Practice Management

Dual-energy x-ray absorpitometry to assess bone density isn't new. What is new is that advancing technology and falling costs make it feasible for more practices to offer the service, even with uncertainty about future reimbursement rates.

Planned Parenthood is suing to stop Texas from enforcing a new rule that excludes it from a Medicaid program.

Thinking about consolidating your student loan? Discover the advantages and disadvantages.

With more patients paying for service in cash, your practice could benefit from a cash management policy. See what you should keep in mind when setting one up.

Does your landlord want to raise the rent for your practice's office? Here are a few ways to get more out of the deal.

Wishing you could consolidate some of your medical school loans? The federal government is making it easier now than ever before.

The topic of raises will come up from time to time in your practice. Learn why you shouldn't just ignore or give in to requests.

Find out how you can easily document employment at a nonprofit to take advantage of a loan forgiveness program.

In a world where doctors must focus on revenue and the role of the primary care provider becomes confined, the author learns from her mentor that compassionate care still matters.

Is your practice having some collection issues? Discover why clearly explaining your policies early and often can make a difference.

Consumer Reports has published ratings of physician practices in Massachusetts. See what it takes to get to the top of the list before the survey comes to your state.

Healthcare spending is expected to grow at historically low rates next year, according to a new survey. Find out the reasons behind the trend, including the fastest-growing area of medical costs.

You can only call yourself board-eligible for a limited period of time now. Find out what the new rules are--and the penalties you'll incur if you don't follow them.

Six months ago, the Medical Economics EHR Best Practices Study launched, enrolling 32 physicians and 9 vendors. The most recent survey results show some surprising expenses you might not have thought about before.

Want to use some of your childrens' 529 funds to help fund your grandchildrens' 529 plans? Learn how you can.

Even in these difficult economic times, it can be hard to find good personnel. Find out how a thorough review of your practice's compensation plan can make hiring easier.

Frustrated by billing and collection issues in your practice? See how you can cut down on cash flow problems.

You already know patients have conflicting feelings about being told how to live healthier lives. Those same feelings apply to laws aimed at helping people make healthier choices.

Buying a practice is a big commitment. Find out what will happen if you take the plunge.

The number of physicians working part time has grown rapidly in recent years, according to a joint survey by the physician employment search firm Cejka Search and the American Medical Group Association (AMGA).

Medicare's idea that paying hospitals based on how they perform does not lead to fewer deaths, according to a new study, refuting a commonly held belief in the reimbursement industry.

One doctor says that the large number of unnecessary diagnostic tests have caused healthcare costs to increase and offers his insight into how to fix the system.

It's important to keep tabs on your retirement accounts when making a job transition. See what you need to think about when moving from a solo practice to a hospital system.

The Magnolia State may take an unusual step to increase it's primary care workforce.

It's easy to put off updating your practice's office procedures manual. Here's why you should keep it up-to-date.

Medical Economics strives to provide the tools to build your practice. See what we've done and what we have in store.

You and other physicians likely will face a bureaucratic "perfect storm" next year: deadlines for ICD-10 transition, e-prescribing, electronic health records, and the Physician Quality Reporting System-along with a reduction in Medicare reimbursement.

Feeling the pinch of overhead expenses in your practice? Learn how you can ease the financial strain.

If you find yourself working longer hours for less money, these physician-entrepreneurs have a suggestion: Start an occupational medicine practice. Here's how they did it.

With one organization decrying delays and another supporting a different system entirely, time has not quelled the debate. Find out who's saying what.