Seven ways to improve your reception area without breaking the bank

 

What kind of atmosphere does your medical office provide for patients? Avoid extremes: A utilitarian approach might result in a cold, sterile feel. A luxury approach might lead patients to think, "Oh -- so that's why my doctor bills are so high!"     Here are seven ways you can improve your reception area without a major overhaul:

1. Organize seating into sub-groups.

2. Provide most seating in individual chairs with side arms to help patients push themselves up more easily.

3. Pay attention to "personal space" when arranging seating. Allow some room between chairs so patients don't feel all crowded together.

4. Provide plenty of lighting for the reception area. Bright (not harsh) light helps a room appear cleaner and makes reading easier -- especially for older patients.

5. Include artwork by local artists -- and change it regularly.

6. Design the office so patients can intuitively see where they should go.

7. Install windows or glass blocks at your office entrance so patients can see the space before they enter.

Have questions? I’m here to help.

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Categories
Accounting and Tax Services Litigation Support Managed Care Consulting Managed Care Contract Negotiations Medical Practice and Healthcare Entity Valuation Medical Practice Assessment Medical Practice Brokerage Medical Practice Embezzlement Consulting Medical Practice Management Medical Practice Merger Advice Medical Strategic Planning Newsletter Personal Financial Planning Oversight Physician Compensation Models Physician Compliance Physician Financial Management Services Retirement Uncategorized
About Reed Tinsley, CPA

As a top advisor to physicians, I help increase practice profits by delivering hands-on, expert medical accounting/tax support, practice counsel, and revenue-building strategies. Read More >

Reed Tinsley, CPA