NHA Now

JUNE 30, 2025

Key Key Takeaways: Patients can bring difficult feelings into the clinic, sometimes because of diagnoses, or communication problems, or even issues at home. Mr. Doe is not feeling well, and has been waiting for his appointment for 20 minutes. We can’t control how our patients behave, but we can control how we react.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Collaboration Scheduling 52

CollaborateMD

MARCH 20, 2025

Here’s a breakdown of essential features of practice management systems : Patient Scheduling : Streamline efficient appointment booking while minimizing no-shows through automated reminders. Current data reveals that a healthcare practice’s average cost of a no-show appointment is around $200 per missed appointment.

Appointments 52

Appointments Billing Scheduling HIPAA 52

Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 15, 2024

Interprofessional collaboration has become increasingly important in today’s complex healthcare landscape, as teams of healthcare professionals working together can achieve greater efficiency, improved patient outcomes, and enhanced satisfaction for both staff and patients.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Collaboration Teamwork Medication 52

CollaborateMD

MAY 17, 2023

It was an enormous opportunity for us to take the stage and educate the audience on our unified communications platform, Updox! EHR vendors struggle to keep up with the ever-evolving regulatory landscape, leaving less time for innovation in patient and provider communications. Patients today are more informed than ever before.

Communication 52

Communication Triage Appointments Billing 52

Phlebotomy Careers

JUNE 23, 2025

Practise⁢ Good Communication: Develop excellent interpersonal⁢ skills to make patients comfortable. Afternoon: Label samples, process blood specimens, and collaborate with lab technicians. Reflect on the day’s work and prepare for tommorow’s appointments.

Certification 40

Certification Medical Terminology Sterilization Medical History 40

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Schedule appointments and answer phone calls. Patient Communication: Provide patients with information about medications and special diets. Afternoon: Follow-Up: Call patients to remind them of upcoming appointments. Verify patient insurance information and process any necessary paperwork.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Follow-Up 52

Health Populi

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Their recent announcement of a collaboration with Dollar General speaks to the growing role of self-care for all people. This is where the new OTC pain reliever safety quiz resides online: the heart of the Dollar General collaboration. Dr Wu has “opened the door” for greater collaborations on health education.

Collaboration 62

Collaboration Patient Experience Follow-Up Medication 62

Valant

JUNE 24, 2025

When selecting telehealth tools, think like a patient: intake forms need to be easy, appointment reminders should arrive on time, and session access should work on the first try. You need reliable systems for scheduling, billing, intake, and internal communication.

Documentation 52

Documentation HIPAA Scheduling Communication 52

Valant

AUGUST 20, 2024

Working with multiple patients at the same appointment affects everything from how you schedule sessions to how you take progress notes, and a system that runs smoothly makes for a better patient experience. Scheduling: You’ll collaborate with group members to select a meeting day and time that works for everyone.

Billing 105

Billing Documentation Scheduling Appointments 105

Health Populi

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

The top-demanded health consumer digital health applications included, The ability to find doctors and make appointments online, for 51% of people. The ability to complete any paperwork online in advance of my appointment, 49%. The ability to communicate electronically with my doctor via texting, email or social media, 48%.

Appointments 133

Appointments Follow-Up Collaboration Communication 133

Northwest Career College

APRIL 23, 2025

The dental administrative assistant typically collaborates with members of the dental team behind the scenes to ensure the smooth running of services. Dental Front Desk: This position requires excellent communication skills, as well as handling phone calls and numerous patient appointments throughout the day.

Administrative Work 40

Administrative Work Patient Records Scheduling Billing 40

Relias

AUGUST 22, 2022

Well-informed patient/client – Most people do research online before coming in for an appointment, often bringing others with them to advocate, ask questions, and help. You and the person you serve are a team, collaborating, communicating, researching, and determining what should come next. Learning how to learn.

Best Practices 105

Best Practices Collaboration Follow-Up Appointments 105

Health Populi

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Note in the chart the emerging trend by 2015 of PCPs emailing with patients and offering after-hours appointments. Primary care is performed and managed by a personal physician often collaborating with other health professionals, and utilizing consultation or referral as appropriate.

