The HIPAA Journal

MAY 21, 2025

Biggest Healthcare Data Breaches in April 2025 In April, 27 data breaches of 10,000 or more records were reported to OCR, including 11 data breaches of 100,000 or more records. The post April 2025 Healthcare Data Breach Report appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

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Valant

JULY 9, 2025

Many therapists use AI transcription services during sessions instead of documenting sessions by hand. Clinical documentation is a particularly important application of AI technology because documentation so often contributes to provider burnout. June 4, 2021 ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified 2025 – F41.9

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Health Prime

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Being so close to the New Year, it is of high importance that your medical practice finishes its medical billing in good time. Here are three essential tasks to help you wrap up your medical billing for the New Year: 1. Document these adjustments properly to keep your records updated.

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Billing Medication Follow-Up Insurance 52

Medical Economics

JUNE 30, 2025

AI in Staffing and Documentation (00:11:32) Explores AI’s role in automating scheduling and its success in clinical documentation (ambient scribing). Future Steps in Documentation and Efficiency (00:13:49) Considers whether agent AI can further automate tasks like billing and multi-step processes. Singer, M.D.

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Diagnostics Documentation Customer Service Scheduling 72

Physicians Practice

JULY 21, 2025

Finally, document everything in real time. Train your staff to document thoroughly, avoid excessive reliance on EHR templates, and regularly review your practice's documentation standards. Part 1) Austin Littrell July 21st 2025 Podcast American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D.,

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Physicians Practice

JULY 15, 2025

Recent Videos Related Content Practice tip of the week: Starting an RPM program Physicians Practice Staff July 14th 2025 Article Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts. of Roetzel & Andress Austin Littrell June 9th 2025 Podcast Ericka Adler, J.D., 68: Hidden risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs with Ericka L.

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Physicians Practice

JUNE 9, 2025

of Roetzel & Andress June 9, 2025 By Austin Littrell Fact checked by Keith A. Off-Label Use Legal Concerns (00:02:49)** Explains legal concerns with off-label prescribing and how to mitigate risks through documentation and informed consent. Austin Littrell June 2nd 2025 Podcast Tom Price, M.D., Adler, J.D., Price, M.D.

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Physicians Practice

JULY 24, 2025

Recent Videos Related Content 5 signs your small practice needs new management software Austin Littrell July 23rd 2025 Article Private practices face mounting challenges, from staffing shortages to reimbursement pressures. Part 1) Austin Littrell July 21st 2025 Podcast American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D.,

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Physicians Practice

JULY 15, 2025

July 15, 2025 By Keith A. Recent Videos Related Content Practice tip of the week: Starting an RPM program Physicians Practice Staff July 14th 2025 Article Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts. Dickens of SVMIC Austin Littrell April 14th 2025 Podcast Stephen A. 60: Strategic planning with Stephen A.

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Physicians Practice

JULY 8, 2025

Reynolds July 8th 2025 Article Discover effective strategies to reduce overhead costs in medical practices without layoffs, enhancing staff morale and improving patient care. of AIMPA Austin Littrell June 23rd 2025 Podcast Paul Berggreen, M.D., Recent Videos Related Content 7 ways to cut overhead without cutting staff Keith A.

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Billing Communication Documentation Patient Satisfaction 66

Physicians Practice

JULY 23, 2025

Recent Videos Related Content Key RPM takeaways from the 2026 PFS proposed rule Daniel Tashnek, JD July 23rd 2025 Article Proposed changes to remote care management by CMS enhance flexibility and reimbursement, reshaping patient monitoring and integrated care for providers. of AIMPA Austin Littrell June 23rd 2025 Podcast Paul Berggreen, M.D.,

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Arkenea

JULY 9, 2025

In 2025, successful Epic implementation must address emerging requirements including artificial intelligence integration, cloud computing capabilities, and enhanced interoperability standards that have become essential for modern healthcare delivery. Epic’s flexibility supports most specialty needs through configuration.

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The HIPAA Journal

JULY 10, 2025

Arlington Occupational Health and Wellness in Texas was added to the group’s data leak site on July 4, 2025, along with samples of the stolen data and links to the full dataset. The group claims to have published a huge variety of documents, including EMRs, test results, patient histories, and billing information.

