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Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events

The Rhythm of Business

Imagine a practice where every element—from patient intake to delivery and billing, from staff meetings to strategic planning—moves in perfect synchronization. This is the promise of a well-established “Rhythm of Business.” It's about creating a cadence that aligns your team, optimizes your resources, and keeps you in step with the ever-evolving landscape of prosthetics and orthotics. This week Scott takes a retrospective approach to weave together the themes of several past blogs. 

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Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events

From Patient Care to Business Efficiency

I am speaking tomorrow about a topic that is near and dear to me, so I thought I’d share it with those of you missing my presentation! I will be talking about the secret to revolutionizing your healthcare practice! In my talk and this blog, I will show how treating your business like a patient can skyrocket efficiency and patient satisfaction. I reveal the shocking parallels between patient care and Lean Six Sigma that can transform your practice overnight. Learn the insider tricks to assess operational issues, create game-changing solutions, and monitor success like a pro. Don't miss out on this innovative approach that's helping practices slash wait times and boost profits. Don’t get left behind! 

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Process, Compliance Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events Process, Compliance Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events

Are They Coming For You?

The Department of Justice has unleashed a game-changing whistleblower program that could turn your own employees into informants. With rewards up to 30% of forfeited assets and everyone racing to spill the beans, don't let a simple mistake cost you everything! Discover the thin line between compliance and catastrophe. Read on!

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Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events

Does Bureaucracy Drive You Crazy?

I have been preaching process, systems and efficiency for years. But like all things, there is a “dark side” or an unintended consequence of which we must be aware…Bureaucracy! If clear process is good, more clear process is better, right? Way back, when I was learning how to cook (I’m still learning) I found out that adding a little salt while cooking made my eggs taste better. Then I learned about seasoned salt…Oh man…that took my eggs to a whole other level. I wanted to impress some people who were at my house for breakfast, so I added a lot more seasoning salt. No one spit the eggs out (they were too nice), but the eggs were awful. I was so embarrassed. How does this relate to practice management? Read on.

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Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events Scott Williamson - OPIE Software | Executive Director of Education & Events

Process Matters!

Unlock the Secrets of Practice Success: discover the power of written policies and procedures! From compliance mastery to staff empowerment, learn how to transform your practice. Don't miss out on the key to operational excellence!

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