Planning a staff party can be a wonderful way to show appreciation, foster team spirit, and create lasting memories among your team. As a medical office manager, mid-November is the perfect time to ensure that all the essential elements are on track for a successful event during the holiday season. This checklist is designed to help you cover every detail, from venue and … [Read more...] about Mid-November Checklist for Your Staff Party
Purchasing and leasing
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
7 terms to include in your patient debt collection agency services contract
Outsourcing patient collections enables medical practices to generate needed cash flow and concentrate on clinical operations. That, at least, is the theory. But the strategy does not always work. One of the key factors of success is the actual services contract the medical practice signs with the agency. Many a medical practice has seen the anticipated benefits of outsourcing … [Read more...] about 7 terms to include in your patient debt collection agency services contract
Keep those payables paid with efficient procedures
Managing your medical office's financial obligations effectively not only ensures the smooth operation of your practice but also upholds its financial integrity. Here are the steps to establish efficient accounts payable procedures that help maintain financial stability, ensure compliance, and build strong vendor relationships. 1. Develop a Clear Accounts Payable Policy: … [Read more...] about Keep those payables paid with efficient procedures
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
How to negotiate the best possible purchasing agreements
Smart purchasing decisions help a medical practice run more efficiently, improve the practice's bottom line, and make your job easier. But what should you include in purchasing contracts and lease agreements? As important, how do you negotiate the best possible deal for the practice? Determining requirements Before you solicit bids or attempt to negotiate a contract, … [Read more...] about How to negotiate the best possible purchasing agreements
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
How to pick the right medical billing software
Medical billing software is a vital component of healthcare administration. It automates the billing process, reduces errors, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and facilitates quicker reimbursement from insurance companies and patients. The right software can save your practice time and money, allowing your staff to focus more on patient care. Key Considerations … [Read more...] about How to pick the right medical billing software
Why and how to review vendor contracts annually
As a medical office manager, ensuring the smooth operation of your practice involves a multitude of responsibilities. One crucial yet often overlooked task is the annual review of purchasing vendor contracts. This process is vital not only for maintaining cost efficiency but also for ensuring compliance, service quality, and adaptability to changing needs. Here’s why and how to … [Read more...] about Why and how to review vendor contracts annually