Full course description
60 minutes
Self-Paced
Earn a Badge
Course Overview
This module helps small practices strategically adopt technology to streamline operations, improve care, and reduce costs. Learn to assess your current systems, identify gaps, and select tools that align with your goals. Understand compliance with regulations like HIPAA and manage risks tied to telehealth and AI. Gain skills in contracting and vendor management to ensure accountability and maximize ROI.
Who Should Enroll
- Healthcare Providers
- Legal Professionals
- Accountants and Financial Advisors
- Consultants and Service Providers
- Educational Institutions
- Non-Profit Organizations
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Joy Doll OTD, OTR/L
Program Director & Associate Professor, Health Informatics
Creighton University
Dr. Joy Doll, OTD, OTR/L, is Program Director of Health Informatics at Creighton University and founder of Hello Better Healthcare, LLC. She brings deep expertise in health technology, community care, and interdisciplinary collaboration, focusing on advancing healthcare and population health through innovation, partnerships, and policy leadership.
What You’ll Learn
- How to assess and align technology needs with practice goals, focusing on tools like CRM, EHR, and billing systems.
- Key regulations like HIPAA and HITECH for safeguarding patient data and ensuring compliance.
- Best practices for selecting, contracting, and managing tech vendors.
- The role of AI in optimizing workflows, enhancing care, and addressing ethical considerations in small practices.
Outcomes
- Evaluate the technology needs of a small practice.
- Explain the key regulations that govern healthcare technology to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
- Develop effective strategies for contracting with and managing technology vendors.
- Analyze the potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in small practices.
FAQ
Does this course count toward the Certificate of Practice Management?
Yes, this is a foundational course for the Practice Management Certificate. Completing this course brings you closer to earning the certificate. To earn the full certificate, you’ll need to complete a total of five courses.
How long does it take to complete?
This course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own convenience. Most professionals complete the course in 60 minutes, but you can take as much time as needed to fit your schedule.
How is the course structured?
This course is taught online and asynchronously. This flexible structure allows you to complete lessons at your own pace, making it ideal for busy professionals. This course includes video lessons, downloadable tools and interactive activities to guide your decision-making process.
Can I earn Continuing Education Credits?
Check with your state’s credentialing body to determine if this course is eligible for continuing education credits for your profession.
