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Medical office inventory and asset control checklist

Keeping track of assets in a medical office is essential for maintaining efficiency, compliance, and safety. With the constant flow of supplies, medications, and equipment, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks. That’s why having a structured approach to inventory and asset management can save time, reduce costs, and prevent potential shortages or oversights. By … [Read more...] about Medical office inventory and asset control checklist

Medical technology and equipment maintenance checklist

"The computer system is down," are words nobody wants to hear. Maintaining the technology and equipment in your medical office is essential to ensure smooth operations, patient safety, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Use this checklist to keep your office’s technology and equipment in optimal condition. Daily Tasks Check Electronic Health Record (EHR) … [Read more...] about Medical technology and equipment maintenance checklist

Our staff fell for a cyber attack

By Lynne Curry Question: Four of our staffers fell for a cyber attack last week. They opened an email attachment they thought originated from our HR department, which regularly emails policy updates to all staff. This email had the subject line: Changes to Vacation Policies. Even though we’ve trained our staff members not to click on suspicious emails, and certainly … [Read more...] about Our staff fell for a cyber attack

Effective inventory management for your medical office

Effective inventory management ensures that you have the right supplies when you need them without overstocking and wasting valuable resources. Here's how you can streamline your inventory management and keep everything running like a well-oiled machine. First things first, get organized. Start by taking a comprehensive inventory of all your medical supplies, from syringes … [Read more...] about Effective inventory management for your medical office

3 tips for better patient education

The link between patient education and outcomes is clear: When patients understand their diagnosis and treatment plan, they’re more likely to become and remain healthy. In fact, health literacy—the degree to which individuals can obtain, process, and understand basic health information needed to make appropriate health decisions—should be a top priority for medical practices … [Read more...] about 3 tips for better patient education

Integrating telemedicine into your practice

The healthcare landscape is evolving, and telemedicine has emerged as a transformative tool for medical practices to expand their reach, improve patient access, and provide high-quality care remotely. Integrating telemedicine services into your practice requires careful planning and execution, considering aspects like technology, staff training, patient communication, and … [Read more...] about Integrating telemedicine into your practice

Is healthcare SEO really worth the investment?

Years ago, planning a marketing campaign was a simple process. With fewer mediums available to reach potential clients, it was more about how much to spend and less about where to invest those resources. Today, though, the healthcare digital marketing landscape has changed dramatically. Instead of just print options, we now have things like pay-per-click (PPC), search engine … [Read more...] about Is healthcare SEO really worth the investment?

7 ways to get the most out of a work conference

Does your 2024 calendar include conferences? Are there events you and your staff will attend for education, product knowledge, or networking? As a medical office manager, attending conferences and trade shows can be a valuable opportunity to learn about new trends and technologies in the healthcare industry. However, with all the hustle and bustle of travel, it can be difficult … [Read more...] about 7 ways to get the most out of a work conference

A good courier service helps keep the medical office running smoothly

Keeping a medical office running efficiently requires attention to many moving parts—including how important documents and materials are transported. A reliable courier service can play a key role in supporting daily operations. This article explores common reasons a medical office might rely on a courier and offers tips for choosing the right service to meet your specific … [Read more...] about A good courier service helps keep the medical office running smoothly