process involved in switching from a traditional practice to a concierge practice; the concern about separation in health care between the "haves and the have-nots"; the continued participation in third party player plans; concierge medicine as a genuine option for consumers in the health care landscape; where to additional information on concierge or boutique medicine. Boutique, Concierge, or Retainer Practice Medicine Nancy Collins, Publisher of The Journal of Medical Practice Management, interviews Dr. Edward E. Goldman, President and CEO of MDVip, Inc. Magazine's number 30 pick in their top 500 fastest growing companies in 2005. The discussion inludes the evolution of the concept of Concierge Medicine; the advantages which include enhanced professional satisfaction; better personal life and increased income; the disadvantages which includes the possible discomfort of some physicians with deeper personal patient relationships and also becoming "rusty" from seeing too few patients; the "typical" concierge practitioner; the process involved in switching from a traditional practice to a concierge practice; the concern about separation in health care between the "haves and the have-nots"; the continued participation in third party player plans; concierge medicine as a genuine option for consumers in the health care landscape; where to additional information on concierge or boutique medicine. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Boutique_Concierge_or_Retainer_Practice_Medicine_with_Dr_Edward_Goldman_of_MDVip.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 08 Dec 2005 08:08:11 EST Podcast no 0:22:55 Boutique, Concierge, Retainer Practice Medicine Edward Goldman MDVip This podcast explores when and how to hire a temporary employee. It suggests strategies for preparing for the temporary employee's arrival, orienting the employee to the practice and assigned tasks, and evaluating the temporary worker's performance. In addition, this article offers ideas about working well with temporary employment agencies, as well as likely policies one would encounter when trying to hire a temporary employee permanently. Hiring Medical Practice Temps This podcast explores when and how to hire a temporary employee. It suggests strategies for preparing for the temporary employee's arrival, orienting the employee to the practice and assigned tasks, and evaluating the temporary worker's performance. In addition, this article offers ideas about working well with temporary employment agencies, as well as likely policies one would encounter when trying to hire a temporary employee permanently. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Getting_the_Most_from_Office_Temporaries_by_Laura_Sachs_Hills.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Thu, 08 Dec 2005 07:51:38 EST Podcast no 0:14:11 medical practice management, hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, Laura Sachs Hills, Temporary employee Interview with Urologist Dr. Neil Baum. Discussion includes topics such as grass roots marketing efforts such as newspaper, radio, TV and local community organizations; The difference between marketing and public relations; Affordable or "shoestring" marketing techniques; Exceeding patient expectations; Effective use of email and Web sites for communication with patients and patient satisfaction; Reasons for and dealing with patient defection; Time saving techniques to see more patients per day; Strategies for physicians with a shrinking population base; Working with non-medical professionals for referrals. Practical Tips for Marketing Your Practice with Dr. Neil Baum Interview with Urologist Dr. Neil Baum. Discussion includes topics such as grass roots marketing efforts such as newspaper, radio, TV and local community organizations; The difference between marketing and public relations; Affordable or "shoestring" marketing techniques; Exceeding patient expectations; Effective use of email and Web sites for communication with patients and patient satisfaction; Reasons for and dealing with patient defection; Time saving techniques to see more patients per day; Strategies for physicians with a shrinking population base; Working with non-medical professionals for referrals. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Practical_Tips_for_Marketing_Your_Practice_with_Dr_Neil_Baum.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sat, 19 Nov 2005 09:59:28 EST Podcast no 0:34:23 medical practice management marketing journal physician business neil baum From an article in The Journal of Medical Practice Management by Laura Sachs. Most medical practice managers know that delegation is a useful practice management tool to streamline both personal and practice efficiency. However, delegation is often underused, misused, and misunderstood. Delegating in a Medical Practice From an article in The Journal of Medical Practice Management by Laura Sachs. Most medical practice managers know that delegation is a useful practice management tool to streamline both personal and practice efficiency. However, delegation is often underused, misused, and misunderstood. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Becoming_a_Better_Delegator.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sun, 13 Nov 2005 09:03:12 EST Podcast no 0:12:36 Delegation, objectives, obstacles, preparation, resistance, Sachs, Journal, medical practice managment From a JMPM article written by Fillmore Buckner, M.D. J.D. This podcast discusses clear ways any physician or office manager can avoid major legal problems by paying close attention to the needs and rights of office invitees. The focus of any physician considering insurance should include not only malpractice insurance but also premises liability insurance. Understanding Liability Issues for Your Facility From a JMPM article written by Fillmore Buckner, M.D. J.D. This podcast discusses clear ways any physician or office manager can avoid major legal problems by paying close attention to the needs and rights of office invitees. The focus of any physician considering insurance should include not only malpractice insurance but also premises liability insurance. