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

Mobius MD

MARCH 14, 2025

For the average PCP seeing 20 patients per day, that adds up to over 13 hours per week. Forwarding urgent messages to a triage nurse can help determine whether a patient needs an appointment, urgent care, or an ER visit. Standardized message templates can speed up replies to common inquiries, like prescription refills and test results.

Huddles/Rounds

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

Northwest Career College

APRIL 9, 2025

This post will consider five SMART goals each Medical Assistant can follow in practice. Specific: I will improve my communication in patient relationships by practicing active listening and clear explanations during appointments. SMART originally stood fo r Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Medical Assistant

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

To take action, follow up promptly on overdue accounts, review and optimize your billing processes to reduce delays, and consider implementing automated reminders for patients and insurance companies. Our team will set up a meeting to discuss how we can maximize your revenue by cutting costs, saving time, and collecting more!

Medication

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

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. Less clicking, more connecting Three out of four respondents (77%) said their appointments lasted less than 15 minutes on average. It also presents a business case.

Appointments

Northwest Career College

JULY 15, 2025

You’ll use these words daily, from scheduling patients to handling phone calls and working with insurance. Patient and Appointment Terms You’ll often hear terms like “ new patient ” or “ established patient.” You’ll use this information when scheduling or checking someone in.

Medical Administrative Assistant

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

Arkenea

JUNE 20, 2025

From patient scheduling and registration through denial management and appeals, we examine each component in detail, highlighting best practices, implementation strategies, and optimization opportunities that can drive significant improvements in financial performance and operational efficiency.

Documentation

Northwest Career College

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In the modern world, several apps make the life of a radiography technician easier and speed up his or her work. You can also use the Radiology Toolbox to access critical medical imaging guidelines and ensure you follow best practices. Shifts Planner is a simple application that tracks working hours, shifts, and appointments.

Scheduling

Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 8, 2025

Convenience: Mobile‌ blood‍ collection and flexible hours⁣ make scheduling easier. 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.

Tests

Prism Career Institute

JULY 7, 2025

While talking up strengths is important, so is acknowledging weaknesses. Interviewers ask this question to make sure a candidate understands the law and that they’ll be committed to following it as they work. 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

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.

Appointments

NHA Now

JUNE 30, 2025

Doe is not feeling well, and has been waiting for his appointment for 20 minutes. The clinic’s jam-packed schedule and staffing difficulties means Mr. Doe waits again in his room before seeing a nurse or doctor. When the phlebotomist calls him up, he lashes out. Eventually, he is called in. You people are so slow!

Follow-Up

Medical Economics

JUNE 16, 2025

Same outcomes, less time Researchers enrolled 120 Dutch patients scheduled for complex abdominal procedures, including liver and pancreatic surgeries. Patients who used virtual consults saved an average of two hours per appointment, mostly by avoiding travel and waiting time. What did change? Time, money and environmental impact.

Patient Satisfaction

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. A dip in visits, or a pileup of unworked RVUs, flags scheduling chokepoints or understaffed roles before your revenue feels the hit. Record your own!

Communication

Arkenea

JUNE 27, 2025

In the recent past, thousands of people took virtual appointments, online consultation grew, and families were not allowed to be next to you even if you were giving birth or going for major surgeries. So, avoid jumping the crucial steps and try to answer the following questions: What is the current market size?

HIPAA

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Students interested in becoming Medical Assistants are often curious about what the work schedule will be like. Read on for a detailed breakdown of a Medical Assistants typical schedule. What Is The Typical Work Schedule For A Medical Assistant? Part-Time Schedule: Hours: Can range from 20 to 30 hours per week.

Medical Assistant

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

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

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

Mobius MD

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Triage Patient Communication Chatbots are very good at answering routine questions, triaging symptoms, and helping patients schedule appointments based on urgency. Using AI to direct patients to the right resources leads to fewer unnecessary appointments and a more efficient workflow for doctors.

Triage

Arkenea

JULY 23, 2025

These components must support ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems while applying complex billing rules and fee schedules. These connections typically operate on batch schedules but may include real-time components for critical financial data. Uptime and availability requirements typically specify 99.9%

Billing

Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 14, 2025

Flexible Scheduling: Appointment​ options tailored to patient needs, including walk-in services. Convenience: Easy appointment scheduling and mobile services for all patients. Practical tips for a Successful Blood Draw Stay well-hydrated before your appointment to make veins more accessible.

Appointments

Practice Builders

APRIL 11, 2025

Incorrect diagnoses, surgical errors, and medication mix-ups often result from delayed or unclear communication. Practice the following: Standardized protocols, such as SBAR (Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation) for concise team briefings. Sending reminders about appointments, test results, or preventive measures.

Communication

A Young Doctor's Journey

MARCH 10, 2025

The prep/lead-up: For me, it started with a video visit with the fertility doctor, and the following day I went into the office for a physical, initial bloodwork (hormone panel, as well as basics) and an ultrasound. Finally, it was approved, and I was to pick up my meds so that we could start! Mon (day 1!):

Medication

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 9, 2025

Appointment Management: Scheduling appointments, managing follow-up visits, and sometimes handling billing and insurance paperwork. Organizational Skills: Efficient in managing multiple tasks, such as scheduling appointments and maintaining records.

Medical Assistant

Mobius MD

MARCH 26, 2025

While convenient for patients, many providers struggle to keep up with a high volume of electronic messages. How Providers Can Help: Proactive outreach: Set up automated reminders or request staff follow-ups to reconnect with patients. During the pandemic, providers quickly adapted to unprecedented challenges.

Communication

The Healthcare Blog

JANUARY 27, 2025

One morning, you wake up to a missed call and a voicemail from your PR leader. You follow up and learn that this wasnt just any employee. You learn that her husband tried calling the behavioral health department to make his wife an appointment, only to be told that the soonest they could get her in would be 6 weeks.

Discharges

CollaborateMD

MARCH 7, 2025

Some benefits of automation in healthcare include: Improving patient scheduling and lessening the load of clerical work. 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. Reducing no-shows.

Billing

Doximity

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

It keeps patients on schedule and has significantly reduced no-shows. 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.

Follow-Up

Relias

MAY 7, 2025

This definition encompasses every digital and physical touchpoint a patient has within the healthcare system, from scheduling appointments to receiving treatment and follow-up care.

Patient Experience

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

JUNE 9, 2025

Daily Dive M-F Payer Weekly Every Wednesday IT Weekly Every Thursday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. 4: AI Will Improve Your Patients’ Experience Patients today are tech-savvy and expect their healthcare to be able to keep up with a fast-paced world. Follow the changes here.

Follow-Up

Accepted Blog

MARCH 11, 2025

The students are broken up into 16 groups. So it’s been moved up a bit. So the basic science portion goes up to the winter break, and then they start the block system which we had before. So, but the cost does end up. It’s very, very much focused on small group learning. It’s working out very well.

Medication

Medical Economics

JULY 24, 2025

In 2024 Medicare spent $83 billion on rebates for some form of supplemental benefits, representing more money than Medicare spent on the entire the entire Physician Fee Schedule. Physicians and other clinicians also make up an important stakeholder group in MA. To improve the program, seniors should have more choices for care.

Insurance