Practice Management
RCMA/CMA’s Center for Economic Services (CES) is charged with providing unlimited FREE one-on-one practice management assistance to physician members and their staff. Our goal is to empower physician practices by providing resources and guidance to improve the success of the practice. Assistance ranges from coaching and education to direct intervention with payors or regulators. CES also develops resources and tools to assist practices. Call us at (888) 401-5911 or email economicservices@cmadocs.org for practice help today.
Universal Financial Systems is a Southern California based financial services company specializing in medical billing & collections, consumer & commercial collections, litigation & judgment collections, accounting services and general business consulting. UFS excels in servicing all specialties and software platforms, EHR implementation and transition. RCMA members receive a complimentary Insurance & Patient Collection Performance Analysis ($300 value), as well as bundled pricing for billing and collection services. For more information contact George Christidis at georgec@ufsworks.com (310) 502-3580.
AKW Medical sells and services new and refurbished medical equipment as well as rental equipment. Their technicians can perform calibration and certification on new or used equipment. AKW has many pieces of medical equipment and furniture available including exam tables, EKG machines, spirometry, ultrasound, triage equipment, and mayo stands, to name just a few. As a first-time customer, RCMA members receive a 10% off discount off their purchase up to $500 and a 5% discount on all future purchases. To access this benefit please contact Lindsay Gurganus at lgurganus@akwmedical.com or call (877) 525-5939.
PatientPop is the leader in practice growth technology to help physicians improve their online presence and attract more patients. PatientPop offers an all-in-one technology solution that’s proven to help physicians thrive in the digital age.
Reimbursement Help Center: Trouble getting paid? Contact Your RCMA CMA Center for Economic Services Physician Advocate Mitzi Young, myoung@cmadocs.org (888) 236-0267 Secure Fax: (916) 596-1136.
Payor Contract Analysis: The RCMA encourages physicians to carefully read all contracts as well as proposed contract amendments prior to signing any agreement. To assist physicians with the contract review process, RCMA members have free access to objective written analysis of major health plan contracts. Each analysis is designed to help physicians understand their rights and options when contracting with a third party payor, as well as an understanding of contract provisions that are prohibited by California law. Review Payor Contract Analysis here.
CMA Practice Resources (CPR): Email newsletter: distributed monthly, this e-publication is a targeted publication providing essential tips and tools to help physicians and their office staff to improve office efficiency and viability. Subscribe to this resource along with others here.
New Physician Resource Guide: RCMA has developed a useful guide for new physicians. The New Physician Resource Guide contains pertinent information on obtaining liability insurance, DEA licensure, NPI number, business license, medical association membership, and other useful information physicians need to begin their practice. This guide is available to RCMA members for free. For more information about this resource, contact Zulma Nardino at RCMA at znardino@rcmadocs.org or (951) 686-3342.
PrivaPlan: The PrivaPlan™ HIPAA Privacy and Security Compliance Online Toolkit is the most efficient, cost-effective way to develop and implement your compliance program. Members receive a discount on the Toolkit.www.privaplan.com
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