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Premises_Liability.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sun, 13 Nov 2005 08:20:43 EST Podcast no 0:18:01 Buckner, insurance, invitees, law suits, office safety, Premises liability, medical practice management These years have seen a burgeoning of the science of medicine. Diagnostics and therapies that were nearly unimaginable have become commonplace. The best of American medicine is indeed among the worlds best. Though we spend a greater portion of our GDP on health than any other nation, there remains as yawning a gap in access to these wonderful services. In this Editorial from The Journal of Medical Practice Management, Marcel Frenkel, MD, MBA, provides a snapshot of American medical practice in 2005. Views on the Current US Health Care System These years have seen a burgeoning of the science of medicine. Diagnostics and therapies that were nearly unimaginable have become commonplace. The best of American medicine is indeed among the worlds best. Though we spend a greater portion of our GDP on health than any other nation, there remains as yawning a gap in access to these wonderful services. In this Editorial from The Journal of Medical Practice Management, Marcel Frenkel, MD, MBA, provides a snapshot of American medical practice in 2005. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/A_Hope_and_A_Prayer.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 08 Nov 2005 10:45:24 EST Podcast no 0:09:19 health care medical practice journal Kent Bottles, MD, Interviews Kevin Pho, M.D. and founder of http://www.kevinmd.com/blog about blogging and its and importance to the medical practice community. Kent Bottles, MD Interviews Kevin Pho about Blogging and its Importance to Medical Practice Interview with Kevin Pho, M.D. and founder of http://www.kevinmd.com/blog on medical blogging. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Medical_Blogs_Interview_with_KevinMD.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 07 Nov 2005 09:20:44 EST Podcast no 0:21:21 blog medical medicine podcast practice management technology Sandra Dahlman, Medical Librarian at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan discusses why she thinks medical librarians are underutilized by private practice physicians; she suggests that a personal relationship with your librarian will pay dividends for both you and your patients. Topics include services provided, debate over peer-review, online journals and use of the library by patients. The Value of Medical Libraries and the Services They Deliver Sandra Dahlman, Medical Librarian at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan discusses why she thinks medical librarians are underutilized by private practice physicians; she suggests that a personal relationship with your librarian will pay dividends for both you and your patients. Topics include services provided, debate over peer-review, online journals and use of the library by patients. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Medical_Librarians_as_a_Valuable_Resource_to_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 07 Nov 2005 09:19:21 EST Podcast no 0:19:19 medical practice management library librarian physician Supply and demand for physicians, taking into consideration location, demographics, effects of outsourcing and the use of non-physician clinicians. Kent Bottles, MD Interviews Dr. Atul Grover about the Physician Workforce Podcast covers physicians supply and demand, demographics, geographic location, and effects of outsourcing and the use of non-physician clinicians. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Physician_Workforce_Issues.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sat, 05 Nov 2005 07:41:00 EST Podcast no 0:22:40 physician workforce healthcare medicine medical practice managment The Physician as Witness by Daniel I. Small, Esq. This editorial addresses the, "Four E's" to help explain the challenges doctors face as witnesses and the challenges lawyers face in preparing them. Rules to Apply When Called to Testify The Physician as Witness by Daniel I. Small, Esq. This editorial addresses the, "Four E's" to help explain the challenges doctors face as witnesses and the challenges lawyers face in preparing them. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Physician_as_witness.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:52:48 EST Podcast no 0:15:09 testify medical practice witness physician Failure to set forth an appropriate framework for collaboration and employment between physicians can be the source of much distress and acrimony. This podcast covers an editorial from Steven Peltz and provides practical guidelines that will help physicians structure corporate or partnership agreements and employment agreements that are fair and clear. Guidelines for Corporate Covenants and Physician Employment Agreements Failure to set forth an appropriate framework for collaboration and employment between physicians can be the source of much distress and acrimony. This podcast covers an editorial from Steven Peltz and provides practical guidelines that will help physicians structure corporate or partnership agreements and employment agreements that are fair http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Guidelines_for_Corporate_Covenants_and_Employment_Agreements.