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Best Practices for Managing the Patient Intake Process at a Large Behavioral Health Practice

Valant

It ensures that important information is recorded for future reference and can be used as a baseline. A patient’s medical history, presenting concerns, treatment preferences, and any relevant psychosocial factors should all be documented. Electronic forms allow practices to collect patient information digitally.

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Therapy Notes vs. Progress Notes

Valant

What’s the difference between them, and is your practice compliant with the privacy regulations for each type? Failing to follow best practices for therapy notes and progress notes can have legal and professional repercussions. Therapy notes are a clinician’s private record of their patient encounters.

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Complete Guide for Mobile EHR App Development

Arkenea

The electronic health record (EHR) lies at the heart of this transformation, providing a comprehensive, real-time digital view of a patient’s medical history. Having patient records and important data on their mobile device empowers them to offer timely and accurate care, regardless of location.

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How to Patient Scheduling and Appointment Management

Northwest Career College

Confirm Appointments It’s best practice to provide patients with reminder or confirmation calls the day before their appointment. Sometimes, patients forget appointments because of their busy schedules. Keep Records Updated Keeping the patient records updated is necessary.

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A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant, Taught by NWSC

Northwest Suburban College

Checking the schedule to see which patients will be coming in is also an essential part of the morning routine. Medical assistants often begin by reviewing patient charts from the previous day to ensure all records are up-to-date. When patients arrive, medical assistants are usually the first point of contact.

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Understanding Oncology Medical Billing: Essential Tips and Guidelines 

CollaborateMD

Oncology medical billing is the process of submitting claims to insurance companies or other payers for oncology-related billing services associated with cancer management. The process involves verifying the patient’s coverage, accurately documenting medical history, submitting claims promptly, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

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