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Let’s Make Surgical Coordinators Day A Thing

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In the very busy world of healthcare administration, a silent force works tirelessly behind the scenes, orchestrating the intricacies of surgical procedures: Surgical Coordinators (who may also go by the titles of medical assistants, administrative assistants, or medical receptionists).

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Your Ultimate Guide to Surgery Cancellation Policies

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But just like in any epic movie, there’s a plot twist waiting to unfold – a surgery gets canceled. But the show must go on – the surgery cancellation policy and protocol ensure that everyone is notified, the block time doesn’t go to waste, and rescheduling starts immediately. Why Have a Surgery Cancellation Policy?

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Hard Conversations: What Is the Best Approach to Handling Patient Cancellations

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In the hustle and bustle of modern life, the unexpected can throw a wrench into even the most carefully laid plans — including scheduled surgery procedures. however, still results in a reschedule, cancellation, or a patient simply not showing up to their surgery. Even better – provide multiple options and communication channels.

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Athenahealth’s Remarkable Interoperability: The Key to Efficient Surgical Scheduling

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Athenahealth for Exceptional Surgical Scheduling A surgical order from athenahealth is sent to Surgimate which fills in all the critical information. Above and Beyond Pre-Surgery Coordination Athenahealth and Surgimate’s synergy goes beyond scheduling surgery. Something your EHR doesn’t do.