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Physicians Practice

JUNE 24, 2025

That means décor is not a luxury add-on; it is an operational tool every bit as critical as the EHR or billing software. 66: AI diagnostic tools with Mark Daly of Digital Diagnostics Austin Littrell May 27th 2025 Podcast Mark Daly of Digital Diagnostics joins the show to discuss AI diagnostic tools.

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Medical Economics

JULY 25, 2025

After two decades in the medical billing industry, we’ve seen too many trustworthy physicians get blindsided by audit requests, scrambling to gather documentation while trying to understand what went wrong. The problem isn’t necessarily the volume — it’s when the documentation doesn’t support what you’re billing for.

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Physicians Practice

JULY 18, 2025

Reynolds July 17th 2025 Article Use these strategies to boost your front-desk team's engagement and satisfaction, ensuring smoother patient interactions and higher revenue. of AIMPA Austin Littrell June 23rd 2025 Podcast Paul Berggreen, M.D., of AIMPA Austin Littrell June 23rd 2025 Podcast Paul Berggreen, M.D.,

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Billing Communication Documentation Medication 69

Physicians Practice

JUNE 6, 2025

Recent Videos Related Content Patient loyalty: Encourage them to keep coming back Neil Baum, MD June 6th 2025 Article Creating memorable patient experiences boosts loyalty and encourages repeat visits to your medical practice. Austin Littrell June 2nd 2025 Podcast Tom Price, M.D., Transform interactions into lasting connections.

Billing 52

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Physicians Practice

JULY 2, 2025

July 2, 2025 By Neil Baum, MD Fact checked by Keith A. Reynolds July 2nd 2025 Article Prepare your medical practice for July Fourth challenges with proactive planning, clear communication and essential supplies to ensure smooth operations. of Roetzel & Andress Austin Littrell June 9th 2025 Podcast Ericka Adler, J.D.,

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Physicians Practice

JULY 16, 2025

Tip 3: Act fast and document. Recent Videos Related Content What the new primary care patient management code means for your practice Alexandria Foley, MSN, RN June 26th 2025 Article Medicare's new APCM codes empower primary care providers to bill for complex patient management without time constraints, enhancing chronic care delivery.

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Billing Communication Documentation Medication 52

Physicians Practice

JUNE 19, 2025

Smartphones sit on the reception counter, physicians tap tablets at the bedside, and billing staff troubleshoot laptops from home. It is a living compliance document that defines who may use which gadget, under what security controls, and with what consequences for slip-ups.

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Diagnostics Billing Communication HIPAA 52

Physicians Practice

JULY 15, 2025

Here’s how this typically works: The health plan sends an explanation of benefits (EOB) document to the member via mail or email. This document informs the member how much they may owe out of pocket based on the contractual adjustment and the amount paid by the health plan.

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Billing Communication Documentation Collaboration 59

Medical Economics

JULY 15, 2025

Another finding: about 40% of all denials were due to billing errors by health care providers or processing mistakes by insurers—a reminder that many denials are not based on medical necessity or policy rules, but administrative mishaps. Related Videos Related Content Advertisement July 15th 2025 U.S. with attorney Richard H.

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Insurance Billing Medication Follow-Up 89

Physicians Practice

JUNE 25, 2025

June 25, 2025 By Neil Baum, MD Fact checked by Keith A. Reynolds June 24th 2025 Article Thoughtful design in medical practices enhance patient experience, boost staff productivity, and improve online reviews without major renovations. of AIMPA Austin Littrell June 23rd 2025 Podcast Paul Berggreen, M.D.,

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Billing Communication Documentation Patient Experience 52

Physicians Practice

JULY 25, 2025

Recent Videos Related Content Replace your résumé with a vis-u-me Neil Baum, MD July 25th 2025 Article Video résumés revolutionize job applications, showcasing personality and skills, while traditional résumés fade. Part 1) Austin Littrell July 21st 2025 Podcast American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D.,

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Billing Communication Documentation Scheduling 52

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

We’re shifting our focus to the reports you should run regularly in 2025 to keep a pulse on your practice’s ongoing performance. By consistently monitoring these key areas, you can ensure operational efficiency, financial health, and compliance, ultimately enhancing the quality of care you provide to your patients.