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:40:49 EST Podcast no 0:20:57 medical practice corporate covenants Internal chart reviews are useful tools for practices to determine the accuracy of their coding when billing for services, especially to governmental payers. They can also boomerang, however, and be used as evidence against a practice when their results are not fully understood or implemented. This podcast provides some guidance to help practitioners realize the fuller value of chart reviews in terms of over- and under-coding, adequacy of documentation, and attorney- client privilege. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Keeping_Internal_Chart_Reviews_from_Being_Used_Against_You.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:38:37 EST Podcast no 0:17:26 medical practice coding medical chart documentation attorney-client privilege Avoiding Leasing Pitfalls by Karen Zupko and Melissa Lupella: This editorial explains some of the most common misunderstandings in the leasing process, such as types of leases, rentable vs. usable space, escalations, and other considerations. Avoiding Leasing Pitfalls by Karen Zupko and Melissa Lupella: This editorial explains some of the most common misunderstandings in the leasing process, such as types of leases, rentable vs. usable space, escalations, and other considerations. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/avoiding_leasing_pitfalls.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:37:45 EST Podcast no 0:18:01 leasing medical practice doctor office Medical licensing boards and clinical societies encourage (and most boards require) physicians to report colleagues reasonably suspected of not practicing safely and competently. Failure to report unsafe, incompetent, or illegally acting clinicians can seriously damage patients, the profession, and the doctor himself/herself. Good-faith reporting is generally protected from lawsuit. Recognizing and Dealing With Impaired Clinicians Part II - Treatment Options Medical licensing boards and clinical societies encourage (and most boards require) physicians to report colleagues reasonably suspected of not practicing safely and competently. Failure to report unsafe, incompetent, or illegally acting clinicians can seriously damage patients, the profession, and the doctor himself/herself. Good-faith reporting is generally protected from lawsuit. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Recognizing_and_Dealing_With_Impaired_Clinicians_Part_II_Treatment_Options.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:36:45 EST Podcast no 0:18:24 impaired physician medical practice doctor practice Medical licensing boards and clinical societies encourage (and most boards require) physicians to report colleagues reasonably suspected of not practicing safely and competently. Failure to report unsafe, incompetent, or illegally acting clinicians can seriously damage patients, the profession, and the doctor himself/herself. Good-faith reporting is generally protected from lawsuit. Recognizing and Dealing With Impaired Clinicians Part 1 Recognition and Reporting Medical licensing boards and clinical societies encourage (and most boards require) physicians to report colleagues reasonably suspected of not practicing safely and competently. Failure to report unsafe, incompetent, or illegally acting clinicians can seriously damage patients, the profession, and the doctor himself/herself. Good-faith reporting is generally protected from lawsuit. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Recognizing_and_Dealing_With_Impaired_Clinicians_Part_1_Recognition_and_Reporting.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:36:17 EST Podcast no 0:13:37 physician impaired medical practice doctor legal Preliminary Screening of Job Applicants in 5 Steps by Laura Sachs Hills, M.A.: In this editorial, the author suggests a five-step screening technique that will help you identify the best applicants from a large pool. The editorial explains how to eliminate unsuitable candidates and offers practical guidelines for ranking qualified applicants. It also offers advice about verifying job eligibility and using tests in the application process. Making Sure You Hire the Right Person Preliminary Screening of Job Applicants in 5 Steps by Laura Sachs Hills, M.A.: In this editorial, the author suggests a five-step screening technique that will help you identify the best applicants from a large pool. The editorial explains how to eliminate unsuitable candidates and offers practical guidelines for ranking qualified applicants. It also offers advice about verifying job eligibility and using tests in the application process. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Preliminary_Screening_of_Job_Applicants_in_5_Steps.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:34:37 EST Podcast no 0:13:26 medical practice managment hiring medical pffice Parental and sick leave are medical staff benefits that can lead to all kinds of problems. A podcast from an article by Laura Sachs Hills. Parental and sick leave are medical staff benefits that can lead to all kinds of problems. An article by Laura Sachs Hills is presented as a podcast. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Setting_Trouble-Free_Policies_for_Parental_and_Sick_Leave.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:32:57 EST Podcast no 0:13:31 Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Shaun Soller, Manager of Provider Inquiry Operations for Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan, who previously managed private practice for 14 years. Views and Advice from a Former Practice Manager Shaun Soller provides advice for the practice manager from her perspective as a former experienced practice manager and now with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Perspective_from_Both_Sides_Provider_and_Payer.