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BILLING & COLLECTIONS

4 strategies for more effective medical billing

By Isaac Smith The medical billing process can be a time-consuming endeavor, but there are several ways you can improve your practice’s revenue flow. Here are five strategies for increasing your medical billing efficiency. 1 Ensure transparency in payments Whether you provide in-network or out-of-network services, patients are looking for more transparency from their healthcare providers. They want to know what they can expect and what is included in the price tag. And they are willing to pay for it if you deliver on your promises. One of the most important aspects of medical office administration is billing and collections. A good revenue cycle tool will help you to be more transparent by generating reliable out-of-pocket cost estimates at the time of service, as well as helping you to identify… . . . read more.

YOUR CAREER

Cultivate these 7 habits for success

As an office manager, you are responsible for the efficient operation of your workplace. Your role requires you to balance multiple tasks, manage diverse teams, and keep things organized. To become a highly effective office manager, you can take inspiration from Stephen Covey’s timeless book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” Here are some tips based on Covey’s teachings to help you excel in your role: Be Proactive—Being proactive means taking charge of your actions and outcomes. As an office manager, you have the power to influence how your workplace functions. You can start by identifying the key challenges and opportunities in your workplace and taking proactive steps to address them. For instance, if you notice that communication is a problem, you can set up regular team meetings, implement… . . . read more.

WORKPLACE WELLNESS

How to recognize and deal with burnout

Here are some tips for medical office managers on why they might suffer burnout, how to recognize it, and what they can do to prevent and deal with it. Understand the causes of burnout: Burnout is a form of chronic stress that results from prolonged exposure to job demands that exceed a person’s resources. For medical office managers, burnout can stem from factors such as heavy workloads, long hours, inadequate staffing, and high levels of responsibility. Recognize the signs of burnout: Some common signs of burnout include chronic fatigue, irritability, cynicism, feelings of disengagement or detachment from work, reduced productivity, and physical symptoms such as headaches or gastrointestinal problems. Take care of your physical and mental health: Taking care of yourself is critical for preventing and managing burnout. Make sure… . . . read more.


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