Alongside fever checks for COVID-19, physician practices may want to institute smell tests. Data from a new study show that patients who were diagnosed as COVID-19 positive were 27 times more likely than others to have lost their sense of smell but only 2.6 times more likely to have fever or chills. The study, “Augmented […]
Patients who do not keep their appointments are a financial burden on a practice and can have a major impact on others waiting for treatment.
Healthcare has seen an overall increase in demand for nurse practitioners and physician assistants
The move by medical providers into retail space underscores need to provide high quality care while cutting costs
Grady Lee Bryant, MD, an otolaryngologist with Allergy and ENT Associates of Middle Tennessee in Hermitage, knew he was in trouble when he hurt his back. Thanks to disability insurance protection and advance planning, both he and the practice survived this financial challenge. “A herniated disc compromised my ability to work,” said Dr. Bryant. “I […]
Physicians planning a family must learn to work within a system that can be less than accommodating
Obtaining informed consent is a process that needs to be honed to ensure patients are truly knowledgeable about a procedure
Useful staff meetings don’t waste time and convey information that can keep your physician practice working at its best
Many physicians do not want their interactions with patients recorded without their permission
Having an updated medical office space can help you stay compliant with laws pertaining to privacy and accessibility