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Expand your independent practice through an impactful online presence. Delve into effective website approaches, social media use, search marketing, and reputation management to connect with patients locally and through telehealth.

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Determine how to attract patients to a medical practice with a blog and social media
Determine how to attract patients to a medical practice with a blog and social media
How to attract patients with your medical practice blog and social media channels

Having an online presence is vital for a successful medical practice. Discover proven strategies for reaching your target patient demographic.

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business people debating the merits of PPC vs SEO for medical practices
PPC vs. SEO: Which is better for your medical practice?

Determine how and when pay per click and search engine optimization is the right approach for your medical practice.

Medical practice local market research.
Medical practice local market research.
How to conduct local market research to establish a community-focused medical practice

Deciding your practice’s focus based on your community’s needs is crucial for a successful medical start-up. Setting up a dermatology practice in an already-competitive area would likely lead to frustration, for instance. Accurate market research is the key to identifying community needs and choosing the best location for your practice. There are multiple methods for […]

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Patient scheduling and retention graphic
Patient scheduling and retention tactics that keep your calendar full

In a landscape where patients have rising expectations and more options for meeting healthcare needs, retaining patients is critical for not just patient health but also practice performance.

physician shaking hands with a patient at independent practice
physician shaking hands with a patient at independent practice
3 medical experts weigh in on the state of the healthcare industry and independent practices

While many independent practitioners are positive about their performance, many are also anxious about the state of the healthcare industry.

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Two women looking at social media on a smartphone.
Two women looking at social media on a smartphone.
How to use social media influencers to help boost your medical practice

Learn about social media marketing for medical practices and how you can partner with influencers to boost patient engagement and practice growth.

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Group of practice staff members planning marketing campaigns
5 fresh marketing ideas for your new medical practice

Stand out from your competition by executing fresh marketing campaigns for your medical practice.

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a left white hand holding a silver pen to show how handwritten-appearing signatures can enhance direct mail marketing
How to use direct mail marketing for your medical practice

Direct mail offers your practice benefits that email can’t touch.

image of woman researching best practices on physician recruitment for medical practice
image of woman researching best practices on physician recruitment for medical practice
How to recruit and hire for your new medical practice

Wondering about physician recruitment best practices? Here’s what you need to know to recruit, hire, and retain staff for your new medical practice.

physician succeeding at medical practice email marketing
physician succeeding at medical practice email marketing
How email marketing can benefit your medical practice

A medical practice isn’t complete without an email marketing strategy. Learn the benefits of setting up a medical practice email campaign.

Medical practice staff members looking at computer screen discussing Google ads for medical practice
Medical practice staff members looking at computer screen discussing Google ads for medical practice
What could go wrong if you do Google Ads yourself for your medical practice

Should you try to run Google Ads yourself for your medical practice? Here are 10 expensive mistakes to avoid making.

physician and patient speaking through telehealth
physician and patient speaking through telehealth
How to position telehealth in your business strategy for your practice

As telehealth evolves from a critical need to a preferred mode of care, telehealth marketing is a must to attract new patients. Here are simple ways to draw attention to your virtual care services.

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man looking at computer screen
3 most common online directory listing mistakes

Inaccurate or incomplete listings on healthcare and business directories jeopardize your online reputation management efforts and your ability to get new patients.

dentist and patient
dentist and patient
5 reasons your dental practice isn’t attracting new patients

Are you having trouble getting more dental patients? Your web presence may be to blame.

woman smiling after getting licensing for starting a new medical practice business
woman smiling after getting licensing for starting a new medical practice business
What to know about licensing for your new medical practice

Here are the medical and business licenses you need to start your new medical practice.

What is credentialing in healthcare
What is credentialing in healthcare
What to know about insurance credentialing when starting your own practice

There are many steps involved in getting your practice up and functioning. One of the items to check off your list as soon as possible is getting credentialed with various insurance companies.

how to choose location for medical office
how to choose location for medical office
How choosing a location for your medical office can ensure practice growth

The location for your new medical practice can support growth or hinder it. Keep these 8 criteria in mind as you choose your location and space.

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marketing-for-clinics-tebra
Get your medical practice off the ground with marketing

Launch and grow your medical practice with these 8 simple marketing essentials.

woman smiling after Securing funding for a new medical practice
woman smiling after Securing funding for a new medical practice
Securing funding for a new medical practice

One of the first steps in opening a practice is funding it. Here’s what you need to know about getting healthcare practice loans.

doctor reviewing payment collections for medical practices
doctor reviewing payment collections for medical practices
Licenses you need to start your own medical practice

Here’s how to ensure you have the necessary licenses and credentials you need when starting your own practice — and that you don’t overlook any part of the process.

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Image of self-employed physician looking at paperwork
Key mindset shifts to becoming a self-employed physician

Consider these mindset shifts when making the transition to becoming self-employed.

starting a medical billing business how to get clients
starting a medical billing business how to get clients
Steps to start a new medical billing company and expand your client base

Make the most of market demand and set up your own medical billing business. Learn how to start a medical billing company, get the right tools, and make sure you’re properly equipped to expand your client base.

doctor researching Medicare for independent practices
doctor researching Medicare for independent practices
The pros and cons of Medicare for independent practices

Is it worth participating in Medicare as an independent practice? Here’s a look at what you need to know before making your decision.

accept new patients
accept new patients
Why doctors should never stop accepting new patients

Learn why it’s not advisable for doctors to close their doors to new patients, even if they’re fully booked.

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patient reviews
How to ask for patient reviews during a patient visit

No need to feel awkward asking for reviews from patients. Here are some tips to help facilitate the conversation.

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