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:29:37 EST Podcast no 0:22:16 practice manager health insurance provider blue cross shield Kent Bottles, MD, interviews John Ritch, FACHE, Executive Director The Wege Institute for Health and Learning, Saint Mary's Healthcare about complementary and alternative medicine. The Wege Institute for Health and Learning, Saint Mary's Healthcare, Grand Rapids, MI Discussion about the business sense in providing complementary and alternative services such as message therapy, acupuncture, physical therapy and spirituality. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Business_Case_for_Complementary_Medicine_Services.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:27:24 EST Podcast no 0:22:11 medical practice complementary alternative integrative medicine Kent Bottles, MD, Kris White, RN, Senior Hospital Director, The Center for Exceptional Experiences, Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan and discusses who to greatly improve the patient experience. Make Sure Every Patient Has An Exceptional Experience Kris White talks about seeing your office through the eyes of your patients and how to make sure that every patient who visits your facility has an exceptional experience. She shares her own experience and reveals the resources that you can use to improve patient satisfaction. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Seeing_Your_Office_Through_the_Eyes_of_Your_Patients.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:26:49 EST Podcast no 0:18:50 patient experience medical practice physician customer service healthcare Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Dr. Maulik Joshi, President and CEO of the Delmarva Foundation about what every medical practice can do immediately to improve their quality. Delight Their Patients and Improve the Quality of Their Health Care Dr. Maulik Joshi, President and CEO of the Delmarva Foundation discusses implement the electronic health record, intelligent scheduling, and teamwork in the medical practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Three_Things_Every_Private_Practice_Should_Do_Immediately.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:26:03 EST Podcast no 0:22:01 qio medical practice management physicians quality improvement Dr. Michael S. Woods of www.doctorsintouch.com, practicing surgeon, former researcher, leadership coach, and author of Healing Words and Applying Personal Leadership Principles to Healthcare discusses the importance of effective communication with patients, colleagues, and staff with Kent Bottles, MD. Leadership and Coaching in the Medical Practice Dr. Michael S. Woods of www.doctorsintouch.com, practicing surgeon, former researcher, leadership coach, and author of Healing Words and Applying Personal Leadership Principles to Healthcare discusses the importance of effective communication with patients, colleagues, and staff with Kent Bottles, MD. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Importance_of_Effective_Communication.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:25:34 EST Podcast no 0:21:25 medical practice management coaching physician leadership Mark Huizenga is a West Michigan accountant and a former private practice manager who helps doctors' offices improve the efficiency of their systems. He talks to Kent Bottles, MD about fee schedules and other ways "not to leave money on the table." The Importance of Managing Fee Schedules and Analyzing Data Mark Huizenga is a West Michigan accountant and a former private practice manager who helps doctors' offices improve the efficiency of their systems. He talks to Kent Bottles, MD about fee schedules and other ways "not to leave money on the table." http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Don't_Leave_Money_on_the_Table.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:25:02 EST Podcast no 0:20:41 medical practice management physician fees Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Professor Carl E. Schneider from The University of Michigan Schools of Law and Medicine on what patients really want from their private practice physicians. Professor Schneider holds the Chauncey Stillman Chair of Law and is the author of The Practice of Autonomy: Patients, Doctors, and Medical Decisions Improving The Physician and Patient Relationship Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Professor Carl E. Schneider from The University of Michigan Schools of Law and Medicine on what patients really want from their private practice physicians. Professor Schneider holds the Chauncey Stillman Chair of Law and is the author of The Practice of Autonomy: Patients, Doctors, and Medical Decisions http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/What_Patients_Say_They_Want_and_What_They_Really_Want_From_Their_Private_Practice_Physicians.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:24:27 EST Podcast no 0:23:24 medical practice management physician patient relationship good doctor Kent Bottles, MD, interviews pioneer healthcare policy blogger and strategist Matthew Holt of San Francisco. After a short chat about blogging, they discuss consumer driven health care and what the private doctor's office needs to do to get ready for empowered patients armed with HSAs. HSA's and Consumer Driven Health and its Impact on Medical Practice Kent Bottles, MD, editor-in-chief of The Journal of Practice Management interviews pioneer healthcare policy blogger and strategist Matthew Holt of San Francisco. After a short chat about blogging, they discuss consumer driven health care and what the private doctor's office needs to do to get ready for empowered patients armed with HSAs. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Discussion_about_HSAs_and_Consumer_Driven_Health.