Practice Index

JANUARY 30, 2025

Community care plan stalling The promise of shifting care from hospitals to community settings has already stalled, MPs have alleged. Continuity of care also increased the time between appointment requests.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Appointments Care Plan Hospital 52

Mobius MD

DECEMBER 3, 2024

However, AI can play a valuable role in reducing the burden of routine processes adjacent to clinical visits, like appointment scheduling, billing, and claims management. These tools optimize appointment slots to reduce schedule gaps and keep clinics running smoothly.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Scheduling Triage 52

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 14, 2024

Patient Education and Follow-up Care Medical Assistants play a crucial role in patient education and follow-up care. They help patients understand their care plan, provide instructions for medication usage or procedures, and assist with scheduling appointments for follow-up visits, contributing to better patient outcomes.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Follow-Up Appointments 52

We Care Online

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Telehealth allows these patients to receive timely care without the added burden of physically getting to a clinic or hospital. Convenience and Time Savings Telehealth appointments save time for both patients and healthcare providers. Cost Savings Telehealth can lead to cost savings for both patients and providers.

Follow-Up 56

Follow-Up Appointments Physical Exams Vital Signs 56

Guideway Care

APRIL 11, 2024

They focus on the clinical aspects of patient care, including coordinating tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments. Clinical navigators work closely with oncologists and other specialists to ensure the clinical care plan is executed smoothly and efficiently.

Tests 52

Tests Patient Satisfaction Follow-Up Appointments 52

MedQuest College

APRIL 26, 2024

Medical assistants typically work under the supervision of physicians or other healthcare professionals and are responsible for performing administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Medical Terminology 52

MedVA

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

They can give information, schedule appointments, set medication reminders, and more. For example, patients can use HVAs from the comfort of their own homes to make appointments, refill medications, and get answers to common health questions. This helps them make decisions and improves the accuracy of diagnoses and treatment plans.

Patient Care 52

Patient Care Appointments Care Plan Patient Satisfaction 52

WSMDA

APRIL 20, 2024

Their responsibilities can vary significantly depending on the healthcare setting, but often include duties like: Scheduling appointments Maintaining medical records Taking patient histories Assisting with exams Collecting lab specimens Providing basic patient care Nursing Nurses provide patient care across a wide range of healthcare environments.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Certification Scheduling 52

Practice Index

JANUARY 9, 2025

By removing the need for consultant appointments, the Government aims to end the cycle of patients being delayed between GP referrals and hospital care. Financial incentives and resource concerns The funding for A&G services will come from an 80 million package, split from existing secondary care budgets.

Hospital 52

Hospital Appointments Patient Safety Diagnostics 52

Health Populi

JUNE 16, 2020

have postponed or cancelled a medical encounter due to COVID-19, such as an elective surgery, a medical appointment, or a procedure. 40% of those who didn’t partake in that medical experience due to the pandemic plan to reschedule the service “as soon as” the provider allows them to do so.

Medication 71

Medication Billing Appointments Care Plan 71

Health Populi

MAY 20, 2020

Health Populi’s Hot Points: The positive finding in this research is that one-third of people dealing with at least one chronic condition sought health care through virtual means, telehealth, in the pandemic.

Hospital 77

Hospital Outpatient Care Medication HIPAA 77

Guideway Care

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This critical procedure should take place at various stages, including before discharge from care facilities and throughout subsequent follow-up appointments, thereby reducing error possibilities. This engagement forms the foundation of transitional care by emphasizing the critical role that patient participation plays.

Discharges 52

Discharges Follow-Up Patient Satisfaction Transfers 52

Health Prime

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Encourage your patients to schedule preventative care appointments Increase early assessment and diagnosis, risk reduction, prevention, and management of chronic diseases for people with or at risk of certain conditions. Every patient can go once a year without any medical symptoms for a routine check-up and preventative care.

Patient Care 52

Patient Care Insurance Appointments Scheduling 52

Top Practices

DECEMBER 19, 2022

So, I have every staff member trained on having the ability to answer the phones, make appointments, and answer the patient's most commonly asked questions. I do not want my front desk person to put a new patient on hold, so if she is on the phone making an appointment, then who is taking care of the patient in front of you.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Appointments Customer Service Follow-Up 52

Northwest Career College

MAY 8, 2024

Administrative Responsibilities Dental assistants are responsible for scheduling appointments, maintaining accurate patient records, processing bills, and handling insurance claims. By efficiently managing these administrative tasks, the dental assistant ensures that the overall practice runs smoothly and effectively.