Patient Advocacy 144

Patient Advocacy Long Term Care Insurance HIPAA 144

Health Populi

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Using digital tech has improved consumers’ experiences with health care providers across a range of tasks: 53% told Philips it’s easier to schedule appointments, 47% think it’s easier to get test results, 42% receive appointment reminders, and 27% are able to monitor health indicators on their own.

Patient Experience 91

Patient Experience Collaboration Appointments Transfers 91

Arkenea

APRIL 8, 2025

The EMR operates as a centralized digital hub for healthcare providers, enabling them to manage patient records, schedule appointments, write prescriptions, and access diagnostic tools. Appointment and Scheduling Services With Allscripts EMR, practices can efficiently manage their daily schedules.

Billing 52

Billing Appointments Scheduling Patient Care 52

Arkenea

JUNE 9, 2025

Simply put, it’s the capability of different EHR systems to share, interpret, and collaboratively use data across various healthcare environments. It’s about enabling different EHR systems to communicate, exchange data, and use the information that has been exchanged. That’s where EHR interoperability comes in.

Unit Organization and Environment 52

Unit Organization and Environment Documentation Patient Satisfaction Certification 52

Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 12, 2022

A Magnet appointment is an investment into a safer physical work environment for the nurses. To succeed in health care, interdisciplinary communication and a collaborative mission of nursing practice can result in better partnerships with hospital leadership. Hospitals are constantly striving to improve patient safety.

Hospital 97

Hospital Patient Safety Discharges Appointments 97

Valant

AUGUST 1, 2024

Blog Mastering Automated Reminders for Better Patient Engagement Read More Grow Your Practice Leverage Your EHR To Grow Your Practice Learn More Pros of Working at a Group Practice Being part of a team can mean sharing administrative responsibilities, having a built-in patient base, and working in a collaborative environment.

Scheduling 97

Scheduling Collaboration Billing Patient Care 97

Top Practices

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It requires a dedicated and coordinated team of “professionals” to provide the best care for patients before their appointment, at their appointment and after their appointment. Encourage your team to communicate openly and honestly with one another. Moreover, it shows your team that their opinions are valued.

Teamwork 52

Teamwork Huddles/Rounds Appointments Communication 52

Scrubs

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Considerations for Choosing the Right Treatment Selecting the optimal glaucoma treatment is a collaborative decision with your eye doctor based on your unique needs. Open communication with your eye doctor is crucial to ensure your chosen therapy aligns with your situation and provides the best chance to effectively preserve vision.

Follow-Up 147

Follow-Up Medical History Scheduling Medication 147

MedCerts

JULY 3, 2024

Each office has unique needs, so part of your role might also include billing or patient communication — whether in person, by email or over the phone. Regardless of the specifics, you’ll collaborate with other team members to streamline office tasks and ensure patients, medical professionals and insurance companies are on the same page.

Medical Terminology 79

Medical Terminology Bookkeeping Billing Insurance 79

Northwest Suburban College

JULY 5, 2024

We will also examine how Northwest Suburban College’s dental assistant program emphasizes patient-centered care and communication, allowing graduates to excel in providing exceptional dental care experiences.

Patient Experience 52

Patient Experience Communication Vital Signs Collaboration 52

Practice Builders

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

It involves actively involving patients in their healthcare decisions, promoting collaboration, and enhancing communication. Demographic segmentation, based on factors like age, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status, helps tailor communication strategies.

Communication 52

Communication Patient Satisfaction Appointments Follow-Up 52

Prism Career Institute

JANUARY 20, 2025

When a patient comes to a medical appointment, medical assistants are one of the first people they interact with. Its especially important to establish trust with patients during these interactions because many can feel overwhelmed, anxious, or scared during medical appointments. This is essential for providing effective medical care.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Appointments Communication 52

Health Populi

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Convenience is the overwhelming advantage of virtual care among older people, with most folks concerned about the quality of the visit citing concerns about feeling “cared for,” (less) time spent with the doctor, and ability to communicate with the doctor.

