With the changes in the medical market today, it is more important than ever to treat your patients well and really earn their business. You want your good patients to return and to suggest you to their friends and family when someone is in need of a caring physician. This involves something that many practices have forgotten altogether: customer service.
Proven Strategies to Increase Patient Retention
Jan 30, 2018 6:42:34 PM / by Dana Rogers posted in Blog, Growth
The Meaning of Consumer Centricity
Jan 8, 2018 8:08:55 AM / by Dana Rogers posted in Blog, Growth
Understanding what drives consumers
Drones Show Potential for Delivering Telemedicine, mHealth Services
Jan 8, 2018 8:08:48 AM / by Dana Rogers posted in Blog, Growth
Drones are being used to ferry mHealth supplies and telemedicine services (as well as beer and pizza) in other parts of the globe. Now federal officials are taking notice of their mobile health value.
How To Keep Your Practice Competitive With Impending Physician Shortage
Dec 18, 2017 11:42:48 AM / by Dana Rogers posted in Blog, Financing, Growth
A recent study from the Association of American Medical Colleges states that in the next few years, a major shortage of primary care physicians will sweep across the United States. By 2025, the number of physicians needed will fall short by 46,000 to 90,000.
A Case For Offering Patients Virtual-Care Options
Dec 18, 2017 11:42:38 AM / by Dana Rogers posted in Blog, Financing, Growth
Growing consumer demand for virtual healthcare services is putting increasing pressure on providers and payers to expand delivery options for on-demand health services, a new survey from Accenture found.
Client Case Study: Accommodative HealthCare
Dec 14, 2017 1:56:34 PM / by Dana Rogers posted in Blog, Financing, Growth
How can I eliminate the concerns of cash flow gaps and grow my business?
That was the question Nicole White, RN CEO of Accommodative HealthCare needed answered, and quickly. Her business, Accommodative HealthCare, assists people with special needs – down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD. Located in Houston, TX, they manage a day school, facilities, and residential housing for 80 patients, and currently employ 100 staff members who assist in the caregiving of their patients.
How Consumerism and Technology Will Converge To Shape The Future Of Health Care
Oct 3, 2017 10:05:28 AM / by Aquina posted in All, Growth, Healthcare, Solutions, Thought Leadership
Article by:
Chris Stenglein, Chairman & CEO
Chris Stenglein currently serves as Aquina Health's Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors. He has been involved with the company since September 2012 and is responsible for the overall vision and strategic direction of the company. During his tenure, Stenglein has led Aquina Health to sustained growth and profitability, establishing Aquina Health as an industry leader in healthcare FinTech.
2016 HIMMS Connected Health Survey Results
Sep 18, 2017 8:49:58 AM / by Aquina posted in All, Financing, Growth, Healthcare, Thought Leadership
HIMSS released the results of its 2016 Connected Health Survey. The survey is reflective of 227 IT, informatics and clinical professionals in U.S. hospitals and health systems with regard to their organization’s current and future use of connected health technologies.
According to the results, more than half of the health systems surveyed say they're using at least three different types of mHealth technology, and more than half are looking at new platforms.
Providers Are Ready to Embrace Connected Health
Some interesting findings include:
- 52% of hospitals use three or more connected health technologies
- 69% are using a mobile-optimized patient portal
- 47% expect to expand their use of connected health technologies in the next few years
Follow the lead of Amazon and Square by bringing financing to your customers
Mar 27, 2017 3:14:39 PM / by Aquina posted in All, Company News, Financing, Growth
Retail giants Amazon and Square have utilized their unique positions processing money for their small business clients to grow significant loan businesses. These lending operations have increased earnings for the companies and increased their importance to customers that are using their core services. There is a clear path for healthcare Practice Management Systems and Revenue Cycle Management companies to follow and do the same for their customers.
Can you answer these 3 things about your practice?
Feb 23, 2017 3:58:15 PM / by Aquina posted in All, Growth, Healthcare, Thought Leadership
The primary goal of a medical practice is to serve patients. However, medical practices are also businesses and have the same aspects and concerns of any business. Chief amongst these concerns is getting paid for your services. How do you know if you are leaving money on the table? Here are a few questions your practice should to be able to answer.