All medical practices are constantly seeking ways to optimize their services and generate additional revenue streams. One such opportunity lies in the often overlooked realm of immigration physicals. We will show how medical practice can successfully implement immigration physicals, leading to a surge in cash revenue and improved patient services.
For WCH the challenge was clear – finding a solution to bolster a practice's revenue while providing valuable services to patients. The answer came in the form of immigration physicals, a crucial requirement for individuals seeking to change their immigration status or apply for a green card in the United States.
The importance of immigration physicals cannot be overstated. As per the regulations set by the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), only designated civil surgeons are authorized to perform these physicals. It means regular licensed doctors are unable to complete the necessary forms and certifications.
For practices operating in large residential areas with diverse populations, the potential for a robust clientele seeking immigration physicals was immense. WCH recommended that such practices consider adding this service to their portfolio, tapping into the unmet demand and ensuring compliance with immigration requirements.
After careful consideration, Doctor C, a physician in a bustling practice catering to English, Spanish, and Russian-speaking patients, decided to seize the opportunity. The process involved becoming a designated civil surgeon, which WCH seamlessly facilitated. The certification process took approximately three months, and WCH handled all the necessary steps, minimizing any hassle for the practice.
The results were astounding. By offering immigration physicals, the practice began receiving around five referrals from immigrants each week. Each referral translated to a substantial cash revenue, ranging from $500 to $700. The practice not only diversified its revenue streams but also provided a valuable service to individuals in need.
The case study of Doctor C's practice exemplifies how healthcare providers can tap into niche services to drive revenue growth and improve patient care. The addition of immigration physicals proved to be a lucrative venture, aligning with the practice's expertise and patient demographics. By leveraging the expertise of WCH and navigating the process of becoming a designated civil surgeon, Doctor C's practice successfully transformed a challenge into an opportunity, setting a commendable example for others in the industry. Embracing such initiatives can be a game changer for medical practices, fostering sustainable growth, and ensuring a bright future in the ever-changing healthcare landscape.
