Starting a Practice

Are you opening a new practice?

Whether embarking on a new practice, expanding an existing one, or relocating a practice in the greater Houston area, members will find the "New Practice Checklist" an invaluable resource in the creation and maintenance of a successful enterprise. The checklist, presented by Medserv, the service company of HCMS, offers diverse professional and business related information gathered to assist physicians in every aspect of forming a new practice.

Resources

HCMS:

• New Practice Checklist - A comprehensive list of tasks that need to be addressed when opening a practice.
• Physician Office Leasing Guide - A guide with information to use when considering a lease agreement or renegotiating a lease.
• Practice Management - A Practice Operations page that contains a variety of information designed to help physicians and their practices.
• Telemedicine - Resources for implementing telemedicine in your practice.
• Young Physicians Organization - The HCMS Young Physicians Organization (YPO) offers a variety of programs throughout the year for all young physicians to network for referrals and collaborate with colleagues.
• Business of Medicine Video Series - HCMS has put together a video series which provides basic information on how to start a practice including credentialling, financing, marketing, and how to operate your practice.

TMA:

• Practice Management Resources - Includes toolkits for creating a business plan, practice start-up, credentialing, compliance and much more.
• Starting a Practice - Resources and a free seminar for residents. 
• Starting in Medical Practice - A CME course covering legal organization and financial structure, compliance in hiring and managing staff, effective billing and marketing, and more.
• Policies and Procedures: A Guide for Medical Practices - A guide specific to Texas medical practices and Texas law based on "best practices" vital to running an efficient practice.

 AMA:

• 6 mistakes to avoid when starting your private practice
• A strong advising team can help you private practice flourish
• 3 overlooked ways to make your private practice more efficient
• How to create a vibrant culture in your private practice

Miscellaneous:

• Who physician practices can turn to for expert help (Physicians Practice)
• What Not to Do When Starting a Private Practice (Medpage Today)
• Practice Management Guides - A variety of free guides from the Cooperative of American Physicians.
• A Roadmap for New Physicians - Avoiding Medicare and Medicaid Fraud and Abuse (HHS) - How to avoid fraud and abuse and the violating of federal laws.