Relevant Regulatory and Legal Information
No business owner, let alone a physician focused on patient care, anticipates running afoul of legal or regulatory issues. Being aware, informed, and prepared cannot be emphasized enough.
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Introduction to Human Resources in Health Care
Introduction to Human Resources in Health Care focuses on pinpointing a staffing ratio and team makeup that provide optimal support for physicians by calculating number of support team members, evaluating staffing needs, investing in team professional development, and team relationships…
Physician Payment Models Guide
Payment models can often be confusing, and the available models are frequently changing. The following process flow can be helpful for physicians as they seek to understand the scope of the payment landscape.
Business Considerations Guide
When an organization decides to open a new business, there are various models and questions to consider based on the logistics and strategic plan for the entity. These considerations are collected in a business plan.
Health Plan 101
Mindful that patients commonly have questions about their coverage, this resource is designed to help individuals understand the basics of health insurance and understand important health insurance terms and definitions. Insurance coverage is unique to everyone, and it is important…
Racial and Health Equity: Concrete STEPS for Smaller Practices – Translate Your Commitment to Racial and Health Equity Into Action in Your Practice
This toolkit will help you identify ways your practice can promote racial and health equity, using data to better understand your patient population. The toolkit describes how to develop clear, attainable health equity goals and create a plan for improvement…
Introduction to the Business of Medicine: Information and Technology in Health Care
Dr Margaret Lozovatsky, vice president of Digital Health Innovations at the American Medical Association, discusses the evolving role of clinical informatics, opportunities in EHR integration, cybersecurity for physicians, and the role of AI in health care. She emphasizes clinician involvement…
Introduction to the Business of Medicine: The Basics of Medical Liability Insurance
Chris Albano, National Account Manager at AMA Insurance, shares strategies for navigating the complexities of medical liability insurance. He delves into the process of obtaining medical liability insurance, the main types of coverage available, and what to look for in…
Prioritizing Equity: International Medical Graduates Experience in Medicine
In this episode of our Prioritizing Equity series, we are joined by international medical graduate (IMG) physicians who will discuss their experience in medicine. Panelists will reflect on their journey from medical school outside of the United States to practicing…
Understanding the Language of Finance
While many physicians would like to practice medicine without worrying about business and finance, a basic understanding will allow physicians to engage in meaningful conversations with administrators, advisors, accountants, and other members of their organization.
