Birmingham Archives

10 Dynamics of the Physician-Hospital Relationship

Nov 06, 2006 at 04:51 pm by steve

In the business of healthcare, the physician-hospital relationship is critically important. Not only does the status of this relationship impact the success of a medical cente.... Read More

Tips for Staying Out of the Medical Malpractice Trap

Nov 06, 2006 at 04:37 pm by steve

Approximately 34 percent of consumers polled reported having been personally involved in a situation where a preventable medical error was made in their own medical care or th.... Read More

Helping Patients Help Themselves

Nov 06, 2006 at 04:29 pm by steve

Proper management of blood glucose levels is vital to reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications. But it's not easy, and patients need education and support beyond what.... Read More

Attacking Bad Debt

Nov 06, 2006 at 04:09 pm by steve

To help alleviate bad debt problems, Nashville, Tenn.-based Affiliated Creditors, Inc. (ACI), a 20-year-old collection firm specializing in healthcare for the last quarter-cen.... Read More

Connecting with Insurers in Real Time

Nov 06, 2006 at 04:07 pm by steve

Ask physicians in an independent practice to identify their biggest frustrations, and they will inevitably include "insurance compliance and paperwork" on the list. Checking p.... Read More