The Journal of medical practice management : MPM
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New healthcare models have been developed to keep up with the dynamic changes of the Internet revolution through social media. Physicians are taking this new technology and enhancing their communication with patients as well among the healthcare community including distributing public health information via Twitter and Facebook. However, a physician's freedom of speech via Twitter and blogs can reach millions instantly, causing irreversible harm. ⋯ Federation of State Medical Boards guidelines advise that patient privacy must be protected at all times on social networking sites. In addition, employers and residency programs are also now searching Facebook and other social networking sites before hiring applicants. There are many benefits of social media; however, professionalism, patient privacy, and boundaries need to be maintained.
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Medical scribes and electronic health records (EHRs) are increasingly being introduced into ambulatory clinics with variable outcomes. Characteristics of a successful implementation of medical scribes are described. Tips for optimization of the composition and presentation of the EHR as well as medical processes associated with medical documentation are presented.
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Cost management is a vital and critical process in every practice's survival and must be incorporated into your daily operations with full participation and compliance by each and every one of your staff. Your physicians must have a complete understanding of the components of the cost management process and their contributions to it. Without a detailed planning process in place, you may not be able to meet the financial obligations of your practice and cover your costs. Financial planning and the polices integrated with your strategic vision will allow you to meet your business goals and guarantee survival regardless of the outside pressures and changes coming to the healthcare industry.