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top physician software
top physician software
Top EHR software systems for physicians

The importance of implementing effective EHR systems has never been greater. Discover the top EHRs for physicians along with their differences around pricing, features, and capabilities.

provider implementing holiday marketing plan to fill appointments
provider implementing holiday marketing plan to fill appointments
How to create a medical practice holiday marketing plan that fills your schedule

Drive appointments and keep your schedule full through the end of the year.

claim rejections checklist for billers
claim rejections checklist for billers
Claim rejections checklist for medical billing companies

Medical billers can use this checklist to identify and correct common errors prior to submitting claims.

How to help patients maximize their insurance before January
How to help patients maximize their insurance before January
End-of-year health benefits: How to help patients maximize their insurance before January

Learn how to help your patients maximize their year-end health benefits while boosting your practice’s revenue through strategic communication and scheduling.

Doctor and medical staff member discuss ehr for small practices
Doctor and medical staff member discuss ehr for small practices
Benefits of EHRs and EMRs for small private practices

Discover how the right EHR system can transform your small medical practice, boost efficiency, improve patient care, and maximize revenue with minimal disruption.

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healthcare struggles after a move
healthcare struggles after a move
Finding a new healthcare provider after a move can be a struggle

New research finds Americans face significant delays in medical care after relocating

woman watching tiktok medical advice videos
woman watching tiktok medical advice videos
Misleading medical advice on TikTok: Separating fact from fiction

Recent Tebra research reveals a startling amount of misleading medical advice on TikTok, raising concerns about the potential impact on healthcare decisions.

Doctor smiles at camera after reading about CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
Doctor smiles at camera after reading about CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
7 changes in the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule that benefit practices

Here are 7 Medicare reimbursement opportunities in 2025 that can boost practices’ revenue and patient care quality.

GLP-1 Medication in a box
GLP-1 Medication in a box
26% plan to include GLP-1 meds in 2025 goals, led by 37% of Gen Z

Learn how weight-loss drugs are redefining health priorities in the New Year

revenue cycle management news
revenue cycle management news
Vital Signs: A November 2024 wrap-up of revenue cycle management healthcare news

Get November 2024 revenue cycle management news, from Medicare payment updates and staffing challenges to prior authorization changes.

Medical billing company and startup practice professionals discuss billing services
Medical billing company and startup practice professionals discuss billing services
Why it pays to invest in start-up practices as a medical billing company

Discover why billing companies are tapping into start-up practices as a growth strategy — and learn how to turn common concerns into revenue opportunities.

3 colleagues look at computer and celebrate as they get new medical billing business
3 colleagues look at computer and celebrate as they get new medical billing business
Best practices to win new medical billing business

Use these strategies to help your billing company attract and win new clients, strengthen referral networks, and scale sustainably.

Independent physician reads about BCBS settlement
Independent physician reads about BCBS settlement
$2.8 billion Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement: What providers can expect

Medical providers who treated Blue Cross Blue Shield patients may be eligible for compensation from a groundbreaking $2.8B antitrust settlement.

Counselor leads session in office after deciding between in-person vs virtual practice
Counselor leads session in office after deciding between in-person vs virtual practice
Owning an in-person vs. virtual practice

Discover the advantages and challenges of both in-person and virtual counseling practices to make an informed decision.

add-on medical billing services
add-on medical billing services
How medical billing companies can unlock additional revenue with add-on services 

By taking ownership of additional roles beyond billing, billing companies can take their revenue and their practices’ revenue to the next level.

medical billing onboarding
medical billing onboarding
Onboarding a new practice: A guide for medical billing companies

Speed up the onboarding process for your new practice clients and make a strong first impression with tips from our guide.

Physician who just read about AMA CPT changes for 2025
Physician who just read about AMA CPT changes for 2025
What’s new with the AMA CPT code set for 2025

Explore the American Medical Association’s 2025 CPT code changes — plus essential implementation strategies practices can use to boost revenue and ensure compliance.

how to verify patient insurance
how to verify patient insurance
Verifying patient insurance: A checklist of questions and steps

Practices and billing companies can both benefit from this checklist on how to master insurance verification and prevent claim denials.

adopting a sales mindset as a medical biller
adopting a sales mindset as a medical biller
The importance of adopting a sales mindset as a medical biller

By honing sales skills and focusing on providing value, medical billing companies can better demonstrate their worth to potential clients and grow their business.

EHR alert fatigue
EHR alert fatigue
How to address EHR alert fatigue

Addressing alert fatigue can lower the risk of adverse patient events, support better care delivery, and relieve clinician burnout.

Medical staff collaborate on patient care, answering how does EHR improve efficiency
Medical staff collaborate on patient care, answering how does EHR improve efficiency
How EHRs and healthcare technology improve efficiency

Discover how EHRs boost healthcare efficiency. Learn key benefits, best practices, and future trends to optimize your medical practice.

the importance of certified EHR technology
the importance of certified EHR technology
The importance of certified EHR technology

Learn why certified EHR systems are essential for healthcare practices to ensure regulatory compliance, enhance care, and improve operations.

Medical professional reads about history of electronic health records on tablet
Medical professional reads about history of electronic health records on tablet
History of EHRs in healthcare technology

Find out how EHRs have revolutionized healthcare since the 1960s — and what the future holds for providers.

EHR implementation checklist
EHR implementation checklist
EHR implementation checklist for your independent practice

Discover how implementing the right EHR system can transform your practice by streamlining workflows and enhancing patient care — and learn how to overcome common EHR adoption challenges with actionable insights and real-world success stories.

verify insurance to eliminate rejections
verify insurance to eliminate rejections
Eliminate claim rejections and realize more revenue: A step-by-step guide

A simple protocol that helps practice office staff collect and verify insurance information accurately every time.

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