Is the new policy you started last month still in effect? Maybe not. Often, great ideas for changing the way something is done are implemented, only to disappear. Unfortunately, the physician is usually the last one to realize this.

That's why following through is the most important component of making changes in your practice. Polly Neely, Director of Professional services at MARCO Ophthalmics, suggests making sure someone is assigned to keep tabs on the change who can measure the effectiveness of the change and report back to you. Regular meetings to discuss the status and effectiveness of changes will also help.