Practice Index

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Using the Salary Calculator in the HUB , practices have been able to estimate the impact of the upcoming increases to the National Minimum Wage and National Insurance on their practice budgets. Of course, reduced capacity in general practice means fewer appointments and poorer access for patients.

Appointments 104

Appointments Insurance 104

Health Populi

APRIL 1, 2019

When evaluating health care options, consumers said the most important factor weighting into their choice was insurance, cited by 84% of patients; another 75% of people said the health system’s reputation was the most important factor, following by 69% citing location, and 66% each noting cost and the reputation of the doctor.

Insurance 113

Insurance Billing Medication Follow-Up 113

Health Populi

AUGUST 21, 2024

Millions of Americans believe they have been treated negatively by a physician due to their weight, insurance status, physical appearance and/or state of mental health, according to a YouGov poll published August 6, 2024. To gauge U.S. adults 18 and over online in late June 2024. Empathy ranks relatively high.

Insurance 71

Insurance Medication Appointments Patient Experience 71

Health Populi

MAY 27, 2020

expected they would schedule a medical appointment in the next two months. “As Over one in four patients did delay a visit to a doctor; two-thirds of these patients delayed an appointment regarding an existing condition, shown in the second bar chart. By May 14th, 2020, one-half of consumers in the U.S. This telemedicine volume was 2.5

Appointments 71

Appointments Scheduling Medication Insurance 71

Electronic Health Reporter

MARCH 31, 2020

Maven, the largest telemedicine provider for women’s and family health, announced a new partnership with MassHealth, the Massachusetts, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program. MassHealth will provide free telemedicine appointments for members with COVID-19 […].

Appointments 131

Appointments Insurance 131

Health Populi

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

One basic pillar of prescription drug access is health care insurance; CoverMyMeds points out that unemployment claims hit record (high) levels in 2020, with millions having lost health coverage. The last charge shows that one-half of providers grew telehealth appointments and decreased face-to-face appointments.

Insurance 147

Insurance Appointments Billing Medication 147

Practice Index

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Appointments reach record high Practice appointments reached a record high in October. million appointments in the month, three million more than 12 months earlier, itself a record, according to new NHS England data. The Royal College of GPs said practices now deliver 30% more appointments than five years ago.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Appointments Follow-Up Insurance 52

The Healthcare Blog

JANUARY 27, 2025

You learn that her husband tried calling the behavioral health department to make his wife an appointment, only to be told that the soonest they could get her in would be 6 weeks. She walked out of that appointment with only a prescription for hydroxyzine, which is similar to Benadryl. She was discharged with blood pressure medication.

Follow-Up 102

Follow-Up Discharges Appointments Hospital 102

Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Inaccurate information can include: Incorrect personal details Outdated insurance data Incomplete medical histories These errors in data entry can result in claim denials from insurance companies, leading to payment delays and financial losses for the practice.

Medication 52

Medication Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance 52

Practice Index

MARCH 6, 2025

Lords bid to exempt practices from NI increases Practices could still be exempted from the increase in employers National Insurance rates following a vote in the House of Lords. The Lords voted to amend the National Insurance Act to protect health and care providers.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Follow-Up Appointments Insurance 52

The Healthcare Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

I spent 33 minutes on the phone on January 8th, 2025 before I finally navigated the maze that is American healthcare to the extent that a medication that has been prescribed for me by my doctor regularly for several years could be delivered to her office in time for my next appointment.

Appointments 70

Appointments Follow-Up Insurance Medication 70

A Young Doctor's Journey

MARCH 10, 2025

Does insurance cover it? Of note, my insurance company initially declined the claim and my fertility team had to appeal, so this was the longest part of the process (about four weeks). We set an approximate date for the start time, and my fertility team started the prior authorization for the insurance company. Mon (day 1!):

Medication 52

Medication Appointments Follow-Up Insurance 52

The Healthcare Blog

MAY 20, 2024

For instance, physicians were more likely to prescribe antibiotics for urinary tract infections during telehealth appointments (99%) compared to an office visit (49%). Online appointments with prescribed antibiotics were also shorter on average than in-person visits. antibiotics prescriptions) they think they need. What Can We Do?

