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As we begin a new year, many are wondering what 2010 has in store. Will there be an economic turnaround this year? Many economic experts have predicted this possibility. In order for you and your practice to be ready for this upturn, the following are practice management tips and resources to help you gain a competitive edge and have a positive impact on your production.
Tip #1: Reactivate inactive patients
From the recent economic downturn, most likely your inactive patient file is at it’s largest. In order to maximize production opportunities, make sure that 98% of all patients are scheduled. Many patients that have been inactive in the last nines months will be willing to schedule an appointment if they are actively contacted by your staff.
Read more about on this tip and others in Dr. Roger Levin’s article “Nine ways to ensure a better, faster recovery” on www.dentaleconomics.com.
Tip #2: Save time, see more patients, make more money
A few simple time management adjustments can really make a difference in your day and allow to to see more patients. One way to save time is make sure you start on time. Patients should never 'camp out' in a room. Make sure to arrive to the office even 15 minutes early every day to review last night's faxes, lab results, etc.
Another tip is to have patients fill out their own history forms in the waiting room. These patients typically can fill out a form just as well as you can. You can then clarify everything they filled out with them during their visit.
Read this and more tips on time management in the article "How to save time, see more patients, and make more money" by Dr. Daniel Konold om the ModernMedicine web site. |