Medication 52

Medication Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Medical Economics

JULY 1, 2025

Nearly one-third (28%) said physicians spent between 7 and 12 of those minutes focused on documentation. In that context, it’s not hard to understand why AI-powered ambient documentation that transcribes and organizes patient conversations into electronic health records (EHRs), is gaining favor.

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Valant

MAY 13, 2025

Practice management skills like scheduling, billing, documentation, and compliance can protect you from professional burnout and set you on a path to success. Billing and Revenue Cycle Insurance claims are complex, which is why some practices employ dedicated billing staff.

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Billing Scheduling Documentation Administrative Work 85

Physicians Practice

JULY 24, 2025

Handle billing with sensitivity. Notice of claim You’ll typically receive a letter or legal document notifying you that a claim has been filed. Reynolds Blog Article Physicians face malpractice claims throughout their careers. Learn proactive steps and the claims process to navigate these challenges confidently.

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Mobius MD

JANUARY 1, 2025

Youve found the best EMR for your specialty and streamlined your documentation workflow. However, managing a successful medical practice in 2025 will require lots of work beyond the EMR. Here are 6 of our favorite medical practice software tools in 2025, each with a different purpose.

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Medication Scheduling Follow-Up Documentation 52

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Were shifting our focus to the reports you should run regularly in 2025 to keep a pulse on your practices ongoing performance. To take action, follow up promptly on overdue accounts, review and optimize your billing processes to reduce delays, and consider implementing automated reminders for patients and insurance companies.

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Medication Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Medical Economics

JULY 8, 2025

Appeal faster with templates Maintain three ready-to-use letters in your billing system: one for medical-necessity denials, one for coding edits and one for missing prior authorizations. If coding errors trace back to thin documentation, update clinical templates and review the fix with providers during a quick huddle.

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Huddles/Rounds Follow-Up Medication Patient Experience 66

CollaborateMD

APRIL 3, 2025

Healthcare practices are often plagued with medical billing compliance questions like: “Am I upcoding?” ” With all of these concerns, it’s vital that providers and billing departments understand and follow the key elements of proper medical billing compliance to run a successful practice.

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Medical Economics

JUNE 12, 2025

AI use is rising, but confidence is lagging Fifty-seven percent of responding physicians reported using AI tools in their practice, mostly for tasks like documentation and billing, in the form of chatbots, and even for assistance with diagnostics. 40% believed AI could improve billing accuracy and treatment planning.

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Diagnostics Billing Collaboration Documentation 112

Relias

JULY 15, 2025

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) , passed into law on July 4, 2025, includes major healthcare policy changes affecting all levels of acute care. Also known as the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB), the federal legislation establishes the Rural Health Transformation Program and allocates $50 billion in funding over five years.

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Acute Care Billing Diagnostics Hospital 40

Physicians Practice

JUNE 9, 2025

Physicians Practice Digital Edition June 2025 The latest issue of the Physicians Practice digital edition has gone live. 66: AI diagnostic tools with Mark Daly of Digital Diagnostics Austin Littrell May 27th 2025 Podcast Mark Daly of Digital Diagnostics joins the show to discuss AI diagnostic tools. Singer, M.D. Singer, M.D.,

Diagnostics 52

Diagnostics Billing Communication Documentation 52

Valant

JULY 23, 2025

Valant lets you launch sessions directly from your calendar, access patient charts during visits, and document as you go, without switching between platforms. Look for integrated tools that let you take notes during sessions, auto-fill documentation, and track outcomes without switching between multiple platforms.

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Documentation HIPAA Communication Patient Records 52

The HIPAA Journal

MAY 21, 2025

NRS completed the review in February 2025 and informed Harbin Clinic that some of the copied files contained data related to patients and guarantors whose accounts were sent to collections, as well as individuals involved in other legal proceedings. During that time, files and folders were copied from its network without authorization.

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