CONSULTANTS IN URGENT CARE
 
"National Med Network has enabled our urgent care operations to thrive in only 5 months with much thanks to their supporting staff and consultants."


Brent Cosens - SE Kansas Urgent Care
FAQ
 

Urgent Care Start Up Checklist

Initially Site Selection Develop Floor Plan Capital Equipment Needs
Contractor Marketing Billing Computer Systems
Risk Management/Accreditation Interior Plan Staffing Training
Additional Services Order Placement Grand–Opening Pre-Opening

 

      Initially:
  • Determine General Location
  • Demographics Research
  • Marketing Assessment
  • Determine Ownership
  • Business Plan
  • Identify Funding Source


    • Site Selection:
  • Rent / Build / Purchase
  • Site Survey
  • Architect


    • Develop Floor Plan
  • Leasehold Improvements and Construction Costs
  • Associated Costs (Insurance, Common Area, Fees, Taxes)


    • Capital Equipment Needs:
  • Radiology
  • Phone Systems
  • Computer Systems
  • Practice Software
  • Medical Equipment


    • Contractor:
  • References
  • Zoning & Permits
  • Signage Permits
  • Construction Timetable


    • Marketing:
  • Strategic Plan
  • Signage / Logo / Name Development
  • Target Area
  • Develop Materials
  • Services Spectrum
  • Advertising
  • Hours of Operation


    • Billing:
  • Credentialing
  • Managed Care Contracting
  • Third Party Payors
  • Medicare
  • State Funded Programs
  • Worker’s Compensation Carriers
  • Set Fee Schedule
  • Select Billing Company


    • Computer Systems:
  • Practice Management Software
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Other Operational Software
  • Dispensing Software
  • IT Support
  • Website Development
  • Hardware Needs


    • Risk Management and Accreditation:
  • Policy and Procedures
  • Compliance


    • Interior Plan:
  • Design and Décor Elements
  • Lighting
  • Windows and Doors
  • Cabinetry and Counters
  • Flooring


    • Staffing:
  • Establish Staffing Model
  • Hours of Operation
  • Benefits
  • Background Checks
  • Licensure Verification
  • Forms and Files
  • Develop Employee Manual
  • Interviews
  • Offer
  • Drug Testing / Exam
  • Uniforms


    • Training:
  • Policy and Procedure
  • Training Manual
  • Computer Training
  • Certifications (EBT, D/S Collections)


    • Additional Services:
  • Janitorial
  • Security
  • Landscaping
  • IT Support


    • Order Placement:
  • Finalize Capital Equipment Needs and Place Orders
  • Finalize Disposables and Place Orders
  • Determine Formulary (Change Address on DEA)
  • Office Supplies and Furniture
  • Office Equipment


    • Grand–Opening Planning
  • Mailers / Postcards
  • Giveaways
  • Target Attendees
  • Ribbon Cutting
  • Contact Media
  • Contact Chamber of Commerce


    • Pre-Opening:
  • Equipment Installation
  • Training
  • Clinic Set-up
  • Dry-Run - Debug
  • Tours
 
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