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 52

Documentation Billing Scheduling Insurance 52

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.

Follow-Up 73

Follow-Up Appointments Physical Exams Vital Signs 73

CollaborateMD

JUNE 25, 2025

Once your practice reaches a certain size, juggling daily tasks like scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, managing patient communication, and ensuring accurate billing can become frustratingly complex and slow down operations. Schedule a demo today to see how CollaborateMD can help your enterprise thrive.

Patient Care 52

Patient Care Billing Patient Satisfaction Appointments 52

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. While these responsibilities tend to take place in the background, they serve an important purpose.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Follow-Up Bookkeeping 52

The HIPAA Journal

MARCH 28, 2025

Concord Orthopaedics, New Hampshire Concord Orthopaedics in New Hampshire has started notifying certain patients about a security incident at a third-party vendor used to check in patients for appointments. Drivers license numbers or state identification numbers were involved for a portion of the affected individuals.

Appointments 51

Appointments HIPAA Insurance Billing 51

Health Prime

MARCH 21, 2024

The revenue cycle in healthcare refers to the entire process of managing the financial aspects of patient care, from the initial appointment scheduling to the final payment received for services rendered. By confirming insurance details beforehand, providers can avoid claim denials and ensure a smoother reimbursement process.

Medication 105

Medication Billing Follow-Up Appointments 105

Mobius MD

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Gather patient information before the appointment One of the simplest ways to reduce patient wait times is by preventing delays at check-in. Does your office staff gather insurance information and patient history when scheduling? Here are ten practical strategies for reducing patient wait times at your practice.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Appointments Medical History Patient Experience 52

Health Prime

MAY 16, 2024

Clear and concise communication about billing procedures, insurance coverage, and out-of-pocket expenses can eliminate uncertainties and foster trust. When patients are well-informed about their financial responsibilities, it enhances their overall experience and contributes to a positive perception of your healthcare facility.

Patient Experience 105

Patient Experience Billing Appointments Patient Satisfaction 105

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. Billing and Claims Management : Ensure smooth processes for medical billing , insurance claims, and payment collection.

Appointments 52

Appointments Billing Scheduling HIPAA 52

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

It categorizes unpaid patient invoices and insurance claims by age, typically in 30-day increments. 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.

Medication 52

Medication Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Health Prime

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Inaccurate information can include: Incorrect personal details Outdated insurance data Incomplete medical histories These errors in data entry can result in claim denials from insurance companies, leading to payment delays and financial losses for the practice.

Medication 52

Medication Patient Satisfaction Communication Insurance 52

Northwest Career College

JUNE 17, 2025

But what if you’re more of a people manager and want to manage clinics, schedules, and paperwork? People in these positions are concerned with scheduling, billing, and record management. They file and process insurance claims to ensure that providers receive payment. That’s where healthcare administration comes in.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Scheduling Appointments Tests 40

Phlebotomy Careers

JULY 8, 2025

Confirm Pricing and Insurance Compatibility: ⁣Ensure transparency on costs and acceptance‍ of your insurance plan. Convenience: Mobile‌ blood‍ collection and flexible hours⁣ make scheduling easier. Read reviews and testimonials: Customer feedback provides insight into the quality of service and patient care.

Diagnostics 40

Diagnostics Tests Sterilization Scheduling 40

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.

Appointments 58

Appointments Documentation Patient Support Communication 58

Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Some of the work activities include: Appointment Setting Managed patient records and ensured they were up-to-date. Handled all insurance forms and also billing-related processes. Scheduler: This is organizing appointments and seeing an office running on schedule.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Problem Solving Skills Billing 40

Northwest Career College

MAY 25, 2025

A Dental Administrative Assistant plays a vital role in the flow of a dental office: from patient schedules to necessary paperwork, they handle many things. This entails managing appointments, handling patient records, and ensuring everything runs on time. You must learn how to bill the correct codes for treatments and procedures.

Customer Service 40

Customer Service Billing Scheduling Appointments 40

CollaborateMD

JUNE 20, 2025

With a platform that collects and connects data across billing, scheduling, clinical care, and patient communication, CollaborateMD allows your staff to focus on delivering better outcomes while we handle the behind-the-scenes complexities. CollaborateMD was built with integration in mind.

Billing 52

Billing Appointments Collaboration Patient Safety 52

A Young Doctor's Journey

MARCH 10, 2025

Does insurance cover it? Of note, my insurance company initially declined the claim and my fertility team had to appeal, so this was the longest part of the process (about four weeks). We set an approximate date for the start time, and my fertility team started the prior authorization for the insurance company. Mon (day 1!):

Medication 52

Medication Appointments Follow-Up Insurance 52

Northwest Suburban College

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The instructors at Northwest Suburban College show students how to manage efficient scheduling because it is essential. Dental assistants coordinate appointments to prevent conflicts and minimize wait times, enhancing patient satisfaction. Handling billing and insurance claims is indispensable.

