Physicians concerned about missing the window to adopt an e-prescribing system and qualify for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid incentive, need not worry. There is still time as the incentive is still available this year.

Personal health records, once seen as a way for patients to have control of their medical information, are not nearly as prevalent as they once were. That’s due in large part to the wide spread push for electronic medical records (EMR) adoption, not to mention the fact that patients were responsible for manually updating the personal health record data. However, there are still a few around.

There is no doubt that a good practice management software system gives doctors all the tools necessary manage their practice successfully, especially with upcoming changes to how doctors code and prepare their bills.

Managing patient flow is important for any size practice, but can be especially challenging for larger practices With multiple physicians and staff members moving between exam rooms, it is critical to keep track of patients and room assignments.