The Health Performance Specialists (HPS) Bi-Annual Roundtable event just wrapped up, and wow, what an event it was! This year’s gathering set the bar sky-high, especially for independent vein doctors and HPS members who made the trek to Fort Worth, Texas on August 23rd and 24th. Why was this year’s roundtable such a big deal? […]
The Future of Vein Care Treatment: Dr. Chris Pittman & VeinCare Academy
The VeinCare Academy is a coaching service for doctors, nurses, and aesthetic practitioners run by multi-award-winning vein specialist Dr. Haroun Gajraj. His popular YouTube channel has over 60k subscribers and features videos and tutorials for everything from various treatment techniques to marketing to how to grow your medical practice. Dr. Gajraj invited Dr. Chris Pittman, […]
Unlock Your Vein Clinic’s Local Search Potential with Apple Business Connect
In an era where foot traffic is increasingly preceded by digital discovery, a robust online presence isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential. When it comes to the local search and navigation game, Google Maps dominates with 72% market usage. However, there are 153 million iPhone users in the United States, and with them, Apple Maps is swiftly […]
Is Your Website’s Privacy Policy Compliant? What You Should Know as a Medical Practice
If your website collects any form of visitor information – such as through a contact form that requests the visitor’s name, email, and phone number – it is critical that you have a clear and accessible privacy policy in place. This is not just about adhering to best practices; it’s a federal requirement. Understanding Privacy […]
HPS Converges at Roundtable Meeting for Vein and Lymphatic Medicine Discussions
Tampa, FL — The recent roundtable meeting hosted by Vein911 Vein Treatment Centers brought together an esteemed group of 27 members and associates of Health Performance Specialists (HPS) over a dynamic weekend of collaborative learning and knowledge sharing. The event commenced with an illuminating training seminar conducted by Dr. Pittman at Vein911 Vein Treatment Centers […]
HPS Announces Hiring of Chief Marketing Officer
Health Performance Specialists (HPS) announced today the hiring of their new CMO, Chief Marketing Officer, Ashley Ball. “Not only is HPS the largest network of independent vein practices in the US, but the Managing Director, Dr. Chris Pittman M.D., is one of the most talented & passionate doctors I have ever met. I am excited […]
HPS February 2023 Roundtable Meeting Recap
On February 25th & 26th some of the top vein care practices from around the country gathered for what turned out to be one of the most successful HPS roundtable meetings to date. Welcomed by warm weather in sunny, Tampa, FL, the highlights consisted of best clinical protocols, presented by Dr. Thomas Cunningham of Trident […]
Dr. Chris Pittman interviewed on the BackTable Podcast
In this episode, interventional radiologist and vein treatment expert Dr. Chris Pittman and our host Dr. Aaron Fritts discuss the structure and benefits of management services organizations (MSOs). As healthcare moves from a fee-for-service model to a fee-for-value model, MSOs have become increasingly popular. Dr. Pittman gives a brief overview of the services that these […]
Athenahealth and Humana Partner: 4 Things to Know
Athenahealth and Louisville, Ky.-based health insurer Humana inked a multiyear agreement to combine the Watertown, Mass.-based EHR vendor’s software with health plan data, according to a Jan. 12 news release. Four things to know: 1. Athenahealth and Humana will integrate supplemental and clinical data in real time to give providers necessary insights to identify potential time-sensitive gaps […]
What Will CMS Do Under the Biden Administration?
Bolstering the ACA and addressing healthcare inequities perhaps through Medicaid waivers may top the agenda. Experts see a continuation of support of ACOs and growth in enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans. During President Donald Trump’s time in office, Seema Verma headed the CMS, and carried out Trump’s mission of defunding the ACA health insurance exchanges and […]