Strukturion of Future Thinking
Data, facts and instruments on the German health system
If one analyses the success of the various practice management strategies in general practitioners’ and specialists’ practices with the help of company comparisons, it becomes apparent that the approach of entrepreneurial practice management produces the best qualitative and quantitative results.
Data, facts and instruments on the German health system
Many doctors have been complaining for a long time about the strain on their time. External pressures are identified as the causes, but solutions are not seen. Yet a remedy would be quite simple.
Data, facts and instruments on the German health system
Many practice teams complain that their work can only be endured if they work longer hours than planned every day. The reason is seen in the excessive burdens of administration, bureaucracy and patients. But this is a misconception.
Data, facts and instruments on the German health system
The employees are the most important “production factor” of the medical practice as a service provider. They not only play a central role in the medical care of patients, but are also responsible for the atmosphere of care. A decisive part of the quality and efficiency of a medical practice depends on the know-how, the skills and above all the commitment of the staff. However, the management mentality that has prevailed in medical practices up to now does not do justice to this importance.
In view of the shortage of medical assistants, it is even more important than before for GPs and specialists to retain good staff in the practice. But inadequate management drives many staff to resign.
Facts and Figures from the German Health Care System
In order to be able to deal adequately with the changes taking place in their working environment, general practitioners and specialists primarily need a solid practice management foundation. A simple system of ratios ensures solidity.
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Facts and Figures from the German Health Care System
Practice comparisons show that in the personal cause analysis for permanent stress for general practitioners and specialists, external influences in the form of bureaucratisation, health policy regulations or increased patient demands are primarily responsible. However, a precise analysis of the management of the practice shows that this is where the real cause lies.
Facts and Figures from the German Health Care System
Laboratory values are an essential basis for medical patient care. But professional practice management is also inconceivable without their business counterpart, the key performance indicators.
Facts and Figures from the German Health Care System
With the help of the benchmarking technique, it is possible to determine how urgent improvements are for practice management in GP practices and where the starting points for this are.
Facts and Figures from the German Health Care System
Few practising doctors are familiar with developing strategies for their practice operations. Yet four simple questions and their answers are sufficient for this purpose.
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