Northwest Career College

APRIL 9, 2025

This post will consider five SMART goals each Medical Assistant can follow in practice. Enhance Patient Communication Good communication skills will help the Medical Assistant build trust and ensure patients understand their treatment plans. Time-bound: I will strive to develop my communication skills in the next three months.

Medical Assistant

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Enhancing the patient experience includes improving healthcare equity, access to care, communication, and patient outcomes and safety. Use pre-visit planning and pre-appointment lab testing to reduce time wasted on the review of follow-up results.

Documentation

Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 14, 2025

Patient Interaction and Care Welcoming Patients: ‌Phlebotomists are often‌ the first healthcare personnel patients ⁣interact with during blood draw appointments, requiring a friendly and professional attitude. Sample Labeling: Properly labeling blood samples instantly after collection to avoid mix-ups.

Sterilization

Medical Economics

JULY 1, 2025

Patients are comfortable with AI in operational tasks like prescription refills and appointment scheduling but wary of its role in diagnosis and treatment. Trust in AI requires clear communication, with patients preferring direct information from physicians about AI's role in their care. It also presents a business case.

Appointments

Phlebotomy Careers

JUNE 21, 2025

Phlebotomy Training Programs Training programs are ‌available through community ⁤colleges, technical schools, and healthcare institutions.‌ Her attention to detail prevents sample mix-ups, facilitating accurate diagnosis. By the end of her day, Sarah has helped dozens of ⁢patients, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience.

Certification

Mobius MD

MARCH 14, 2025

For the average PCP seeing 20 patients per day, that adds up to over 13 hours per week. How to Take Control of Your EHR Inbox Whether your goal is to reclaim time or improve patient communication, these 14 tipsinspired by Jay Winner, MD will help. Using templates will make your communication more consistent and efficient.

Huddles/Rounds

Physicians Practice

AUGUST 11, 2025

Smarter tech, service skills, and visible follow-through—three steps to happier patients For more bite-size practice tips and tricks make sure you visit PhysiciansPractice.com. Use warm handoffs, and set standards like phones answered within three rings and portal messages returned within one business day.

De-Escalation

Physicians Practice

JULY 23, 2025

Hey there folks, my name is Keith Reynolds, I’m the editor of Physicians Practice and for today’s P2 Management Minute let’s size up staff productivity in just three data-driven steps. Learn how to track, benchmark, and act on each KPI in this quick P2 Management Minute. Start with what patients feel.

Billing

We Care Online

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Source: Pixabay The Rise of Digital Healthcare Platforms With the widespread adoption of smartphones and internet access, patients are increasingly using digital tools to seek information, schedule appointments, and consult healthcare providers.

Medication

We Care Online

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Convenience and Time Savings Telehealth appointments save time for both patients and healthcare providers. Rather than sitting in a waiting room or spending hours commuting to and from appointments, patients can log into a video call from their home, office, or even while traveling. which ensures that patient information is protected.

Appointments

Prism Career Institute

MAY 6, 2025

It’s also crucial to maintain patient confidentiality and follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. They also may work with a patient to schedule any follow-up appointments. This can be done by having up-to-date documentation, such as a CPR certification.

Medical Assistant

Prism Career Institute

JULY 1, 2025

Closely following the evolution of their industry can help these medical professionals have long careers providing effective patient care. Practical nurses continue to use this technology to assist patients with limited mobility, who are far from a healthcare venue, or who prefer having an appointment from the comfort of home.

Appointments

Prism Career Institute

JULY 7, 2025

Being a people person, using effective communication practices, or being a team player fits well within typical medical assistant responsibilities. While talking up strengths is important, so is acknowledging weaknesses. Interviewers ask candidates about their shortcomings to determine their self-awareness and willingness to improve.

Medical Assistant

Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 29, 2025

Performing a phlebotomy ‌EKG offers several advantages: time-saving: Conducting both procedures during a single​ appointment reduces multiple visits for the patient. Here are some practical tips: Coordinate the order: Usually, perform ‌the EKG frist to avoid movement during blood ‌draw, but ⁣follow your facility’s protocol.

EKG / ECG

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. When the phlebotomist calls him up, he lashes out. You people are so slow!

Follow-Up

Relias

JUNE 3, 2025

Healthcare providers are no strangers to service challenges missed appointments, long wait times, communication breakdowns, or billing confusion are part of the everyday operational landscape. Establish clear workflows that outline who receives alerts, who follows up, and how to document resolution efforts.

Best Practices

Northwest Career College

JUNE 29, 2025

Anxiety Management in the Patient Most patients fear needles, and that makes them tighten up or even faint; hence, the procedure may be quite tricky. Solution : Clear Communication: Explain the process step by step and reassure the patient. Warm up the area by dilating the veins, making the insertion smooth.

Sterilization

Relias

MAY 19, 2025

Healthcare providers are no strangers to service challenges missed appointments, long wait times, communication breakdowns, or billing confusion are part of the everyday operational landscape. Establish clear workflows that outline who receives alerts, who follows up, and how to document resolution efforts.

