Resources

Guide to medical billing: Outsourcing vs. In-house

Medical billing is a core operational aspect of every healthcare organization. And just like other administrative operations can be either outsourced or done in-house. Medical billing outsourcing has become increasingly popular and there are now…

Importance of effective communication in healthcare

In a healthcare practice, effective communication is very important and a lot of healthcare organizations are becoming more aware of the need to improve communication. Effective communication between healthcare professionals is particularly essential for effective…

A complete guide to paid physician surveys

Global opportunities for paid physician surveys are popular discussions and interest points among physicians around the world. Paid online surveys are nothing new. In fact, they’ve been in existence since the Internet began. However, the…

What is meaningful use in healthcare & why does it matter?

Meaningful use in healthcare is an integral element in advancing patient care and improving IT security. The US government introduced the Meaningful Use Incentive Program in 2009 as part of the Health Information Technology for…

Side jobs for physicians: Active & passive income

You’re a motivated person by nature. Most physicians are. (You wouldn’t have made it through medical school if you weren’t, right?) You take pride in your ability to visualize an end goal and then formulate…

what is a cme credit

What is Continuing Medical Education (CME)?

Part of being an active, practicing physician is a commitment to continuing medical education. Many states in the U.S. require a yearly quota of CME credits to maintain an active medical license.  Managing and obtaining…

Virtual tumor board sticking points and how to tackle them

Tumor boards provide a comprehensive approach to cancer care by streamlining the clinical decision-making processes. A recent American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) survey revealed that 96% of respondents noted that tumor board meetings were beneficial for patients and…

The ultimate guide to medical credentialing

Credentialing in the medical profession is a key requirement for working within such a high-stakes industry. Medical credentialing gives patients the reassurance they need to know that they are dealing with a healthcare practitioner who’s…