Appointments 113

Appointments Insurance Follow-Up 113

Valant

DECEMBER 16, 2024

A scheduling tool reduces barriers to booking appointments. Optimize your profile by including detailed information about your specialties, accepted insurance plans, and treatment approaches. Create a Strong Online Presence A well-designed website is essential for reaching potential clients.

Scheduling 93

Scheduling Continuing Education Appointments Insurance 93

Health Prime

MAY 16, 2024

Clear and concise communication about billing procedures, insurance coverage, and out-of-pocket expenses can eliminate uncertainties and foster trust. When patients are well-informed about their financial responsibilities, it enhances their overall experience and contributes to a positive perception of your healthcare facility.

Patient Experience 105

Patient Experience Billing Appointments Patient Satisfaction 105

Health Populi

JUNE 10, 2024

Health insurance plans make mainstream media news every week, whether coverage deals with the cost of a plan, the cost of out-of-network care, prior authorizations, or cybersecurity and ransomware attacks, among other front-page issues. Confronting and addressing access and health equity.

Insurance 71

Insurance Patient Experience Hospital Best Practices 71

Health Prime

MARCH 21, 2024

The revenue cycle in healthcare refers to the entire process of managing the financial aspects of patient care, from the initial appointment scheduling to the final payment received for services rendered. By confirming insurance details beforehand, providers can avoid claim denials and ensure a smoother reimbursement process.

Billing 105

Billing Medication Follow-Up Appointments 105

Scrubs

MARCH 21, 2023

Her regular doctor, Dr. Rebecca Hemphill, used the AI app during her last two medical appointments at MaineHealth. Nobody went into medicine to write notes or fill out insurance authorization forms,” said J. The main thing is she can concentrate more on a patient and not be typing on a keyboard and glancing over,” Vaughan said. “It

Hospital 264

Hospital Follow-Up Appointments Documentation 264

CollaborateMD

MARCH 20, 2025

Here’s a breakdown of essential features of practice management systems : Patient Scheduling : Streamline efficient appointment booking while minimizing no-shows through automated reminders. Billing and Claims Management : Ensure smooth processes for medical billing , insurance claims, and payment collection.

Appointments 52

Appointments Billing Scheduling HIPAA 52

Mobius MD

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Gather patient information before the appointment One of the simplest ways to reduce patient wait times is by preventing delays at check-in. Does your office staff gather insurance information and patient history when scheduling? Here are ten practical strategies for reducing patient wait times at your practice.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Appointments Patient Experience Medical History 52

CollaborateMD

JANUARY 17, 2025

The findings also point out that much of the costs result from the burden and time associated with dealing with specific practices that insurers have put in place around prior authorization and delays in payments. Higher prices for medical services, medications, and insurance premiums directly impact patients’ out-of-pocket expenses.

Billing 84

Billing Insurance Hospital Medication 84

Health Populi

JUNE 26, 2023

People love being health-insured, but their negative experiences with health plans create serious burdens on patients-as-consumers. The 2023 Kaiser Family Foundation Survey of Consumer Experiences with Health Insurance updates our understanding of and empathy for insured peoples’ Patient Administrative Burdens (PAB).

Insurance 62

Insurance Appointments Billing Hospital 62

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

It categorizes unpaid patient invoices and insurance claims by age, typically in 30-day increments. To take action, follow up promptly on overdue accounts, review and optimize your billing processes to reduce delays, and consider implementing automated reminders for patients and insurance companies.

