Base salary/base pay is often derived from what factors?
Base pay is derived from factors such as market data or internal comparison for a defined period. This model may or may not incorporate merit into the base calculation.
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Being confrontational is not one of my strong points. So, how do I handle negative questions from the audience?
Occasionally you will have audience members that will ask negative or hostile questions or make challenging statements. You have to respond positively and non-defensively.
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Can’t I justify a service with a fourth-digit diagnosis code instead of the carrier’s fifth-digit code to describe the patient’s condition?
You can’t justify a service with a fourth-digit diagnosis code when carriers require a more specific fifth-digit code to describe the patient’s condition.
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Coding is confusing and time consuming. Can’t I leave coding entirely in staff’s hands?
You will probably never like coding. But you’ll need to know the basics and be able to speak the language of coding. Why?
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Besides a copy of my CV, what else should I take on the interview?
When it comes to your accoutrements, less is more in an interview setting. The only item necessary to bring into an interview setting is a leather portfolio, preferably black, that contains a notepad, pen, several copies of your CV, and several copies of your reference listing.
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Conflict resolution consultants talk about being “present in the moment” as a important skill for reducing conflict. How can I practice this in a clinical setting?
Despite many years in schools, most physicians lack basic skills necessary for resolving conflicts.
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Does “Goodwill” mean more than having returning patients?
Goodwill is made up of many components, including the tendency of patients to return to the same place of business for a given service, and the patterns of physicians, optometrists, opticians and patients to keep referring to the same practice.
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Frankly, the range of options open to me and the complexity of the choice of opportunities overwhelm me. How do I really know what’s right for me until I try?
Not all opportunities are created equal. It is vital that you find a position that is a good fit with your skills and goals. At any given time, there are numerous academic and private practice positions available across the country.
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Generally speaking, which three organizations need to see my credentials before I can begin practicing?
The State Medical Board, the Hospital, and Managed Care Organizations will need to see a physician’s credentials before practicing can begin.
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Give an example of an “I” statement/message as it relates to giving feedback.
“I have noticed,” “I have observed,” “I have seen,” or when the need exists to pass on feedback from others, “I have had reported to me.”