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:14:02 EST Podcast no 0:26:10 HSA medical practice management physician consumer driven health Dr. Eric Novack, MD, practicing orthopaedic surgeon, health policy expert, and radio interview show host discusses his vision for what consumer-driven health care should look like in the United States of America. A Vision of Consumer-driven Health Care Dr. Eric Novack, MD, practicing orthopaedic surgeon, health policy expert, and radio interview show host discusses his vision for what consumer-driven health care should look like in the United States of America. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Dr_Eric_Novack_MD_Practicing_Orthopaedic_Surgeon.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Fri, 04 Nov 2005 08:12:15 EST Podcast no 0:23:07 Consumer-driven Health medical practice management physician Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Elisa Camahort, founder of the medblog HealthyConcerns.com. Initially they discuss the nature of medblogging, the concept behind the Grand Rounds blog, and then move on to a discussion on improving the patient experience, consumer driven health and what medical practices need to do to serve and retain patients. Advice on Improving the Patient Experience Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Elisa Camahort, founder of the medblog HealthyConcerns.com. Initially they discuss the nature of medblogging, the concept behind the Grand Rounds blog, and then move on to a discussion on improving the patient experience, consumer driven health and what medical practices need to do to serve and retain patients. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Medblogger_as_Patient_Interview_with_Elisa_Camahort_of_HealthyConcerns.com.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:17:49 EST Podcast no 0:24:23 medical practice management consumer health physician HSA medical office Kent Bottles, MD, interviews David C. Leach, MD, Executive Director of Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) David C. Leach and Kent Bottles, MD discuss the value of training the practitioner provides for the resident, at the same time adding to their own professional fulfillment. A stirring discussing about the personal and professional enrichment that can accrue to private practice physicians, as well as their patients, through involvement in resident education http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/The_Importance_of_Private_Practitioners_in_the_Education_of_the_Next_Generation_of_Physicians.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:16:28 EST Podcast no 0:20:40 doctor medical practice resident physician Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Ann Teliczan from the Allie Group about marketing medical practices and physicians services. Topics include difficulty in convincing physicians to pursue marketing, why marketing is necessary, the advantages of Web sites, Web site costs, the process to select a marketing group, physician use of email, physicians use of blogs and marketing costs. Why Physicians Need to Consider Marketing for Their Practice Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Ann Teliczan from the Allie Group about marketing medical practices and physicians services. Topics include difficulty in convincing physicians to pursue marketing, why marketing is necessary, the advantages of Web sites, Web site costs, the process to select a marketing group, physician use of email, physicians use of blogs and marketing costs. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Marketing_the_Medical_Practice_A_Discussion_with_Ann_Teliczan_of_the_Allie_Group.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:13:45 EST Podcast no 0:28:38 medical practice marketing web site doctor physician office Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Lori Portfleet, an independent healthcare consultant and former CEO of a hospital in West Michigan and has over 20 years experience in the field. Podcast Interview with independent healthcare consultant Lori Portfleet Discussion involves the relationships of physicians and practice managers in various levels of care. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Levels_of_Healthcare_and_Roles_of_the_Practioner.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:13:14 EST Podcast no 0:21:53 healthcare practice management physician medicine medical Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Dr. Gordon Moore, solo family practice physician in Rochester, New York and Institute for Healthcare Improvement faculty member. They chat about open access patient scheduling, lowering practice overhead, and returning joy to the physician workplace. Group Practice Physician Goes Solo Kent Bottles, MD, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Medical Practice Management interviews Dr. Gordon Moore, solo family practice physician in Rochester, New York and Institute for Healthcare Improvement faculty member. They chat about open access patient scheduling, lowering practice overhead, and returning joy to the physician workplace. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Dr_Gordon_Moore_Solo_Family_Practice_Physician.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:11:27 EST Podcast no 0:24:42 medical practice management solo practitioner group practice Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Anthony Cirillo, a healthcare marketer and consultant. They discuss consumer directed health, empowered consumers of healthcare, pricing transparency, medical tourism, and listening to your customer-loyalist. Marketing Trends for The Medical Practice Kent Bottles, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Medical Practice Management, interviews Anthony Cirillo, a healthcare marketer and consultant. They discuss consumer directed health, empowered consumers of healthcare, pricing transparency, medical tourism, and listening to your customer-loyalist. