Sensible Medicine

APRIL 12, 2024

He was started on anticoagulation, admitted to the inpatient general medicine team, and scheduled for a CT angiogram of the chest to verify the suspected diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. I have written about the misery of my schedule during residency. He also reported brief episodes of chest pain. What could possibly go wrong?

Scheduling 208

Scheduling Huddles/Rounds Hospital Documentation 208

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Students interested in becoming Medical Assistants are often curious about what the work schedule will be like. Read on for a detailed breakdown of a Medical Assistants typical schedule. What Is The Typical Work Schedule For A Medical Assistant? Part-Time Schedule: Hours: Can range from 20 to 30 hours per week.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Scheduling 52

Sensible Medicine

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

There were letters he needed written, forms to be filled out for handicapped parking placards and durable medical equipment, and seemingly endless documentation for homecare services. At a scheduled visit he said, “Dr. ” At that point his wife, also at the appointment, and I joined in his laughter.

Tests 265

Tests Billing Scheduling Follow-Up 265

Sensible Medicine

JUNE 30, 2023

He came to an appointment one Friday afternoon with chest pain. For my entire career I have had a clinic scheduled on Friday afternoon. First, I know that if I didn’t have patients scheduled Friday afternoon, I’d probably kick off early. ” I documented those words in my progress note that day.

Hospital 246

Hospital Tests Scheduling Vital Signs 246

MedicalGPS

JANUARY 11, 2023

One major challenge facing all physician practices is patient scheduling. It’s not unusual for some patients to spend 30 minutes or more attempting to make an appointment without success. Following are key strategies to make scheduling more efficient. Some patients can and will use the patient portal to book appointments.

Scheduling 52

Scheduling Appointments Patient Satisfaction Follow-Up 52

Sensible Medicine

DECEMBER 15, 2023

” He left without making a follow up appointment and I never saw him again. I scheduled her to see me in the office every three months but that did little to assuage her concerns. I called her to discuss the results, initiate therapy, and schedule her with a rheumatologist. “I do not,” I answered.

Tests 281

Tests Diagnostics Follow-Up Scheduling 281

Scrubs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

At the same time, they manage administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, and maintaining patient records. This knowledge is essential for accurately handling patient records, insurance claims, and other healthcare-related documents.

Medical Assistant 147

Medical Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Medical Terminology 147

Health Prime

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Document thoroughly and legibly Comprehensive and legible documentation is vital for successful mental health billing. According to the American Psychological Association (APA) , records benefit the client and the psychologist by documenting treatment plans, services provided, and client progress.

Billing 97

Billing Medical Coding Documentation Insurance 97

Scrubs

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In a hospital setting, nurses must be prepared for emergencies that can disrupt their carefully planned schedules. Furthermore, administrative tasks such as documentation can consume a significant portion of a nurse’s time. They can help you keep track of your tasks, appointments, and deadlines.

Time Management 229

Time Management Patient Care Appointments Care Plan 229

Valant

AUGUST 20, 2024

Working with multiple patients at the same appointment affects everything from how you schedule sessions to how you take progress notes, and a system that runs smoothly makes for a better patient experience. Scheduling: You’ll collaborate with group members to select a meeting day and time that works for everyone.

Billing 105

Billing Documentation Scheduling Appointments 105

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Automating Documentation – Medical documentation used to be one of the most time-consuming tasks for physicians. Virtual Health Assistants – Virtual assistants can handle routine patient queries, triage symptoms, provide medication reminders, and even schedule appointments.

Diagnostics 52

Diagnostics Medical History Administrative Work Vital Signs 52

Health Prime

MARCH 6, 2024

Additionally, it allows patients to: Access their medical records Schedule appointments Receive important updates This seamless communication fosters patient engagement , leading to increased satisfaction and loyalty. This streamlines the check-in process during appointments and minimizes the need for paper-based administrative tasks.

