Anesthesia Practice Management Blogs
All fields of anesthesiology require precision and attention to detail, but trauma anesthesiology brings another level of stress. Working with trauma patients increases the urgency, unpredictability and sometimes the stakes themselves. These unique demands require that providers specializing in trauma anesthesia are equipped both with the knowledge and the skills to handle such situations. At…
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Because of the high-stakes nature of their profession, healthcare providers must be in the right mindset every day to make correct and efficient decisions and provide the best care possible to the patients they see. According to the American Hospital Association, recent studies have found that 93 percent of healthcare workers reported feeling stressed, 86…
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Your anesthesia practice or community hospital anesthesia department provides patients with incredible support and pain management services. However, it is a business, and finding opportunities and adapting to challenges is critical to ensure that this department meets revenue generation goals. Finding opportunities to reduce costs without limiting patient care is a day-to-day task. With the…
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Communication, teamwork and collaborative care are key components of what we do at CCI Anesthesia. Providing excellent patient care is our top priority, and we believe in supporting our team members, providing opportunities for collaborative conversations and offering educational experiences that propel their practice forward. Here, we’ll explore some of the ways that CCI Anesthesia…
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Opioids have long been a highly effective pain management method. However, they are not the ideal first step or a long-term solution to pain. Many community hospitals constantly need to find alternatives to offer patients facing dire pain situations. Integrating pain management within anesthesia services is one potential route to improving patient care. Integrating pain…
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What is a Needs Assessment? In a healthcare setting, a needs assessment is a systematic process to determine and address gaps between current and desired conditions. In anesthesia departments, needs assessments identify inefficiencies, find gaps in service delivery and discover potential areas for improvement. A needs assessment provides a vital foundation for administrators to gather…
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As an anesthesia professional, you’ve spent years honing your craft, and you have the judgment, expertise and experience necessary to offer excellent patient care. Many anesthesiology professionals feel frustrated in a traditional working environment, as their autonomy can be limited by bureaucracy and administrative issues. Benefits of Autonomy Working as an independent contractor can provide…
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Are you curious whether being a W2 employee or a 1099 independent contractor makes more sense? You’re not alone. The primary differences between a 1099 and a W2 are: As an anesthesia provider, it can be tricky to decide what type of worker you should be. Here, we’ll explore key factors that can help you…
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Effective data management is vital to improving the financial health of anesthesia departments. By identifying cost-saving opportunities, optimizing revenue, optimizing staffing models and ensuring the appropriate utilization of resources, managing data can enhance operational efficiency, drive provider satisfaction and improve patient outcomes. Here, we’ll explore how solid data management can positively affect multiple facets of…
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Established in 1982, the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) is a federal law that aims to reduce the federal budget deficit through a combination of tax increases, spending cuts and budgetary reforms. TEFRA’s Impact on Anesthesia Practices TEFRA regulations are far-reaching across various industries. In the healthcare field, TEFRA specifically affects anesthesia practices.…
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