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Anthony_Cirillo_Healthcare_Marketer_and_Consultant.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:10:25 EST Podcast no 0:26:09 medical practice management physician medical tourism consumer directed health Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Paul H. Keckley, PhD and Executive Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Evidence-Based Medicine. Their discussion includes details on Vanderbilt's program, acceptance by clinicians, ways to deliver evidence, levels of study analysis, the acceptance of innovation and technology in the medical world, patterns in training clinicians and behavioral change, advice for the smaller practitioner on staying current, and the educated patient and the effects on the doctor-patient relationship. Interview with Paul H. Keckley, Exec. Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Evidence-based Medicine Kent Bottles, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Medical Practice Management interviews Paul H. Keckley, PhD and Executive Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Evidence-Based Medicine. Their discussion includes details on Vanderbilt's program, acceptance by clinicians, ways to deliver evidence, levels of study analysis, the acceptance of innovation and technology in the medical world, patterns in training clinicians and behavioral change, advice for the smaller practitioner on staying current, and the educated patient and the effects on the doctor-patient relationship. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Evidence-Based_Medicine_with_Paul_Keckley_of_Vanderbilt_University.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:09:36 EST Podcast no 0:23:06 evidence-based medicine physician medical practice management health care doctor Kent Bottles, MD, interviews Ivo Drury, MD/MBA, of Career Consulting for Physicians. They discuss career development opportunities for physicians, some of the current dilemmas facing medical practitioners, the value of additional degrees, and whether there was a generational divide in attitudes within the medical profession. Interview with Ivo Drury of Career Consulting for Physicians Kent Bottles, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Medical Practice Managment interviews Ivo Drury, MD/MBA, of Career Consulting for Physicians. They discuss career development opportunities for physicians, some of the current dilemmas facing medical practitioners, the value of additional degrees, and whether there was a generational divide in attitudes within the medical profession. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Career_Development_Opportunities_for_Physicians_with_Ivo_Drury_of_Career_Consulting_for_Physicians.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:09:01 EST Podcast no 0:21:19 physician career medical practice MD Bernd Kutzscher, MD, and eye doctor in San Francisco outlines the process he went through in setting up the right incentive plan or his practice. Kent Bottles Interviews with Bernd Kutzscher, MD Kent Bottles interviews Bernd Kutzscher, MD on the ups and downs of implementing an effective bonus and profit sharing plan for the employees in his medical practice. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Bonus_and_Profit_Sharing_in_the_Medical_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:04:15 EST Podcast no 0:23:41 medical practice bonus physician medicine management Employees with high morale are likely to work harder, contribute more to your practice, and stay with you. With a little ingenuity, almost anyone can come up with affordable, effective morale boosters that can add fun and excitement to your practice. This podcast suggests tried-and-true morale boosting techniques to be used with your staff, such as meeting enhancements, contests, and outings. Getting Employees to Contribute More to the Prctice Employees with high morale are likely to work harder, contribute more to your practice, and stay with you. With a little ingenuity, almost anyone can come up with affordable, effective morale boosters that can add fun and excitement to your practice. This podcast suggests tried-and-true morale boosting techniques to be used with your staff, such as meeting enhancements, contests, and outings. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Innovative_Ways_to_Boost_Morale_In_Your_Practice.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 04:35:39 EST Podcast no 0:15:21 medical practice morale employee retention human resources HR By Joan M. Roediger, J.D., L.L.M. - Employment liability has become an important issue for all enterprises. Medical practices often are not aware of the impact their policies and actions may have on their employees and the liability that may result. An informative podcast outlining the importance of a well written and enforced employment manual and how it can keep you out of legal trouble. This podcast surveys this important area of human resource management and provides some guidelines to avert potential pitfalls of employment liability. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Developing_Personnel_Policies_to_Keep_You_Out_of_the_Courtroom_The_Role_of_the_Office_Policy_Manual.