HIPAA 98

HIPAA Communication Billing Appointments 98

Valant

MAY 2, 2024

These include increased productivity, reduced paperwork, accurate documentation , and enhanced data security. An EHR makes administrative tasks, such as appointment scheduling and billing, faster and easier. By leveraging technology, clinicians can deliver better patient care and optimize their financial performance.

Documentation 102

Documentation Patient Care Billing Insurance 102

Prism Career Institute

JANUARY 16, 2025

They handle a range of administrative responsibilities to ensure that the facility runs smoothly and that patients receive the appropriate medical attention. They handle a range of administrative responsibilities to ensure that the facility runs smoothly and that patients receive the appropriate medical attention.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Sterilization Tests 52

Mobius MD

MAY 1, 2024

Tasks like prior authorizations, quality reporting, messaging patients, and EHR documentation often overflow into after-clinic work. Order necessary labs or imaging in advance when you schedule a patient for their next visit. Pro Tip : Schedule regular team meetings to discuss task delegation and workflow optimization.

Documentation 52

Documentation Follow-Up Scheduling Physical Exams 52

Mobius MD

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

An easy starting point is to document and assess the most common patient visit types in your clinic or department. Schedule a meeting, map out every step in a typical patient visit, and look for chokepoints. Save time by dictating clinical notes , and implement team documentation to empower staff to work at the top of their license.

Documentation 52

Documentation Scheduling Appointments Tests 52

Valant

AUGUST 5, 2024

By consistently collecting and analyzing this data, clinicians can gain insights into patient progress between appointments; implement evidence-based, targeted treatments; and improve patient engagement by involving them in monitoring their own progress. There is a famous saying, “what gets measured gets managed.”

Appointments 105

Appointments Triage Patient Care Scheduling 105

Valant

AUGUST 1, 2024

This means you can create a work schedule that accommodates your personal life. Billing, scheduling, and other administrative tasks are often handled by dedicated staff, allowing providers to focus more on patient care. Cons of Opening Your Own Practice Starting your own behavioral health practice also comes with challenges.

Scheduling 97

Scheduling Billing Collaboration Patient Care 97

Valant

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Choosing an EHR built for behavioral health can be especially helpful for evidence-based talk therapies requiring frequent appointments. Behavioral health typically requires more recurring appointments than other fields.

Billing 52

Billing Appointments Documentation Scheduling 52

Arkenea

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Key Takeaways Care visit scheduler is one of the prominent patient portal examples as it allows patients to select appointments as per their routine, reduces wait time, improves accessibility, and is user-friendly. Care Visit Scheduler Care visit scheduler aids in online appointment bookings for patients.

Appointments 52

Appointments Scheduling Billing Communication 52

Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Scheduling Process Easy scheduling is the base of an efficient workflow in behavioral health practices. Streamlined scheduling makes work easier for office staff and improves patient access by reducing wait times. For clinicians, efficient scheduling means better time management and the ability to see more patients.

Documentation 40

Documentation Billing Scheduling Appointments 40

MedCerts

APRIL 8, 2024

MS 2000: Microsoft Office Series I: This two-week course focuses on creating, editing and enhancing Word and Excel documents. You’ll also learn to analyze data and perform calculations.

Medication 73

Medication Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Terminology HIPAA 73

MedCerts

JULY 24, 2024

This role may also involve administrative tasks, such as patient intake, treatment area prep, clerical duties and documenting patient responses. You’re often the first person a patient sees or speaks with for check-in, appointment scheduling and insurance coverage changes.

Medical Assistant 74

Medical Assistant Insurance Patient Care Patient Education 74

MedCerts

JULY 3, 2024

Electronic Health & Medical Records Specialist In the Electronic Health & Medical Records Specialist program, you’ll learn about patient data confidentiality, patient outreach, records maintenance, document management and other crucial tasks. Training in Microsoft Office finishes the course.

