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The decision to switch your medical practice's billing software is significant. It can enhance efficiency, better compliance, and improved patient satisfaction. However, transitioning to a new system can be daunting. This comprehensive guide will walk you through each step of the process to ensure a smooth and effective transition.

Maintaining an efficient and compliant medical practice is crucial in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry. One key aspect often overlooked is the efficacy of medical billing software. Older systems may become obsolete, inefficient, or non-compliant with current standards as technology advances. Here are five signs indicating it's time for your practice to upgrade its medical billing software.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released its 2024 physician fee schedule final rule. Why are you thinking this will be ominous and not good for you? Perhaps that old joke about, “We’re from the government and we’re here to help,” is in your head.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the way physicians communicate complex and sensitive patient information has undergone a significant transformation, especially with the rise of the Internet. Traditional practices, rooted in the era before digitalization, have started giving way to more efficient and patient-friendly approaches. One such evolution is in how we handle prescriptions, where the shift from paper-based to electronic methods has become increasingly vital.

The healthcare sector is dynamic, with regulations and best practices continuously evolving. One critical area subject to change is the coding system, with the ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification) updates for 2024 set to take effect on October 1, 2023.

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, businesses are witnessing continuous advancements in software solutions that bring about enhanced efficiency and improved outcomes. Ophthalmology practices are no exception to this trend. Whether you're upgrading your existing software or inheriting a legacy system, staying up-to-date with the latest upgrades is crucial for optimizing patient care and maximizing revenue.

See Past Events: 2022 | 2021 Successful healthcare organizations do not operate in a vacuum. Their fortunes are at least somewhat tied to the relationships they develop in the community with patients and other providers, as well as with thought leaders, manufacturers, and other players in the industry. This is why so many healthcare professionals make a point of attending at least one healthcare event or conference every year, whenever feasible.

How good of a job do you think you are doing as a physician? If you have a healthy sense of objectivity, you can evaluate your skills and experience level to see where you might be falling short. Here are 10 success tips from experienced doctors that you can apply in your own life and hopefully achieve even greater levels of success from medical school to residency and beyond.

Nearing the end of the 2021 calendar year, Congress was under immense pressure concerning the upcoming status of healthcare policies during the public health emergency (PHE) and other COVID-19 flexibilities.

See Past Events: 2021 | 2020 2022 Event Safety Information Every year, members of the healthcare industry from all across the country convene for major events and conferences. These gatherings present networking opportunities and the chance to connect with colleagues. They are also ideal situations to help you discover details about medical innovations and to discuss important news and issues.