Starting a New Practice Blog

Understanding the 4 Cs of primary care

There are four established pillars or tenants of primary care that are associated with better quality services, lower costs, reduced healthcare inequity, and improved population health. It is importan

The costs and ROI of EHRs

Considerations for a practice partnership

COVID treatment and questions of ethics

As a newly established independent physician in a healthcare environment that is still dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have questions about resources available to you and your patients and

Strategies for defending against medical malpractice

Strategies for defending against medical malpractice Strategies for defending against medical malpractice October 24, 2022Building a successful independent practice requires knowledge,...

Metropolitan areas with the fewest primary care physicians

Metropolitan areas with the fewest primary care physicians Metropolitan areas with the fewest primary care physicians October 19, 2022A number of larger cities throughout the country are facing...

Most common coding problems and errors

Billing and coding incorrectly can cost your new independent practice, both financially and in terms of the time investment involved. Rejected claims must be recoded and resubmitted, which can...

Tips for preparing for a natural disaster

Whether your new independent practice is an area prone to wildfires or floods, hurricanes or earthquakes, you and your team need to be prepared for a natural disaster. Catastrophic natural events...

Communicating with patients in layman’s terms

Patients who are able to clearly understand their physician’s diagnosis and care instructions tend to be more engaged, leading to improved outcomes. Whether the communication is face to face or...

Revenue cycle management tips for new practices

What is revenue cycle management? Why is it important for an independent practice, especially as healthcare is moving away from the fee-for-service model and toward value-based care? Here are some...

ACO benchmarks being reviewed to reverse slide in participation

Adjusting for savings and improving equity are two of the main goals announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve the way benchmarks are calculated for Accountable...

Steps you can take now to prevent burnout

Physician burnout is a growing challenge, particularly in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Burnout can impact your own health and well-being and that of your staff and patients. There are ways...

Recession-proofing ideas for your new independent practice

When faced with rising costs, staffing challenges, and patients who are putting off treatment for financial reasons, how can your new independent practice become recession proof? Rather than...

What kind of SEO keywords should you be ranking for your new practice?

Marketing your new independent practice can seem like a daunting venture. How will you reach new patients? How will they find you? One very effective marketing method, which is also one of the...

Training your new practice staff on cybersecurity

In the world of healthcare technology, cybersecurity is one of the most important aspects of protecting patient data. Training your new practice staff on cybersecurity steps can mean the...

Drawing up a primary care business plan

Starting a new business of any kind requires a solid, realistic plan. For your new independent practice, there are many considerations that need to be researched, addressed, and put in writing so...

How many patients does a doctor have a day?

When planning for your new independent practice, you will need to take into consideration how many patients a day you can see and still deliver high quality care. How many patients does a doctor...

Tips for hiring staff at your new independent practice

The right team can make all the difference in your independent practice, so it’s important to make appropriate hires from the first day. In today’s tight labor market, that can be challenging....

Finding a website developer for your new practice website

Your new independent practice needs a website. Potential patients will search for you online before making a decision to choose you as their new provider. Your site must give them information that...