Monthly Archives: October 2013

What We’re Reading – Medicare E/M claims for new patients

Beginning on October 1, 2013, CMS will use a new claim edit to determine if more than one initial visit code was billed for a Medicare beneficiary within a three year period.   This edit will also identify claims where established … Read Full Post

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What We’re Reading – Improve Medical Practice Staff Communication Skills: 5 Best Practices

A patient’s first contact with your office is by phone, whether scheduling an appointment and/or requesting information.  If your staff doesn’t have the proper communication skills to create rapport with that patient, established or new, you could be in jeopardy … Read Full Post

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The Importance of Customer Service in the Healthcare Industry

The need for healthcare organizations to be profitable drives the industry to enhance the participation of physicians and other caregivers, to stay abreast of technology and cutting edge changes to stay competitive and to innovate in cutting operational costs. Where … Read Full Post

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What We’re Reading – The Power of Outsourcing in Your Medical Practice

Do you ever feel that there aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done?  Join the club!  These days, more and more office managers and/or administrators express that despite supposed electronic efficiencies, they are drowning in all the … Read Full Post

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