Best Practices

Walker Info - Patient Experience

JANUARY 20, 2025

Effective communication from providers correlates to stronger adherence to medical advice and treatment plans, especially for patients with chronic conditions. This encompasses both major and minor interactions from provider communication to hospital stays and even parking availability. No touchpoint is too small for inclusion.

Patient Experience

Arkenea

AUGUST 9, 2025

Improved Patient Outcomes and Safety Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association shows that optimized EHR workflows can reduce medical errors by up to 40%. This improvement stems from better information accessibility, reduced communication gaps, and more effective clinical decision support integration.

Documentation

Arkenea

JUNE 20, 2025

Advanced Scheduling Optimization Contemporary EHR scheduling modules incorporate sophisticated algorithms that optimize appointment scheduling based on provider availability, patient preferences, clinical requirements, and revenue considerations.

Documentation

Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 8, 2025

Practical Tips for a Successful Blood Draw Experience Preparing⁤ for your upcoming phlebotomy appointment can make the process smoother: Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of​ water beforehand to make veins more accessible. Wear Appropriate Clothing: Opt for sleeves that can be easily rolled up.

Diagnostics

Phlebotomy Careers

JUNE 21, 2025

Stay Informed: Keep up with the latest procedures and regulations in phlebotomy. Develop Good Patient ⁤Skills: Be compassionate, patient, and clear in communication. Here’s a ‌step-by-step guide: Enroll in an accredited phlebotomy training program.

Certification

Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Some of the work activities include: Appointment Setting Managed patient records and ensured they were up-to-date. Entry-level positions may include the following: Receptionist: Managed the front desk and greeted patients. Scheduler: This is organizing appointments and seeing an office running on schedule.

Medical Administrative Assistant

Valant

JUNE 18, 2025

When searching for AI solutions to integrate into your workflow, look for products that are built with the following in mind: Behavioral health vs. generic healthcare Facility type: inpatient vs. outpatient Client type: demographics, diagnosis, solo vs. group treatment, etc. Which tasks pile up and hang over your head?

Documentation

Physicians Practice

JUNE 20, 2025

Neil Baum, MD Successful practices do not follow others; rather, they make their own paths and follow their own pathways and agendas. Reynolds Blog Article Innovative medical practices thrive by embracing change, prioritizing patient care and learning from setbacks to enhance success and satisfaction.

Billing

Arkenea

JULY 23, 2025

HL7 FHIR has emerged as the standard for healthcare data exchange, enabling real-time bidirectional communication between billing systems and clinical applications. The system should automatically check patient eligibility when appointments are scheduled and identify services requiring prior authorization.

Billing

Health Prime

JANUARY 1, 2025

This information should be verified before every appointment to avoid inaccurate data that could lead to payment delays. Delegating enrollment services lets professionals manage the paperwork, submissions, and follow-ups, ensuring your practice complies with different payer requirements. Reach us at sales@hpiinc.com.

Billing

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Schedule appointments and answer phone calls. Patient Communication: Provide patients with information about medications and special diets. Educate patients about managing their health conditions and following physician instructions. Afternoon: Follow-Up: Call patients to remind them of upcoming appointments.

Medical Assistant

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Specifically, we’ll discuss how AI can: Automate Clinical Documentation Support Clinical Decision-Making Triage Patient Communication Diagnose Medical Images Automate Routine Tasks Each topic includes a Software Spotlight, highlighting practical tools that illustrate AI’s impact in real-world settings.

Triage

Mobius MD

MARCH 26, 2025

Still, we continue to feel the pandemics impact on many aspects of American society, including physician-patient communication. Observing how patient interactions have changed can help healthcare providers continue to practice excellent communication while delivering exceptional care.

Communication

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 9, 2025

Appointment Management: Scheduling appointments, managing follow-up visits, and sometimes handling billing and insurance paperwork. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults. Being able to explain medical terms and procedures in a simple, clear manner is crucial.

Medical Assistant

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. Task Automation : Simplify repetitive tasks such as sending reminders, generating reports, or follow-ups with automation.

Appointments

Physicians Practice

AUGUST 1, 2025

Submit through the first appeal level, log every email, and follow up until you get a verdict. Appeal quickly, appeal smartly Check each payer’s manual, then draft a tight letter with claim number, DOS, and proof—chart notes, test results, everything.

Billing

CollaborateMD

MARCH 7, 2025

Automation tools like RPA in healthcare can handle repetitive tasks like data entry and insurance claim processing to free up valuable time and reduce administrative burden. Improved Efficiency and Accuracy The American Medical Association (AMA) estimates that up to 12% of medical claims are submitted with inaccurate codes.

Billing

Arkenea

AUGUST 10, 2025

This accelerated the demand for incorporating a telehealth solution so that patients in remote locations can book virtual appointments with specialists thousands of miles away, balancing supply and demand. Talk to us today about any of the following advanced telehealth solutions or another specific requirement that you may have.

Triage

Doximity

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

My favorite feature is the call nudgeafter sending the text invite, I can seamlessly follow up with a call during the visit to ensure my patients join the video appointment. These features are thoughtfully designed to simplify communication, enabling me to efficiently deliver high-quality care both in the office and remotely.

Follow-Up