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Should You Switch EHRs Before Transitioning From Solo to Group Practice?

There are key transitions in any business when it makes sense to pause and consider updating your tools and practices. In the behavioral health field, one of these points is when you're growing from a solo provider practice to a…

Andrew SchatzbergDecember 16, 2023

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Partnering with Your EHR

Communication with your EHR provider is important for the health of your practice, especially if practice growth is your goal. Your EHR can facilitate practice growth in many ways, but only if it meets your specific needs. When your EHR…

Andrew SchatzbergDecember 12, 2023

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Starting a New Private Practice: Do You Need a New EHR?

People who dream of starting a private practice in the field of behavioral health rarely daydream about the logistics involved. But preparing for common challenges is fundamental to success. Before you take on the roles of both behavioral health provider…

Andrew SchatzbergDecember 5, 2023

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Benefits for Therapists: Beyond Wages

Even as the field of behavioral health grows, retaining skilled providers can prove challenging for growing practices. While competitive wages are of course crucial, innovative incentives beyond pay can play a pivotal role in provider retention. A more holistic approach…

Andrew SchatzbergDecember 1, 2023

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The 6 Most Common Things To Know About Running a Private Practice

Starting a private practice in behavioral health is a dream for many. Doing so means having a chance to make a positive impact on people’s lives while having more control over your work. However, when running a private practice, there’s…

Andrew SchatzbergNovember 14, 2023

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The Grass Wasn’t Greener: This Behavioral Health Group Practice Left Valant—But Then Came Back

The old adage is true: sometimes, you really don’t appreciate what you have until it’s gone. This was Lisa Huber’s experience in 2020 when her behavioral health practice left Valant for a non-specialized EMR software. Huber is a practicing psychiatrist…

Andrew SchatzbergNovember 8, 2023

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How to Ease Your Patients’ Transition While You Switch EHRs

When thinking about creating an EHR transition plan, practice managers and owners often focus on how to create a smooth transition for staff and clinicians. While this is an important aspect of EHR migration, it’s equally important to think about…

Andrew SchatzbergNovember 2, 2023

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Mastering Automated Reminders for Better Patient Engagement

Patient engagement is one of the cornerstones of an effective behavioral health practice. When patients actively participate in their own care, it can play a pivotal role in their treatment and outcomes. Today, automated reminders have emerged as a powerful…

Andrew SchatzbergOctober 31, 2023

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Building the Ideal Patient Care Cycle: Centralized Patient Care through a Patient Portal in Behavioral Health

Improving your behavioral health practice’s patient experience is one of the best ways to effectively serve your patients’ needs. Patients will stay engaged in treatment and you can earn more revenue. Implementing a user-friendly, secure, and robust patient portal, is…

Andrew SchatzbergSeptember 29, 2023

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The Disadvantages of Price Shopping Your Next EHR

Digitization has transformed many fields, including medicine. For modern behavioral health practices, electronic health records (EHRs) have become an indispensable tool. These digital systems offer numerous benefits, such as improved patient care and enhanced compliance with regulations. However, perhaps driven…

Andrew SchatzbergSeptember 28, 2023

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