Patient Records 52

Patient Records Patient Satisfaction Communication Continuing Education 52

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 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Follow-Up 52

Sensible Medicine

JULY 19, 2024

It is deducted from our paycheck as health insurance and as state and Medicare taxes. It is also raised indirectly through employer contributions to health insurance premiums. Not only is our behavior at a doctor’s visit driven by our socialization; it is affected by everything else happening at a given appointment.

Insurance 207

Insurance Appointments Medication Scheduling 207

Scrubs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

At the same time, they manage administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, and maintaining patient records. This knowledge is essential for accurately handling patient records, insurance claims, and other healthcare-related documents.

Medical Assistant 147

Medical Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Medical Terminology 147

Phlebotomy Careers

JUNE 22, 2025

Medical assistants are multi-taskers, handling a variety‍ of ​duties that range from ‍taking patient histories to ​managing ‌appointments and billing. One particular day,⁤ Lisa⁤ successfully coordinated a follow-up appointment while managing an urgent ‌patient need.

Medical Assistant 40

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Certification 40

Health Prime

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Mental health providers must ensure they use the correct diagnosis and procedure codes when submitting claims to insurance companies. Clear and detailed records of each session, including treatment plans, progress notes, and outcomes, support insurance claims and ensure care continuity.

Billing 97

Billing Medical Coding Documentation Insurance 97

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 52

Medication Follow-Up Patient Satisfaction Appointments 52

Health Populi

JUNE 10, 2024

Health insurance plans make mainstream media news every week, whether coverage deals with the cost of a plan, the cost of out-of-network care, prior authorizations, or cybersecurity and ransomware attacks, among other front-page issues. Confronting and addressing access and health equity.

Insurance 71

Insurance Patient Experience Hospital Best Practices 71

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 52

Billing Appointments Patient Satisfaction Follow-Up 52

Northwest Career College

JUNE 24, 2025

It’s also about booking appointments, updating files, and keeping everything in order. Practice in our simulated dental front office classrooms, where you build skills in scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and processing insurance claims.

Scheduling 40

Scheduling Certification Appointments Transfers 40

Prism Career Institute

JULY 7, 2025

An interviewer will want to evaluate a candidate’s knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). A physician may also give them an upsetting diagnosis during an appointment, or they can be dealing with a severe long-term health condition. How Do You Protect the Rights and Privacy of Patients?

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Bookkeeping HIPAA 52

Health Populi

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Most health consumers expect providers to communicate about routine health care helping them track lab results, recommend and schedule preventive tests and screenings, text or online chat between appointments, and send reminders about taking medicines.

Patient Experience 125

Patient Experience Communication Scheduling Appointments 125

DrChrono

OCTOBER 29, 2011

We now have fee schedules and balance billing controls for our medical billing customers. Fee schedules can be accessed at the bottom of the billing center here if you are logged in. Fee schedules allow different default prices for different payer id’s (determined by the primary insurance company of the patient for the appointment.)

Scheduling 40

Scheduling Billing Appointments Insurance 40

Phlebotomy Careers

JUNE 21, 2025

Job ⁢Flexibility: Opportunities for part-time, full-time, or alternative schedules. Choosing a career in phlebotomy offers several advantages: High Demand: Constant need across hospitals, clinics, laboratories,‍ and blood banks. Relatively Short ⁤Training: Certification programs⁢ typically range from a few months to a year.

Certification 40

Certification Diagnostics Scheduling Hospital 40

Northwest Career College

APRIL 23, 2025

Most of their tasks involve handling patient records and managing insurance claims to ensure smooth dentist scheduling. A dental front desk ‘s fundamental roles and responsibilities involve addressing patients, scheduling appointments, responding to telephone calls, and assisting in check-in and checkout procedures.

Administrative Work 40

Administrative Work Patient Records Scheduling Billing 40

Health Prime

MARCH 6, 2024

Additionally, it allows patients to: Access their medical records Schedule appointments Receive important updates This seamless communication fosters patient engagement , leading to increased satisfaction and loyalty. This streamlines the check-in process during appointments and minimizes the need for paper-based administrative tasks.

Communication 98

Communication HIPAA Appointments Billing 98

Scrubs

JANUARY 4, 2024

On top of this, most online retailers accept insurance plans as payment options, allowing nurses the option of an affordable, more convenient shopping experience despite busy schedules and tight budgets.

Tests 147

Tests Follow-Up Appointments Scheduling 147

Health Populi

JULY 29, 2022

In another factor to add into the retail health landscape, Dollar General (DG) the 80-year old retailer known for selling low-priced fast-moving consumer goods in peoples’ neighborhoods appointed a healthcare advisory panel this week. Here’s another lens on the Optum health consumer data.

Appointments 87

Appointments Follow-Up Scheduling Insurance 87

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. You suspect that unless his mood and his feelings are addressed, this is going to be a difficult appointment.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Collaboration Scheduling 52