Relias

JANUARY 30, 2024

Improving patient experience scores is a goal for many healthcare organizations — and for good reason. Patient experience is directly tied to patient retention, reimbursement, and in many cases, better patient outcomes. Does patient satisfaction equal better health outcomes?

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Northwest Suburban College

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

However, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of non-technical or “soft” skills that significantly contribute to creating exceptional patient experiences. This includes both verbal and non-verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to listen actively and attentively to others.

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 18, 2024

Ask any leader in a health care organization if they value patient satisfaction, and the answer will be an immediate yes. As the discussion continues, you are sure to hear terms such as “patient engagement,” “patient delight,” or “partnership” to describe the relationship between the provider group and the patient.

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Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 8, 2024

Dental Assistants not only assist dental professionals with essential clinical tasks, but they also act as advocates for their patients, ensuring a comfortable, informative, and positive oral healthcare experience at every stage.

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Walker Info - Patient Experience

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Siemens Healthineers reports that active patient choices impact more than 60% of healthcare spending. Organizations wanting to earn their business must win on the patient experience (PX). Healthcare research indicates better care experiences improve clinical outcomes. What Is the Patient Experience?

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MedicalGPS

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A quick survey of your healthcare peers (or even a Google search) will tell you one thing almost certain about the importance of care team communication with patients: most healthcare quality experts agree that improving communication between patients and healthcare staff is the number one factor in improving patient experience.

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Performance Health

AUGUST 12, 2024

Improving communication in healthcare between patients and providers is essential for delivering quality healthcare. Establishing a strong communication link builds trust, understanding, and a collaborative atmosphere. Read on to learn five strategies to enhance patient-provider communication in healthcare settings.

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Northwest Career College

JUNE 18, 2024

A phlebotomist does more than collect blood; they should also ensure the patient’s comfort during the process. The article examines the importance of these two aspects within phlebotomy and how they promote positive outcomes and patient satisfaction. These elements contribute to a more positive patient experience.

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Health Prime

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

This principle includes your Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) process from end-to-end, positioning it as a core for proper trustworthiness or effectiveness and patient satisfaction. Transparent billing practices will also help drive patient satisfaction by creating an open dialogue and fewer surprise bills.

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Health Populi

JUNE 6, 2021

Consumers’ satisfaction with both health plan websites and information and communication. Another 2 in 5 say they are leveraging the full capabilities of virtual care along the patient journey, as well as ensure security, privacy and compliance in their communication channels.

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Practice Builders

AUGUST 11, 2024

Patient satisfaction is one of the most critical outcomes to achieve in the complex world of healthcare, and as a result, there is no surprise in practice owners and medical specialists being vulnerable to complaints. Why is Focusing on Patient Experience a Must? Trained staff can improve the patient-provider experience.

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Guideway Care

JULY 1, 2024

Long wait times at healthcare facilities are frustrating and inconvenient for patients. Besides the immediate discomfort, prolonged waiting can affect overall patient satisfaction. Let’s explore how wait times affect customer satisfaction.

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Health Prime

APRIL 11, 2024

However, Practice Optimization takes a holistic approach, addressing operational efficiency, staff productivity, and patient satisfaction. It goes beyond financial considerations and includes workflow management, staff productivity, and patient engagement.

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Northwest Career College

MAY 1, 2024

Patient Scheduling In recent years, patient scheduling has undergone significant changes due to technological advancements , evolving patient expectations, and the growing need for streamlined healthcare delivery. Patients can now request appointments anytime, anywhere, using their smartphones or computers.

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 8, 2024

The platform is designed to not only enhance the patient experience but also streamline administrative tasks and boost the overall efficiency of your practice. athenahealth communicator’s diverse features include a web-based portal, automated messaging, and online scheduling.

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Guideway Care

APRIL 2, 2024

What should you expect from HCAHPS patient experience surveys? Various aspects of the patient experience, including communication with healthcare providers, cleanliness and silence in the hospital, pain management, and willingness to recommend the hospital.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

AUGUST 8, 2024

Their responsibilities extend beyond assisting dentists during procedures; they also manage administrative tasks, patient care, and ensure the office complies with health regulations. This multifaceted role is vital for delivering high-quality dental care and creating a positive patient experience.

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CollaborateMD

DECEMBER 21, 2023

But some of it is patient feedback data. Patient feedback in healthcare provides valuable insights into the service provider’s performance. Understanding your patients’ experiences is crucial for driving service quality improvements. It also boosts patient satisfaction. And a powerful one at that.

