When a practice's culture isn't taken into consideration, there are several characteristics successful medical practices have, according to Medscape.
Here are the key details to know:
1. More patients. Adding additional patients per physician per day can increase profitability for practices.
2. Conducting satisfaction surveys. Successful practices survey their physicians and staff to identify areas of improvement or work dissatisfaction. Through surveys, practices can get feedback from clinicians who may not be comfortable with voicing discontent.
3. Better communication. Practices that hold monthly meetings, send out frequent newsletters and email updates. Regular face- to- face communication such as team huddles or committees dedicated to improvement can help improve staff performance.
4. Improved learning. Practices that encourage their staff to perform their work more knowledgeably invest in the overall team's success.
5. Attention to budgeting. Successful practices assess their finances regularly and revisit their financial strategy to monitor progress.
6. Assessment of staff. Cross-training staff ensures clinicians can perform tasks that improve workflow when needed.
7. Improved technology. Adding technology and improved tools can keep a practice up-to-date with the latest innovations.
8. Patient centered. Patient engagement measures like portals can increase access to the practice, improving revenue.