A three-physician New York City surgery practice had a stellar year. It attributes its success to the fact that everybody follows strict and detailed procedures. Procedures produce efficiency, says Veronica L. Mogerman, administrator at Manhattan Surgical Associates. And efficiency means the office operates at top capacity and staff give patients top quality service, which … [Read more...] about By following strict procedures, New York office has ‘a stellar year’
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Over 168,000 healthcare workers use illicit drugs, warns Novus Medical Detox Center
A new study out of Australia revealed that, on average, 37 healthcare professionals die each year from drug overdoses. Meanwhile, U.S. government surveys found that more than 168,000 healthcare and social assistance workers engage in illicit drug use each year. Between 2003 and 2013, Australian coroners documented 404 drug-related fatalities among healthcare professionals, … [Read more...] about Over 168,000 healthcare workers use illicit drugs, warns Novus Medical Detox Center
Survey: Healthcare professionals say Trump Administration will improve U.S. healthcare system
Aprima Medical Software, a provider of innovative electronic health records (EHR), practice management (PM) and revenue cycle management solutions (RCM) for medical practices, today announced the results of a post-presidential election survey of healthcare professionals, which explored predictions for healthcare under a Trump administration. The majority of the 312 physicians … [Read more...] about Survey: Healthcare professionals say Trump Administration will improve U.S. healthcare system
Five realities of effective leadership
By Shane Carter bio In order to succeed, medical office managers must be capable in leading people. Leadership is a learned skill that when polished over time can turn managers into exceptional leaders. Polishing this skill will require your time, effort, and an understanding of five realities of effective leadership. Leadership is an action word; it's an activity … [Read more...] about Five realities of effective leadership
3 leading health organizations aim to reduce suicides by physicians, medical trainees
As increasing rates of stress, depression and fatigue fuel concern about physician well-being, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and Mayo Clinic recently launched an initiative to prevent physician and medical trainee suicides. "We want to be part of a national dialogue that addresses … [Read more...] about 3 leading health organizations aim to reduce suicides by physicians, medical trainees
Why your last hire failed and how to ensure success next time
It can be exasperating. After all that time spent interviewing and onboarding, your latest hire still didn't work out and now you find yourself facing the process all over again. Why? What happened? Well, according to recent research from Robert Half, aside from poor performance, failed hires are most likely a result of a mismatched skill set. Nearly four in 10 CFOs … [Read more...] about Why your last hire failed and how to ensure success next time
Holiday gift-giving guide: office edition
To gift or not to gift at work? That is the question many employees ask during the holiday season. In a recent survey from staffing firm Accountemps, the majority of human resources (HR) managers said it is acceptable for employees and managers to exchange presents in the office. Sixty-three percent of respondents noted it's appropriate for supervisors to give their … [Read more...] about Holiday gift-giving guide: office edition
Surveys find employees are shopping at work on Cyber Monday, but most will try to hide it
Take a look around at your office right now. Are your colleagues actually banging out a report or are they bargain hunting? According to a new survey of North American workers by staffing firm Robert Half Technology, there's a good chance it's the latter. Nearly half (49 percent) of respondents said they typically shop while in the office on Cyber Monday. And bosses may be … [Read more...] about Surveys find employees are shopping at work on Cyber Monday, but most will try to hide it
The new overtime rules are put on hold. What does that mean for you?
By Mike O'Brien bio As most of you know by now, I'm sure, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) has finalized a new Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) rule that, among other things, raises the minimum salary threshold required to qualify for a "white collar" overtime pay exemption to $47,476 per year, which is $913 per week. This basically doubles the minimum salary … [Read more...] about The new overtime rules are put on hold. What does that mean for you?
Model Section 1557 Civil Rights Grievance Procedure
Why you need this model policy and procedure: Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires covered entities to adopt safeguards to avoid discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in certain health programs and activities. One of those safeguards, which is set out in Section 92.7(b) of the ACA final rule, is to establish a … [Read more...] about Model Section 1557 Civil Rights Grievance Procedure