In part one of this blog post we discussed what cloud-based software systems are, and some of the advantages of using software-as-a-service (SaaS) when it comes to medical practice management software. In part two we’re going to cover some of the potential risks of cloud-based storage, as well as some tips to make sure you … Continued
Once viewed as a potential home health technology “for the future,” telehealth is now blazing into mainstream healthcare with surprising speed, high adoption and tremendous satisfaction from both patients and doctors. We’ve heard from hundreds of physicians who are discovering the powerful leverage telehealth gives them in attracting and retaining new patients and maintaining business … Continued
In part one of this post we covered some common questions related to telemedicine that have come up for many providers and clinics trying to figure out how to provide care for patients as COVID-19 has made in-person or face-to-face visits challenging or even unsafe in some areas. In part two we’ll cover some … Continued
COVID-19 has presented a lot of challenges across the healthcare spectrum, from large hospital systems in big cities to rural communities struggling with limited care or space to meet the needs of patients who require advanced care. For medical practices, one of the hardest things has been figuring out new ways to provide care to … Continued
The novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 (known as COVID-19) has created a lot of new challenges for medical practices. While some urgent care and emergency medicine facilities are dealing with surges of patients affected by the disease, other practices are adapting on the fly to provide more of their care through telemedicine to reduce the risk of … Continued
The past few months have been very challenging for both patients and providers in the medical community. As many states have gotten more comfortable with testing for COVID-19 and treating patients who get sick, they have allowed more businesses to open. That includes many medical clinics that had to immediately halt in-person visits around March … Continued
Stop and think for a minute about the things that are taking up a significant amount of your clinical and front office staff’s time. Chances are, one of those things is phone calls related to medication refills. Medical practices have long operated with an extremely inefficient medication refill process where: Patients or pharmacy employees have … Continued
Behavioral health and mental health providers are facing a unique challenge right now, not only because clients are experiencing high levels of emotional trauma, but because many clinics are not able to provide in-person mental health services, or have had to severely limit the availability of face-to-face visits for patient health and safety. For … Continued
In part one of this blog we discussed some of the ways that telemedicine has improved patient access during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, that is not universally true for all patients. In part two we’re going to discuss some of the barriers that your patients might face in accessing care through technology like smartphones, apps, … Continued
One of the most important factors in whether a clinic runs well is its workflows. Having proper processes in place for all aspects of your clinic—from scheduling and patient check-in to referrals and medical billing—ensure that you can see the maximum number of patients each day and that you are able to collect as much … Continued
American hospitals and health systems are facing financial struggles like never before. From the cancellation of non-emergency surgeries to disrupted supply chains and historically high unemployment rates resulting in higher numbers of uninsured patients, the pandemic has created tremendous financial turmoil. The strategy that more than 70% of hospitals and health systems are turning to … Continued
An executive order issued on Monday is aimed at improving rural healthcare accessibility, so patients have ongoing access to high-quality healthcare and expanded telehealth (telemedicine) services. Revenue for rural providers varies significantly month to month, making it difficult to stay in business. Nearly 25 percent of the U.S. patient population resides in rural communities. The … Continued
Jed Shay, MD
The Pain Care Center
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Center for Balanced Health
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La Loma Medical Center
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