Managing more patients with fewer resources is possible when you exploit each resource to full capacity. Engaging with patients through mobile or other means for preventive care measures helps healthcare providers improve clinical outcomes and control costs at a time of expanding physician shortage. The challenge of managing more patients with fewer resources is not unique. Every health system is now asking the same question:
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Workflow to improve efficiency:
When a practice works with a limited support team, optimizing performance is critical. When reviewing practice processes look for ways to shave minutes from the workload.
For example, providing detailed statements to patients rather than a single line that shows the balance will eliminate calls to clarify what contributed to the balance.
Make use of technology to improve human capital performance:
Standardizing internal workflow processes and automating every step possible without compromising quality of care or alienating the patient will add value to the practice. The result is that practices can manage more patients with fewer resources. The patient-flow clock begins ticking the moment a potential patient reaches out to the physician’s team to request an appointment.
Examining every touch point along the patient journey may reveal small or sometimes big changes that will shave a few minutes off the time required to meet the needs of patients and staff members.
“The Technology empowers medical providers to improve the patient experience and enhance relationships. It is possible to build a lean, patient-focused environment that supports growth and positive patient outcomes. The hardest part is getting started. Commit today to examine the revenue stream from the patient journey. Your staff, your patients and your physicians will be glad you did.”