Anesthesia Practice Management Blogs

On-site leader discusses department performance with a doctor in a hospital hallway, nurse nearby.

On-Site vs. Remote Leadership: The CCI Advantage

By CCI Anesthesia

The most successful anesthesia departments don’t just have highly qualified CRNAs and anesthesiologists working directly with patients. They also have strong leaders overseeing the departments. There are experienced anesthesiologists and hospital administrators who manage the coordination, communication and overall clinical performance of the anesthesia department. Today, anesthesia departments might have on-site leadership or remote leadership.…

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Busy hospital lobby with doctors and nurses collaborating, reflecting a modern healthcare setting.

Navigating Success as a Physician or CRNA in 2025: Embracing Change and Fostering Quality Suggestions

By Kelly Mumford, RN, BSN, MBA

In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape of 2025, change may be the only constant. Embracing and fostering this change is an essential part of working in healthcare. Whether you’re a physician or CRNA, you have a mandate to meet the ever-changing needs of your patients. These changes take many forms, including advancements in telehealth, equity…

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Healthcare team rushes patient down a hospital corridor, highlighting urgency in trauma care.

The Unique Demands of Trauma Anesthesia

By CCI Anesthesia

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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Prioritizing Provider Well-being: Managing Stress and Achieving Work-Life Balance

By CCI Anesthesia

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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Doctor in a white coat shakes hands with an executive, highlighting collaboration in anesthesia management.

Enhancing Revenue Control with MAP from CCI Anesthesia

By CCI Anesthesia

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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The Importance of Patient Safety in Anesthesia

By CCI Anesthesia

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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Doctor administering an injection into a patient's back, highlighting integrated pain management care.

Integrating Pain Management Into Anesthesia Services

By CCI Anesthesia

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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Hospital executives discussing the needs of their anesthesia department.

Conducting a Needs Assessment: The First Step to Improving Your Anesthesia Department

By CCI Anesthesia

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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Calm anesthesiologist holding anesthetic mask while being in operation theatre

Clinical Autonomy and Professional Growth for Independent Anesthesia Providers

By CCI Anesthesia

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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Understanding the Differences Between W2 and 1099

By CCI Anesthesia

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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