Older docs an option to solve physician shortage
Filed under: Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views
Recruiters and HR pros may be overlooking a ready pool of talent that could help them fill positions left open due to the physician shortage. Read more
2012 outlook: real estate, construction and mergers on the increase
Filed under: Healthcare Finance, Healthcare Reform News, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Practice Management
Here’s another sign of a rosier outlook for health care in the next few years: Industry experts expect to see more activity in construction and mergers. Read more
Joint Commission warns against fatigue’s role in adverse events
Filed under: Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views
Longer shifts aren’t just a pain for doctors and nurses — they’re putting patients at risk. Read more
Don’t miss these 10 most popular stories of 2011
Filed under: Ethics, Health care/Treatment trends, Healthcare Legal & Compliance, Hospital Management, Patient/Client Communication, Special Report

From hard-to-believe HIPAA violations to dogs performing medical tests, here are the top 10 most popular stories on HealthExecNews from 2011: Read more
Survey results: Compensation levels for medical directors
Filed under: Healthcare Finance, Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views
The 2011 Medical Director Survey provides the latest data on what other hospitals are paying medical directors and physicians with administrative positions. Read more
Survey Reveals Future Trends in Hospital Security
The world of hospital security has changed dramatically over the last 20 years. But hospitals have not addressed the new challenges the same way, nor do security executives and administrators agree on the best direction for the future. A 2011 survey may confirm the experience of security managers but other findings may surprise the seasoned professional. This survey report explores these emerging trends and the role they play in the future of hospital security.
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Medical Practice Management Software – Complete Guide
Running a medical office and keeping track of records can get complicated fast especially with keeping track of patient appointment times and records, various insurance companies’ policies, and multiple doctors’ requirements. Medical practice management software is a great way to stay organized, as well as keep up with all of the patient confidentiality laws. And, now with HIPAA requiring all patients’ records be digitized, the software is even more important. Read this guide to learn more on what features are available and what type of software is right for your practice. With this guide, you will receive price quotes from 2-3 software companies (via email and phone) so you can compare rates and save.
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Is the nursing shortage almost over?
Filed under: Healthcare Human Resources and Staffing News, Hospital Management, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Practice Management
There may be light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the nursing shortage. Read more
Justice Dept.: 2011 record-setting year for fraud settlements
Filed under: Fraud & Waste, Healthcare Legal & Compliance, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Medicare & Medicaid News
The Justice Department announced that fiscal year 2011 saw a record amount — more than $3 billion — in settlements and judgments. Read more
Health pros’ latest job: Customer service manager
Filed under: Health care/Treatment trends, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Patient/Client Communication, Practice Management
With more emphasis on patient satisfaction, health care providers have to worry about customer service almost as much as they do medical procedures. Is that effort paying off? Read more
