Consulting

Practice Management

Assisting a practice in the daily activities of both the clinical and clerical side. Practice management reflects the business of medicine in the best possible manner. A practice in harmony with sound medical and business practices will flourish.

Practice Analytics

The use of analytics will determine the health of a practice. Through proper interpretation of the numbers and where/how the numbers are generated, management can successfully adjust to practice needs using forecasting tools, regulations, and public demand.

Software Platform Help

We provide advice regarding both components of the software (PM and EMR), supply questions related to the practice style and knowledge of the requirements for altering templates. In addition, we offer the ability to pull customized reports or examples of the canned reports to optimize the business.

Transitional Job Descriptions Based on Workflows

As a practice evolves many times the pace of growth exceeds current staffing requirements, job descriptions and /or job titles. When adding additional services, it is prudent to revise the workflow and the position(s) responsible for implementation, monitoring and delivery.

New Practice Setup

This can be very simple or extremely complex, but we know every new business setup is unique. Components of the startup may begin with physician contracting followed by site selection, and branding of the practice. Additional elements for a successful launch include: software selection, credentialing, supplier identification, negotiating contracts, policy and procedure manuals, employee handbooks, job descriptions, compliance manuals, and workflows. Moreover, approve final branding, hiring employees, training, EMR implementation and building a patient base are just some of our extensive checklist to help your practice start strong!

Credentialing/ Certification Special Projects

Creating a customized manual as part of the evaluation process for Certifying agencies Such as AAAHC and CMS. Preparing policy and procedure documents specific to the guidelines established by these entities. Assistance in the preparation of city and state applications and licenses. Participation in site surveys as requested. Edits to existing manuals annually.

Branding Partnerships

IHS prides itself on being a full-service Revenue Cycle Management provider. We have assembled a team of healthcare professionals that can handle all aspects of a medical practice and we are ready to help you with your next complicated task! Practice Management, In-house Manual production, accreditation processes, front end and back end efficiency training…you name it, we can put together a Statement of Work to identify, outline and solve your practice needs.