Category Archives: Director’s Pointers

Real story!  Two physicians, two different departments in an academic medical center, basically do the same surgical procedures.  Physician A is slightly more productive, producing 5% more wRVUs than B.  Each has a profit/loss statement issued at the end of … Continue reading →

ICD - 10 is here and many may have not noticed.  The true impact will be in a window from 4 - 8 weeks from now when the revenue effects become clear. What is being noticed is the amount of … Continue reading →

All physicians at sometime or another will have people directly reporting to them. How to manage those direct reports is a necessary skill if you want to become a good manager and leader. Here are some tips for you to … Continue reading →

I found this latest report very interesting in light of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and its purpose. That, according to a new report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, nearly 20 percent of U.S. consumers — 42.9 million people … Continue reading →

Arguably, the most important skill necessary to be a “good” manager is to communicate effectively. Effective communication begins with engaging your subordinates by asking them questions.  A “good” manager asks his or her subordinates for their observations and suggestions. When … Continue reading →