Dos and don'ts for creating a concierge practice
While many physicians that make the switch to a concierge or retainer model report higher satisfaction among them and their patients, there are several caveats to consider before adopting this model.
3 truths about adapting to accountable care
Although not everyone in the healthcare community is on board with healthcare reform or accountable care models, there are certain principles that physicians practicing today will ultimately be forced to accept.
I had the opportunity to talk to two physicians who practice in my home state of Massachusetts about how they're adapting to the changes brought on by healthcare reform and other industry changes. While these doctors' organizations vary greatly in size and structure, they both recommend physician practices adopt the following mindset changes as they plan their strategic vision for the future.
H. Eugene Lindsey, M.D., serves as president and CEO of Atrius Health/Harvard Vanguard, a nonprofit alliance of seven medical groups in Eastern and Central Massachusetts and Alain A. Chaoui, M.D., works as a solo physician at Family Medicine North in the Boston suburb of Peabody.
Both have prioritized efficiency as a key strategy for lowering practice costs and enhancing care. Read more...
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