Five Tips for Patient Scheduling Around the Holidays
The logistics of patient scheduling can be difficult enough any time of year. At the holidays, the odd hours and closures can make it particularly tricky to maintain both efficiency and high standards for patient care. These tips should help relieve some of the burden. Confirm Work Schedules First Before scheduling patients, make sure you […]
Do Your Staff Policies Cover Holiday Absences?
The holidays are a busy time and especially popular with employees requesting time off to enjoy the season. While your policy may be to allow employees time off during this time, unexpected absences due to illness and family emergencies can occur leaving your office short handed. If your medical practice relies on prompt communication to […]
Holiday Lunch Party Ideas and Tips
Trying to get your business through the holiday season without breaking the bank or coming across as Ebenezer Scrooge? It is possible with a few tips and tricks to keep you out of the holiday red. Hosting an at-office party? Call the caterer. At or after work catered meals cost less than restaurant or banquet […]
What About a Staff Christmas Party, Should You Have One?
As the year comes to a close, it’s become a tradition with many medical practices and other companies to hold a Christmas party. The celebration is a nice way to share the spirit of the season and show appreciation for your staff and their hard work. Some businesses have chosen to forgo these annual parties […]
Should You Consider Dropping Medicaid Patients?
Has the onset of the Affordable Care Act caused you to revisit your policy on accepting Medicaid patients? Newly-eligible individuals and families now have the security of medical coverage, but the increase in patient volume has ramifications for a practice’s manpower and finances. If you are trying to decide whether or not you should stop […]