Medication 52

Medication Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Practice Index

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Practices set to struggle with wage increases The cost of the National Insurance and Minimum Wage increases to practices is significantly greater than previously thought. They describe a patient who found themselves discharged from a service for failing to attend an appointment, in spite of their efforts to reschedule.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Discharges Appointments Hospital 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 9, 2025

Appointment Management: Scheduling appointments, managing follow-up visits, and sometimes handling billing and insurance paperwork. Organizational Skills: Efficient in managing multiple tasks, such as scheduling appointments and maintaining records.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Certification Vital Signs 52

Health Populi

JUNE 8, 2022

I asked her to meet with me to discuss her professional news update: being appointed Parexel’s first Patient Ambassador. In 2018, Stacy launched her website, began blogging, and got social media traction when HIMSS appointed her a digital influencer.

Patient Advocacy 174

Patient Advocacy Follow-Up Appointments Discharges 174

Health Prime

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Mental health providers must ensure they use the correct diagnosis and procedure codes when submitting claims to insurance companies. Clear and detailed records of each session, including treatment plans, progress notes, and outcomes, support insurance claims and ensure care continuity.

Billing 97

Billing Medical Coding Documentation Insurance 97

Practice Index

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Backlash over new National Insurance costs The Government has faced a backlash after it failed to guarantee support for practices facing payment of the employers’ National Insurance increase. The proposals, reported in the Health Service Journal, would create central hubs for same-day appointments.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Appointments Follow-Up Insurance 52

Sensible Medicine

JULY 19, 2024

It is deducted from our paycheck as health insurance and as state and Medicare taxes. It is also raised indirectly through employer contributions to health insurance premiums. Not only is our behavior at a doctor’s visit driven by our socialization; it is affected by everything else happening at a given appointment.

Insurance 201

Insurance Appointments Medication Scheduling 201

Scrubs

JULY 23, 2023

Switching Careers If you’re no longer in love with nursing, here’s what ex-nurses had to say: I used to work for one of the huge health insurance companies in my state. If you don’t want to have to do additional schooling to switch careers, I highly recommend looking at health insurance companies for your next gig.

Hospital 190

Hospital Insurance Medication Appointments 190

Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Some of the work activities include: Appointment Setting Managed patient records and ensured they were up-to-date. Handled all insurance forms and also billing-related processes. Scheduler: This is organizing appointments and seeing an office running on schedule.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Problem Solving Skills Billing 40

Valant

JULY 16, 2024

Also called psychotherapy notes, these records help the provider keep track of what happened at each appointment. This covers information such as diagnosis, symptoms, medical history, test results, treatment plan, progress at appointments, prescription medications, etc.

Documentation 98

Documentation HIPAA Appointments Follow-Up 98

Health Populi

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Among stresses facing people at least 50 years of age, health care costs rank top of mind compared with other issues like long-term care, health insurance, Social Security, taxes, and being read to retire. Americans continue to trade-off wages for benefits, and especially healthcare benefits.

Long Term Care 116

Long Term Care Insurance Appointments Tests 116

CollaborateMD

MARCH 7, 2025

Automation tools like RPA in healthcare can handle repetitive tasks like data entry and insurance claim processing to free up valuable time and reduce administrative burden. For example, the CollaborateMD practice management software offers tools that automatically send appointment reminders to patients by phone, text, or email.

Billing 52

Billing Appointments Patient Satisfaction Patient Care 52

Northwest Suburban College

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Dental assistants coordinate appointments to prevent conflicts and minimize wait times, enhancing patient satisfaction. Handling billing and insurance claims is indispensable. Dental assistants process payments, submit claims, and navigate insurance intricacies.

Patient Records 52

Patient Records Communication Patient Satisfaction Scheduling 52

Health Prime

JANUARY 1, 2025

Delays in credentialing can lead to a period where the physician is not working or seeing patients with specific insurances. This lets your staff focus on patient care while ensuring providers are appropriately credentialed for seamless interactions with insurance companies.

Billing 52

Billing Medication Insurance Patient Care 52

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