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Practice Builders

JANUARY 25, 2024

Analyzing the patient journey is pivotal for a comprehensive diagnostic approach, as it reveals potential obstacles and roadblocks. To deliver an unparalleled patient experience, medical practices must grasp patient needs and preferences at each stage. Challenges arise if reaching the provider proves difficult.

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Practice Builders

MARCH 28, 2024

Healthcare Performance Measurement: A Foundation for Excellence Analyzing healthcare performance is vital for medical practices to boost efficiency, satisfy patients, and enhance clinical outcomes. This involves assessing various aspects such as guideline adherence, patient experiences , and clinical results.

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Northwest Career College

AUGUST 1, 2024

The Role of the Front Desk The front desk is the most frequent contact point for patients visiting a dental practice, forming an essential part of their experience. Customer service and communication skills, bundled with organizational skills, go a long way in helping a practice run smoothly.

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CollaborateMD

JUNE 18, 2024

Engaged patients participate in their care by working collaboratively with providers to make informed decisions about their treatment. Engaged patients experience better health outcomes, driven by several factors: Engaged patients understand the reasoning behind their treatment, motivating them to continue.

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Health Prime

MARCH 21, 2024

Verification of insurance benefits Verifying patients’ insurance coverage is a proactive measure that healthcare providers take before scheduled appointments. Additionally, clear communication of patient responsibilities, such as copays or deductibles, during scheduling promotes transparency.

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Minority Nurse

JUNE 22, 2022

The clinic will be an oasis to the community because there will be trained staff, knowledgeable regarding care services, resources, and specialized information who understand the patients better, and are able to facilitate a positive patient experience during their hospital contact and even in their homes.”.

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Health Prime

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

When paired with diminishing payer reimbursements, the importance of collecting balances escalates significantly. Effective collections are multifaceted and require a strategic blend of proactive measures, clear communication, and innovative technologies. Clear and concise statements are essential for effective communication.

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Medical Advantage

MARCH 27, 2024

Improving the Patient Experience A seamless patient experience is integral to the success of any healthcare practice. With athenahealth’s integrated system, practices can offer their patients a more cohesive and user-friendly way to manage their healthcare needs.

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NHA Now

JULY 8, 2020

In our recent survey of employers in the 2020 Industry Outlook , the most important soft skills for phlebotomy technicians include professionalism, dependability , and verbal communication. Soft skills enable you to navigate your environment and work well with team members and patients. Why are these soft skills important?

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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. Here are some key considerations for minimizing disruption for patients during an EHR switch.

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MedVA

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Time-sensitive matters such as prescription refills and test result notifications can be managed promptly, enhancing overall efficiency and helping prevent any lapses in care because a patient ran out of medication during the holidays. Streamlined communication improves patient satisfaction and reduces the stress on front desk staff.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Coordination of care is the process of organizing and integrating health care services for patients across care settings and providers. Care coordination examples Coordination of care can take many forms and involve different strategies, tools, and interventions, depending on the patient and the types of care involved.

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Mobius MD

AUGUST 22, 2024

You can save even more time by incorporating dictation into the patient visit. For example, rather than repeating care instructions to ensure the patient understands, begin dictating while recounting pertinent highlights. In this way, patient communication doubles as documentation time.

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Health Populi

JULY 20, 2020

Patients embraced virtual care and communications at very high rates in the first months of the pandemic, and want to continue to use telehealth platforms after the pandemic ends. Fully one-third of patients starting using each of these 3 telehealth modalities during COVID-19.

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Walker Info - Patient Experience

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Patient experience is more than feeling good about feeling good. In fact, more than 70% of patients would switch healthcare providers to improve their experience. Improving patient experience scores through value-based care should be at the top of every health system’s to-do list.

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NHA Now

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

We recently surveyed healthcare employers for our 2020 Industry Outlook, and uncovered the three most important soft skills for EKG technicians: Professionalism, dependability, and verbal communication. According to employers, two of these skills are also the most lacking: Professionalism and verbal communication.

Communication 52

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Relias

JANUARY 8, 2024

In a consumer-driven industry, healthcare organizations must compete to gain new patients and maintain their loyalty. One effective way is to earn high patient satisfaction scores that demonstrate value to customers seeking a trusted healthcare partner.

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Relias

MARCH 4, 2024

In one widely reported incident involving a fatal medication error , the nurse noted that her fatigue from working a double shift the previous day played a major role in the negative patient safety outcome that occurred. Increase the likelihood that your nurses will stay by focusing on communication and collaboration.

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Northwest Career College

MARCH 2, 2024

Empowering Wellness Through Knowledge For current or aspiring medical assistants, understanding the significance of patient education is critical in providing exceptional care. Healthcare professionals’ willingness to invest time in patient education makes a significant impact on the patient experience and long-term health outcomes.

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