Medical Economics

JULY 24, 2025

The company's stock has declined amid these challenges, and broader implications for Medicare Advantage and private insurers are anticipated. SHOW MORE Federal civil and criminal probes target diagnosis coding in Medicare Advantage plans as insurer launches internal review. The company is down 55% from its all-time high.

Billing

Valant

MAY 13, 2025

Do you know how to manage insurance claims to minimize denials and maintain your cash flow? Systems with automated appointment reminders save you money by reducing no-shows. Billing and Revenue Cycle Insurance claims are complex, which is why some practices employ dedicated billing staff. Schedule a demo today.

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Medical Economics

JULY 18, 2025

Patients showed a significant decline in willingness to book appointments when AI was used for therapeutic purposes. Patients were also less likely to say they would book an appointment. Willingness to book an appointment dropped most dramatically when AI was mentioned for therapeutic purposes. “In That rating dropped to 3.80

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CollaborateMD

JUNE 20, 2025

CollaborateMD automates front- and back-office processes like insurance verification, claims submission, and denial management, which are often time-consuming and error-prone when done manually. CollaborateMD’s portal empowers patients to schedule appointments, receive automated reminders, view statements, and make secure payments.

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Physicians Practice

JULY 16, 2025

Most denials trace back to the same handful of problems—wrong demographics, lapsed insurance, missing prior auth, lack of medical necessity or late filing. No theory, no fluff; just concise, actionable guidance that respects tight schedules and delivers measurable results between appointments. Tip 2: Spot the repeat offenders.

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We Care Online

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This article explores how medical professionals can effectively leverage digital platforms to foster stronger patient relationships and improve outcomes. These apps allow patients to track their health metrics, schedule appointments, set medication reminders, and access educational resources at their fingertips.

Medication

CollaborateMD

MARCH 20, 2025

RELATED ARTICLE: 5 Ways Healthcare Technology Helps Improve Patient Engagement What is a Practice Management System? Here’s a breakdown of essential features of practice management systems : Patient Scheduling : Streamline efficient appointment booking while minimizing no-shows through automated reminders.

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Physicians Practice

JUNE 27, 2025

Reynolds Blog Article The small details, like restroom cleanliness, shape patient perceptions and impact healthcare experiences in practices. If the patients have not arrived in the office, contact them to inform them of the delay and offer them the option to reschedule their appointment. 60: Strategic planning with Stephen A.

Communication

The Healthcare Blog

JUNE 11, 2025

In his article “ An Epic Saga: The Origin Story ” he describes how Epic grew to its current size. Epic’s EHR Expansion Plans Epic is more than a basic EHR — it offers existing customers a broad base of capabilities. Interop guru Brendan Keeler has written extensively about Epic. The Appendix provides an extensive list of “Epic Modules.”

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Physicians Practice

JUNE 20, 2025

Reynolds Blog Article Innovative medical practices thrive by embracing change, prioritizing patient care and learning from setbacks to enhance success and satisfaction. Did they have to wait long to obtain an appointment? or less) on an appointment card. " For example, would you wait three or more weeks for an appointment?

Communication

CollaborateMD

MARCH 7, 2025

RELATED ARTICLE: How Automation is Revolutionizing Medical Claims Processing Accuracy What is Automation in Healthcare? Automation tools like RPA in healthcare can handle repetitive tasks like data entry and insurance claim processing to free up valuable time and reduce administrative burden.

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Medical Economics

JUNE 11, 2025

He also noted the stark disparity faced by many patients who encounter hurdles with insurance coverage, medication affordability and delays in specialist care. Recently, he was appointed as a trustee of the C.S. sworn in as 180th AMA president Author(s): Austin Littrell Fact checked by: Keith A.

Medication

Relias

MAY 7, 2025

In the past, healthcare payments from insurers came after providing services to patients, known as a fee-for-service model. This definition encompasses every digital and physical touchpoint a patient has within the healthcare system, from scheduling appointments to receiving treatment and follow-up care.

Patient Experience

Medical Economics

JUNE 27, 2025

The decision emphasizes the HHS secretary's appointment power, preserving political accountability as intended by the Constitution's Framers. Health advocacy groups and insurers praise the ruling for maintaining cost-free preventive care, crucial for early disease detection and reducing healthcare costs.

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Medical Economics

JUNE 9, 2025

30-60 days before closing : Stop taking new appointments. These might include: Canceling future orders from suppliers Terminating your lease Canceling automatic vendor payments Opting not to renew contracts Canceling software subscriptions Notifying utilities and vendors of your last day of service Canceling insurance policies 5.

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Medical Economics

JUNE 9, 2025

Collectively, the updated and new models will be a platform that enables the Innovation Center to realize the vision to help Americans build healthier lives through permanent Medicare and Medicaid programs and the Children’s Health Insurance Program, he said.

Medication

Medical Economics

JUNE 30, 2025

Concerns were raised about the impact of ACIP recommendations on insurance coverage and legal issues, highlighting the importance of clear guidance. It was ACIP’s first meeting with members appointed by Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., To put it bluntly, lives are at risk,” she said.

Medication

Medical Economics

JUNE 17, 2025

Concerns arise over the new appointments' potential impact on the scientific integrity and public trust in vaccine safety and efficacy. The members stated their case in a joint Viewpoint editorial article in JAMA , published June 16. and his appointments of eight new members two days later. has ‘critically weakened’ U.S.

