Choosing the Right Doctor for Your Facility: A Checklist for Administrators
Whether you're managing a nursing home, assisted living community, or skilled nursing facility, having a reliable physician isn’t a luxury — it’s essential to operations, compliance, and resident health.
But not all doctors are the right fit.
Some rarely show up. Others are hard to reach. Some document poorly or don’t coordinate well with staff. As an administrator, you need a physician who aligns with your care goals, team workflow, and resident needs.
Here’s a practical checklist to help you evaluate and choose the right Internal Medicine provider for your senior care facility.
✅ 1. Are They Responsive and Available?
A good physician isn’t just available “on paper” — they’re accessible when it matters.
Ask:
Do they return calls or texts promptly?
Will they provide same-day assessments if needed?
Do they support staff with real-time orders?
💡 At Mana Medical, our providers are available throughout the week, with rapid turnaround on urgent issues.
✅ 2. Do They Make Regular, Predictable Rounds?
Consistency builds trust. Residents, staff, and families notice when doctors show up regularly and build rapport.
Ask:
How often do they make their rounds?
Do they commit to a fixed schedule?
Do they visit even if there are no acute issues?
Can you count on them to show up?
💡 Our model is based on continuity — we assign a consistent provider who rounds on a consistent basis either weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly and is familiar with your residents.
✅ 3. Are They Comfortable Managing Geriatric Conditions?
Senior care is complex. You need a provider who’s experienced with multiple comorbidities, dementia, behavioral health, and end-of-life care.
Ask:
Do they have geriatric experience?
How do they approach polypharmacy and goals of care?
Can they manage both chronic and urgent issues?
💡 Mana Medical physicians specializes in Internal Medicine for geriatric patients across nursing homes, ALFs, and board & care settings.
✅ 4. Is Their Documentation Timely and Thorough?
Sloppy or delayed charting causes problems during audits, care conferences, and medication reviews.
Ask:
How quickly do they complete notes?
Are they familiar with your EMR, willing to adapt, and can learn quickly?
Will documentation support compliance and billing?
💡 Our providers document visits promptly, consistently, and work closely with staff to ensure clear communication and compliance.
✅ 5. Do They Collaborate With Your Team?
You need a partner, not a siloed provider. The right doctor communicates with your nurses, caregivers, case managers, and hospice teams.
Ask:
Are they open to participating in care planning?
Do they respond to staff input and concerns?
Can they coordinate with other services like hospice or rehab?
💡 Mana Medical prides itself on being collaborative — we consider ourselves an extension of your care team.
Choose a Doctor Who Adds Value — Not Work
The right physician doesn’t just see residents — they strengthen your operation, reduce liability, and improve quality of care.
Use this checklist when evaluating providers, and don’t settle for anything less than a true partnership.
🤝 Looking for a Physician Team That Checks Every Box?
Mana Medical provides Internal Medicine services to nursing homes, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities throughout Los Angeles and Greater Los Angeles.
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Because your residents deserve more than on-call coverage. They deserve continuity. They deserve care.