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 04:31:18 EST Podcast no 17:55 Employment liability employment policies medical practice liability Roediger Medical practices will increasingly need part-time physicians and indeed are becoming aware that many doctors prefer or require only part-time employment. This podcast sketches the emerging demographic patterns fueling this trend and discusses some of the contractual details to consider in terms of salary, benefits, liability coverage, and noncompete covenants. Contractual Details to Consider in Terms of Salary, Benefits, Liability Coverage, and Noncompete Covenants Medical practices will increasingly need part-time physicians and indeed are becoming aware that many doctors prefer or require only part-time employment. This podcast sketches the emerging demographic patterns fueling this trend and discusses some of the contractual details to consider in terms of salary, benefits, liability coverage, and noncompete covenants. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Negotiate_Contracts_Carefully_With_Part-time_Doctors.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 04:30:04 EST Podcast no 0:13:29 medical practice management doctors physicians hiring contractors medical office This podcast addresses a number of steps that medical practices can use to improve their long-term success: developing an agreed-upon "vision" for the practice, establishing a sound decision-making process, putting into place an effective practice governance structure, and taking steps to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of group meetings. Steps Medical Practices Can Use to Improve their Long-term Success This podcast addresses a number of steps that medical practices can use to improve their long-term success: developing an agreed-upon "vision" for the practice, establishing a sound decision-making process, putting into place an effective practice governance structure, and taking steps to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of group meetings. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Organizing_Your_Practice_for_Success_by_Will_Latham.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 04:27:08 EST Podcast no 0:18:49 medical practice management Vision Setting Decision Making Governance Communications physician administrator President/Founder of the Practice Management Resource Group. They discuss the business side of medicine, more sophisticated patients, customer service, the difference between primary care and sub specialties, working with doctors, consumer driven health care, the importance of teaching physicians-in-training the art of communication, health saving accounts, transparency and how patients will choose physicians in the future, electronic medical records, having the physician involved in understanding the business through some basic and fairly simple processes, and practice marketing. Discussion with National Practice Management Consultant President/Founder of the Practice Management Resource Group. They discuss the business side of medicine, more sophisticated patients, customer service, the difference between primary care and sub specialties, working with doctors, consumer driven health care, the importance of teaching physicians-in-training the art of communication, health saving accounts, transparency and how patients will choose physicians in the future, electronic medical records, having the physician involved in understanding the business through some basic and fairly simple processes, and practice marketing. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_Ron_Rosenberg_President_of_Practice_Management_Resource_Group.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Mon, 31 Oct 2005 03:59:27 EST Podcast no 0:28:32 medical practice management emr electronic medical record administrator physician office Use of technology, pay for performance, total patient experience, picking a physician, electronic medical records, improving practice from finance and process perspectives, expense management, revenue enhancement, hiring a consultant, recommended professional associations, preparing people for change, practice management as a career, using retreats for building a vision and building relationships and newer trends such as advanced access, group visits, and care models. A Seasoned Medical Practice Consultant Gives an Overview of the State of the Medical Practice Use of technology, pay for performance, total patient experience, picking a physician, electronic medical records, improving practice from finance and process perspectives, expense management, revenue enhancement, hiring a consultant, recommended professional associations, preparing people for change, practice management as a career, using retreats for building a vision and building relationships and newer trends such as advanced access, group visits, and care models. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Medical_Practice_Management_Discussion_with_Mary_Witt,_Senior_Management_Consultant_with_The_Camden_Group.mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Sun, 30 Oct 2005 11:32:19 EST Podcast no 0:28:47 medical practice management physician office emr electronic health record doctor income Dr. Sydney Smith is the name that the blogger MedPundit goes by and she talks to Kent Bottles, MD, the editor of The Journal of Medical Practice Management about blogging, installing an electronic medical record in her solo family practice in Ohio, and the problems with explaining medical trends to her patients. MedPundit Founder Discusses Blogging and Runnng a Solo Practice Kent Bottles, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Medical Practice Management interviews the founder of one of the oldest medblogs, MedPundit about medical blogging, running a solo practice, choosing EMR's and the value of the blogosphere. http://www.soundpractice.net/images/soundpractice/podcast/Interview_with_MedPundit_Founder_Dr_Sydney_Smith_(nome_de_plume).mp3 Podcast.Editor@soundpractice.net Tue, 09 Aug 2005 12:13:01 EST Podcast no 0:20:14 medical blogging healthcare physician podcast EMR solo medical practice management