Medication

Medical Economics

JUNE 26, 2025

SHOW MORE RFK-appointed panel approves vaccines for babies, youths and adults in its first official meeting. The votes came on the second day of ACIP’s first gathering with its new members appointed by Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Medication

CollaborateMD

JANUARY 17, 2025

This article offers key drivers behind rising healthcare costs and actionable insights into how providers can reduce expenses without compromising quality patient care. Higher prices for medical services, medications, and insurance premiums directly impact patients’ out-of-pocket expenses. Expensive technologies.

Billing

Medical Economics

JUNE 25, 2025

Gratitude to former members In recent weeks, health care advocates and medical organizations blasted Kennedy’s action to dissolve the 17-member ACIP and appoint new members without public vetting of their backgrounds. debate best use of money for HHS June 23rd 2025 Ep. 70: The state of private practice with Paul Berggreen, M.D., Adler, J.D.,

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Medical Economics

JULY 24, 2025

Meanwhile, enrollees will pay an average of $198 in premiums this year due to overpayments to MA insurers. He used the example of a Texas surgeon who had a conflict with an insurer, then used a GoFundMe online fundraiser to keep her practice afloat. What are consumers getting for all of this money?

Insurance

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

JUNE 30, 2025

We log our moods and lifestyles with apps, we wear devices that track our health and fitness metrics, we have doctor’s appointments outside of our annual physicals. You can unsubscribe at anytime. People share their healthcare information constantly, in ways that go far beyond the PHQ-9. history BioPharma Dive RFK Jr.-appointed

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

JUNE 30, 2025

Alamy Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. In May, three investment banks downgraded UnitedHealth , citing increased utilization challenges for its insurer UnitedHealthcare and a report that the company is under investigation by the Department of Justice. You can unsubscribe at anytime. on May 5, 2023.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

JUNE 30, 2025

appointed panel recommends flu shots be free of contested preservative KFF Health News Too Sick To Work, Some Americans Worry Trump’s Bill Will Strip Their Health Insurance View all Events 07 JUL Webinar | 10 a.m. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Medicare scheme is one of the largest such busts in U.S. history BioPharma Dive RFK Jr.-appointed

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Medical Economics

JULY 28, 2025

could fire USPSTF members Author(s): Richard Payerchin Fact checked by: Todd Shryock Key Takeaways The AMA stresses the importance of USPSTF's evidence-based recommendations in preventive healthcare and insurance coverage policies. By law, insurers must cover USPSTF-recommended services without cost sharing.

Insurance

Electronic Health Reporter

MARCH 31, 2020

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Maven, the largest telemedicine provider for women’s and family health, announced a new partnership with MassHealth, the Massachusetts, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program. Illegal copying is prohibited.

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The HIPAA Journal

MAY 19, 2025

The California health insurance exchange, Covered California, has been found to be sharing sensitive data with LinkedIn via website trackers, according to an investigation by The Markup. The post California Health Insurance Exchange Sent Sensitive User Data to LinkedIn appeared first on The HIPAA Journal.

Insurance

Scrubs

MARCH 21, 2023

Her regular doctor, Dr. Rebecca Hemphill, used the AI app during her last two medical appointments at MaineHealth. Nobody went into medicine to write notes or fill out insurance authorization forms,” said J. The main thing is she can concentrate more on a patient and not be typing on a keyboard and glancing over,” Vaughan said. “It

Hospital

Scrubs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

In this article, we aim to debunk these myths and shed light on the real responsibilities, qualifications, and contributions of medical assistants in today’s healthcare landscape. At the same time, they manage administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, and maintaining patient records.

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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

JULY 23, 2025

Courtesy of Sutter Health Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Manemann’s selection as COO is the latest in a string of executive appointments for Sutter. Sutter is also dealing with other operational challenges facing providers, including contract spats with major insurers. You can unsubscribe at anytime.

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Health Populi

AUGUST 23, 2021

One of the challenges has been price transparency, which is the central premise of this weekend’s New York Times research-rich article by reporters Sarah Kliff and Josh Katz: Hospitals and Insurers Didn’t Want You to See These Prices. But that just isn’t happening. Here’s Why. health citizens.

Patient Experience

Health Populi

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Using digital tech has improved consumers’ experiences with health care providers across a range of tasks: 53% told Philips it’s easier to schedule appointments, 47% think it’s easier to get test results, 42% receive appointment reminders, and 27% are able to monitor health indicators on their own.

Patient Experience

Valant

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Choosing an EHR built for behavioral health can be especially helpful for evidence-based talk therapies requiring frequent appointments. In this article, we’ll explore how EHRs designed for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can benefit practices and patients.

Appointments

Health Populi

JULY 19, 2022

This gesture is enabling families to get to medical appointments around Paducah, Kentucky where, this week, car drivers faced regular gas priced at an average of $4.16 Some patients dealing with cancer at Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital have been supplied with gas cards. a gallon compared with $2.92 one year ago.

Insurance

CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In this article, we will help you understand this dynamic and complex problem. RELATED ARTICLE:  Incorporating Patient Feedback to Improve Practice Productivity Why Patient Feedback Matters Patient feedback helps you define common problems in your practice. Patients may have to make appointments weeks or months in advance.

Follow-Up

Valant

MAY 3, 2024

In this article, we will examine some of the key forms your mental health private practice needs and what these forms should include, and we will share several resources to get you started. policies for no-show appointments). Your practice’s fee for a no-show may be higher, and, as with cancellation fees, is not covered by insurance.

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