Follow-Up 83

Follow-Up Appointments Collaboration Scheduling 83

Guideway Care

JULY 2, 2024

When patients are actively involved in their healthcare, they are more likely to follow prescribed treatments, attend regular medical appointments, and adhere to medication schedules. Fostering a Collaborative Healthcare Environment As a healthcare service, engaging patients contributes to a more collaborative healthcare environment.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Patient Satisfaction Collaboration Communication 52

Valant

MAY 2, 2024

An EHR makes administrative tasks, such as appointment scheduling and billing, faster and easier. EHRs facilitate better communication and coordination among each patient’s whole care team, improving collaboration and continuity of care.

Documentation 102

Documentation Patient Care Billing Insurance 102

Arkenea

JULY 12, 2024

A referral process involves obtaining patient information such as insurance details, and demographics; also scheduling appointments. A referral system improves communication between providers and patients, and maintains continuity of treatment. percent CAGR between 2022 to 2030 ).

Medication 52

Medication Follow-Up Appointments Tests 52

CollaborateMD

JUNE 18, 2024

Engaged patients participate in their care by working collaboratively with providers to make informed decisions about their treatment. RELATED ARTICLE: The Top Features and Benefits of Telemedicine Technology Telehealth is the use of digital communication technologies for remote healthcare services. They don’t tune out.

Appointments 52

Appointments Scheduling Patient Satisfaction Communication 52

CollaborateMD

APRIL 18, 2025

Partner with tech providers : Collaborate with companies offering analytics platforms or wearable devices to explore innovative solutions tailored to your practice. This solution uses advanced real-time analytics to enhance patient data management, billing processes, effective care coordination, and communication.

Patient Care 52

Patient Care Diagnostics Vital Signs Admissions 52

Medical Advantage

MARCH 28, 2024

Appointment reminders: Appointment reminders help optimize the use of healthcare resources and minimize wasted time due to no-shows. Patients have come to expect appointment reminders. Personalized digital communications: Communications can be tailored to fit each patient’s unique needs and preferences.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Appointments Communication Scheduling 52

Valant

MARCH 30, 2024

Comprehensive documentation also facilitates communication and collaboration among members of a patient’s whole treatment team. Treatment goals: Collaborating with patients to establish treatment goals and expectations empowers them to take an active role in their journey. These should facilitate open and honest communication.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Medical History Communication Documentation 52

Practice Builders

APRIL 11, 2024

Previous Negative Experience: Past experiences, such as incorrect diagnoses, a lack of empathy, or poor communication, can have a significant negative influence on patient trust in healthcare. Effective communication is the cornerstone of patient-centric care, acting as a stabilizing force in doctor-patient trust.

Patient Satisfaction 59

Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance Teamwork 59

ACI Medical & Dental School

MARCH 9, 2024

Scheduling patient appointments. Organizational skills to manage appointments, medical records, and administrative tasks efficiently. Medical Terminology: Familiarity with medical terminology and abbreviations to accurately transcribe dictations, understand patient conditions, and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.

Medical Secretary 52

Medical Secretary Medication Medical Terminology Problem Solving Skills 52

Health Populi

MARCH 13, 2024

Dr. Halamka is President of CHAI, and Dr. Brian Anderson was appointed the CEO this month following many years of leadership in responsible AI work. Enter Microsoft Copilot collaborating with Epic, the largest EHR supplier, and provider organizations that have adopted Epic.

Collaboration 108

Collaboration Best Practices Triage Follow-Up 108

Practice Builders

MARCH 28, 2024

Healthcare performance metrics, such as appointment wait times, treatment turnaround times, and resource utilization efficiency, offer concrete benchmarks for medical practices to optimize their processes. Including patient-reported outcomes in healthcare performance measurement ensures interventions align with patient goals.

Patient Satisfaction 59

Patient Satisfaction Emergency Response Collaboration Communication 59

Health Populi

MAY 25, 2021

Those virtual care stories were based on interviews with a range of providers and industry representatives, shown in the graphic labelled “collaborators.” Access to care, covering both availability (e.g.,

Follow-Up 83

Follow-Up Appointments Collaboration Communication 83