Patient Records 40

Patient Records Teamwork Communication Scheduling 40

Minority Nurse

AUGUST 22, 2024

Brooke explains, “ Conventional medical appointments are often short, making it hard to delve into complex, root-cause investigations.” Nurses can also apply functional medicine principles in their current roles by incorporating holistic assessments, personalized care plans, and lifestyle counseling.”

Acute Care 52

Acute Care Care Plan Patient Centered Care Medication 52

Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

.” She continues, “With multiple family members — including pets — seeing various providers who use different platforms, keeping track of medications, health histories, and care plans is a monumental task.

Communication 52

Communication Care Plan Medication Appointments 52

Prism Career Institute

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

This can also help them if they have future medical visits and need to reference past appointments to explain conditions or health issues they’ve dealt with. This will allow them to look back on the biggest takeaways if they need to discuss the matter with family members or make treatment decisions later.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Long Term Care Communication 52

Practice Builders

JANUARY 16, 2024

This transformative force is reshaping healthcare marketing strategies as AI analyzes vast datasets to tailor personalized care plans, ensuring precision in communication and engagement. Understanding how to use AI in healthcare is crucial, as it automates tasks like appointment scheduling and billing.

Appointments 52

Appointments Patient Experience Scheduling Patient Care 52

Practice Builders

MARCH 28, 2024

Efficiency of Patient Care Efficiency plays a crucial role in providing excellent patient care, significantly impacting both patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes. Practices can achieve this by prioritizing open communication, seeking patient feedback, and tailoring care plans to individual preferences.

Patient Satisfaction 59

Patient Satisfaction Emergency Response Collaboration Patient Care 59

Will Peach MD

JANUARY 30, 2024

On a practical level, restricted mobility creates urgent needs such as attending medical appointments or purchasing groceries. Transportation Assistance Individuals with limited mobility often rely on others for transportation to complete tasks and attend appointments.

Appointments 40

Appointments Scheduling Transfers Medication 40

Health Prime

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Encourage your patients to schedule preventative care appointments Increase early assessment and diagnosis, risk reduction, prevention, and management of chronic diseases for people with or at risk of certain conditions. Every patient can go once a year without any medical symptoms for a routine check-up and preventative care.

Patient Care 40

Patient Care Insurance Appointments Scheduling 40

Northwest Suburban College

MAY 10, 2024

Our Dental Assistants are often the first point of contact for our patients, handling everything from scheduling appointments to managing patient records and billing. This educational role empowers patients to maintain their oral health and reinforces the preventative care practices that reduce the need for more complex treatments.

Sterilization 52

Sterilization Patient Safety Follow-Up Patient Care 52

Walker Info - Patient Experience

JANUARY 20, 2025

By using Success, Effort, Emotion, and Trust (SEET) as measurements for every PX processfrom appointment setting to care plans to paymentsthe healthcare community can expand its potential for providing excellent care. The journey map should include every step in the care process from A to Z.

Patient Experience 52

Patient Experience Patient Satisfaction Hospital Follow-Up 52

Will Peach MD

MARCH 28, 2024

They can provide personalized guidance based on your specific eye health needs and help you develop a comprehensive eye care plan tailored to your lifestyle and preferences. Be sure to ask questions and communicate any concerns you may have regarding your eye health during your appointments.

Scheduling 40

Scheduling Appointments Care Plan Communication 40

Medical Advantage

APRIL 4, 2024

In recent years, virtual care has been gaining popularity among both patients and providers, and for good reasons. This broad category encompasses telehealth, telemedicine, and various digital healthcare solutions, aiming to create a seamless, comprehensive digital care plan for patients.

HIPAA 40

HIPAA Follow-Up Best Practices Communication 40

The HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Pino was appointed as the new OCR Director, taking over from acting OCR director Robinsue Frohboese who headed the agency since the resignation of Roger Severino in January 2021. However, Piso left the role in July 2022, less than a year into her tenure, Melanie Fontes Rainer has now been appointed Acting OCR Director.

HIPAA 124

HIPAA Business Associate Appointments Transfers 124

Guideway Care

JANUARY 14, 2025

These oncology nurses diligently observe patients throughout their chemotherapy appointments, attentively addressing any negative reactions that might arise. They play a critical role in helping patients understand their treatment options, manage side effects, and adhere to their care plans.

Certification 52

Certification Hospice Collaboration Interdisciplinary Team 52