By Luke Smith – The novel coronavirus, or SARS-CoV2, created a public health disaster that required an innovative and accessible response. By nature of a pandemic, the effects of the virus have been widespread. Medical professionals are strained in accommodating the crushing demand.
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By Rick Stevens – 2020 threw its share of curveballs at healthcare revenue cycle leaders. From drops in patient volumes to rises in self-pay receivables, new tactics and strategies were essential to stay in the game.
On the latest episode of The Scope with Dr. K, Dr. Lawrence Kosinski and his guest, Dr. Jim Weber, discuss how Dr. Weber has been able to grow and maintain one of the most successful gastroenterology practices in America.
By Katherine Capps – We need to talk. Not just to each other, but to our communities. Many of us have been advocating for medication optimization for years. We’re largely on the same page. But are we adequately reaching a broader audience? I’m not sure.
By Sanjay Seth MD – ACOs participating in shared savings programs face a number of opposing forces in 2021. From a decline in the number of Medicare beneficiaries to new CMS regulations to force downside risk sooner, ACOs are carefully weighing their options in the year ahead.
By Shawn Martin – The US is now administering COVID-19 vaccines to the nation’s 270 million people over the age of 16. Given the strain the virus has put on our health care system and the hesitation of many to get the vaccine, this will not be an easy task.
New On Demand Dr. Nick: The Incrementalist: With guest Pennie Sempell, JD, CEO for StressPal, that is working to build better resilience in healthcare communities to stress and burn out.
By Scott Zeitzer – These days, it’s common for medical practices to have either an appointment scheduling service or appointment request form on their website. However, there are still just as many practices who are resistant to the idea.
By Art Gross – We have seen the healthcare industry rise to the occasion this past year. Telehealth does offer a viable solution for many people who cannot travel outside of their homes, and at the same time, it offers a safe solution to anyone who is COVID-19 cautious.