If you suspect that a physician in your practice has a problem with alcohol that is affecting their work, it is essential to address the issue promptly and professionally. Handling this situation requires discretion, adherence to legal and ethical guidelines, and a commitment to patient care. Here’s how you can navigate this sensitive issue effectively. 1. Recognizing the … [Read more...] about Supporting Physicians and Ensuring Patient Safety: Addressing Alcohol Concerns with Care
Working with physicians
Promote Your Practice with a Doc Blog
Helping a physician create a blog can enhance patient engagement, boost the practice’s visibility, and establish the doctor as a thought leader in their field. As a medical office manager, your support can streamline the process and help the blog run smoothly. Here’s how you can effectively assist: 1. Define the Purpose of the Blog Start by working with the physician to … [Read more...] about Promote Your Practice with a Doc Blog
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
Sample policy on domestic abuse
Domestic abuse is a serious issue that affects individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. It can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and psychological abuse. Medical offices have a unique role in addressing and preventing domestic abuse, as patients may disclose abuse during a medical appointment or seek medical attention as a result of … [Read more...] about Sample policy on domestic abuse
5 ways managers can better communicate with staff
By Nick Hernandez bio Effective medical office managers are effective communicators. They express themselves well both orally and in writing. Further, they project an image of self-assurance and of understanding. These attributes are continuously communicated by their actions and demeanor. Effective communication is also important because a large portion of a manager's … [Read more...] about 5 ways managers can better communicate with staff
5 reasons to turn down a promotion … and how to do so tactfully
Should you take a promotion if it is offered to you? Perhaps, but it might not be your best move. Consider these reasons to turn down a promotion and stay right where you are—successfully managing your medical office. Loss of work-life balance: Consider whether the promotion would significantly impact your work-life balance. Assess if the increased responsibilities would … [Read more...] about 5 reasons to turn down a promotion … and how to do so tactfully
Your Role in Preventing Malpractice as a Medical Office Manager
You may not be diagnosing patients or performing procedures, but as a medical office manager, you're on the front lines of malpractice prevention every single day. Your systems, your team, and your oversight all play a critical role in creating an environment where care is safe, efficient, and legally sound. And while the clinical staff handles the medicine, you're the one who … [Read more...] about Your Role in Preventing Malpractice as a Medical Office Manager
3 steps to set up your strategic planning process
By Nick Hernandez bio There are many different models and action steps for strategic planning. Attempting to "jump right in", however, is ill-advised. Undertaking some basic pre-work will help to ensure better success for the strategic planning process. Here are three prerequisites for strategic planning: 1. Agree on a strategic planning process You should provide … [Read more...] about 3 steps to set up your strategic planning process
Medical innovations, technologies and procedures spur changes in CPT 2025 Code Set
The emergence of medical innovations, new technologies and cutting-edge procedures spurred most of the annual changes presented in the release of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2025, the nation’s uniform data-sharing code set for medical procedures and services published by the American Medical Association (AMA). “The CPT code set is the … [Read more...] about Medical innovations, technologies and procedures spur changes in CPT 2025 Code Set
Health and Wellness Initiatives for Patients in the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a good time to promote heath and wellness for your patients. This time of year often brings increased stress, changes in diet, and a variety of health challenges that can affect overall well-being. By encouraging preventive care and healthy habits, you can help your patients navigate the holiday season while maintaining their health. Here are several … [Read more...] about Health and Wellness Initiatives for Patients in the Holiday Season