Medical Terminology 79

Medical Terminology Bookkeeping Billing Insurance 79

Health Prime

JULY 6, 2023

According to the 2021 Internet of Healthcare Report , 90% of healthcare executives said their organization relies on multiple systems for at least one process, including claims processing and clinical documentation. Patient Scheduling & Reminders Scheduling appointments and patient reminders are essential to the success of your practice.

Discharges 52

Discharges Scheduling Admissions Appointments 52

Health Populi

JUNE 18, 2024

Health care access is a challenge in rural and urban areas, cities and suburbs, and across more demographic groups than you might realize, as we see wait times grow for appointments, primary care shortages, and delays in screening plaguing health systems around the world.

Triage 71

Triage Appointments Collaboration Scheduling 71

Valant

JANUARY 16, 2024

Unbillable admin tasks outside of appointment times can eat up a shocking amount of your day. Maybe you want to see more clients, but see no feasible way to add to your schedule because of logistical burdens. Schedule your free demo today and explore the possibilities of streamlined work with Valant’s EHR.

Patient Care 52

Patient Care Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Arkenea

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Key Takeaway: EHR software is designed primarily for the documentation and management of patient clinical information, while PM software is designed for the administrative functions of healthcare practices. The documentation of medical diagnosis and procedure codes is also done using MPM software. can be stored and reused.

Documentation 52

Documentation Billing Appointments Medical History 52

Valant

JUNE 19, 2024

Benefits for Patients and Providers Telemedicine offers several advantages: Efficiency: Patients save time by avoiding commutes and waiting rooms, leading to more efficient appointments. Convenience: Patients can schedule appointments at their convenience, sometimes even during non-traditional hours.

Triage 52

Triage Appointments HIPAA Hospital 52

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Report RCM reports provide a comprehensive view of your practices revenue cycle, from patient scheduling and billing to payment collections. Compliance and audit reports help you monitor adherence to coding, documentation, and billing standards. At Health Prime, we can help!

Medication 52

Medication Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Valant

MARCH 25, 2024

If your practice becomes disorganized during the switch, or if things like scheduling and accessing the patient portal become difficult for clients, it will impact the quality of care you deliver, and could ultimately cost you clients. Examples might include: The new software will make scheduling easier.

Scheduling 52

Scheduling Communication Appointments Documentation 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

MARCH 9, 2024

Scheduling patient appointments. Obtaining necessary documents from patients and preparing paperwork. Organizational skills to manage appointments, medical records, and administrative tasks efficiently. Attention to Detail: Precision in maintaining medical records, scheduling appointments, and handling documentation.

Medical Secretary 52

Medical Secretary Medication Medical Terminology Unit Organization and Environment 52

Valant

MARCH 26, 2024

Intake, scheduling, billing, patient portal functions, clinical reporting, and other basic functions of your practice should work the same across all providers, staff, and locations. Learn about your patients’ experience with the patient portal , scheduling, intake, and billing/payments. Consider integration between software tools.

Scheduling 52

Scheduling Billing Patient Experience Appointments 52

MedVA

DECEMBER 7, 2023

At MedVA, our highly trained virtual medical assistant can help efficiently organize patient appointments, send reminders, and handle rescheduling requests and missed appointment notifications, letting your team focus on providing quality care rather than managing complex schedules.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Appointments Follow-Up 52

Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Streamline Documentation: Use digital forms and automated systems to collect patient information before their first visit. Pre-Visit Communication: Ensure patients receive all necessary information before their appointment, including directions or telehealth instructions.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Billing HIPAA Appointments 52

Valant

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

To effectively market your behavioral health business online, it’s crucial to maintain consistent branding across all platforms.

Certification 98

Certification Scheduling Continuing Education Best Practices 98

Practice Index

MARCH 31, 2024

With several documents related to the contract being released on Thursday (28th April) afternoon, we've taken a look at the contract updates to give you a head start on the requirements of the contract so you're up and running quickly.

Follow-Up 111

Follow-Up Documentation Collaboration Admissions 111