For medical groups, the last few years have been tumultuous with the shift to value-based care. In response to these shifts, medical groups should focus on five key areas.
As you've likely learned, the Medicare Access & CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (“MACRA”) intends to reform Medicare payments to physicians over the next several years via two pathways.
Read MoreHistorically, practices have been very physician-centric in the way they operate, from scheduling appointments to physical exams. Yet patients are increasingly demanding greater access and m...
Read MoreThis article addresses several important questions about evolving physician reimbursement structures and provides guidance on how to succeed under the new programs.
Read MoreA 300 provider multispecialty medical group wanted to assess opportunities to improve financial and operational performance as well as patient and physician satisfaction by improving efficiencies, redesigning care delivery models, and restructuring scheduling.
A 400-provider multispecialty medical group wanted to reevaluate its care delivery models and restructure the clinic scheduling template within its surgical practices as a result of long patient cycle times.
In anticipation of its continued growth, this large health system wanted to understand the operational performance of its foundation and regional medical groups as well as its scalability for the future.
A comprehensive work flow assessment of a large independent primary care medical group in representative clinics throughout the country resulted in identified potential impact of an average of 1 hour per day per physician in time savings.
As we kick off 2018, we examine some new trends for physician practices, including two fundamental issues driving these trends: high healthcare expenses and the fact that physician practices...
Read MoreMany healthcare organizations desire to infuse a robust innovation culture into their organizations that can rapidly take their great ideas and turn them into successful new businesses.
Read MoreAdapting to the current healthcare environment for most medical groups may feel like a house of cards, each card representing a different initiative precariously stacked, one on top of the o...
Read MoreTo succeed in emerging payment models, providers must cooperate to improve patient outcomes and control costs. This requires not just new workflows, but a new provider culture.
Read MoreNot only does a lack of patient access impact the ability to provide quality care, but it also impacts your financial performance.
Read MoreMACRA replaces several Medicare reporting systems and creates two new programs: the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System and Advanced Payment Models. Here are 10 actions your group should be...
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