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5 issues in the check-in process that impact your medical practice 

Health Prime

Inaccurate information can include: Incorrect personal details Outdated insurance data Incomplete medical histories These errors in data entry can result in claim denials from insurance companies, leading to payment delays and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

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MEDVA Awarded Healthcare Virtual Assistant Company of 2024

MedVA

MEDVA was created to solve one of healthcare’s most pressing issues: the administrative overload and staffing shortages that can divert medical staff from patient care. At MEDVA, we believe in supporting healthcare providers by eliminating the administrative burdens that detract from patient care.

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Breaking point: Why practices can’t bear the National Insurance hike

Practice Index

The bombshell dropped by Rachel Reeves in last week’s budget regarding the increase in National Insurance contributions (NICs), without exempting GP practices, has been described as a monumental body blow to the heart of the NHS. Or worse, doesn’t care, how this affects our ability to function.” We’re already stretched to our limits.

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Health insurance companies hold too much sway over patient care, doctors say

Medical Economics

Sermo Barometer poll has results about private equity influence as well.

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The Alarming Trend of Seasoned Nurses Being Laid Off: Profits Over Patient Care? 

Minority Nurse

Financial Constraints and Budgetary Cuts Healthcare institutions often face financial constraints, with shrinking budgets and reduced reimbursements from insurance companies and government programs. Impact on Patient Care The consequences of laying off seasoned nurses can have a negative impact on patient care.

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Why medical practices should support Movember

Health Prime

Importance of accurate billing in Movember Timely and precise billing procedures for preventive care ensure that patients know if their screenings or therapies are covered by insurance. This way, practices can mitigate financial obstacles that might prevent men from getting the care they need.

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Nursing: 5 things I wish I knew when I graduated

Scrubs

Pay for personal liability insurance. Protect your assets and your license by having personal liability insurance separate from anything offered to you through your employer. You need separate insurance because it is possible that your employer could sue you, and in that case, their liability insurance would probably not cover you.