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Medical practice manager smiles while reading about medical coding updates 2025 on computer
Medical practice manager smiles while reading about medical coding updates 2025 on computer
Improve your medical practice’s financial sustainability: Leverage the 2025 ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding updates

Learn about critical medical coding updates for 2025 — including 252 new ICD-10 codes and 270 new CPT codes — to boost your practice’s revenue and compliance.

how to get more patients
how to get more patients
The guide to attracting patients to your medical practice

Get patients in the door with these marketing and patient engagement tips.

Physicians discuss protecting patient privacy and security in the digital age
Physicians discuss protecting patient privacy and security in the digital age
Protecting patient privacy in the digital age: Best practices for medical clinics

Explore the significance of patient data privacy, the latest in security measures, and the world of health data regulations. Learn how medical practices can ensure patient safety in the digital age.

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Multicultural group smiling while sitting at a table
Importance of cultural competence in healthcare

What to know about how one’s cultural context impacts their view of healthcare.

artificial intelligence (AI) for doctors
artificial intelligence (AI) for doctors
Artificial intelligence in healthcare: How doctors use AI today and what’s to come

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning could revolutionize clinical medicine.

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colleagues discussing diagnosis vs external cause coding
colleagues discussing diagnosis vs external cause coding
Why isn’t “bitten by a dog” a valid diagnosis for coding? Diagnosis vs external cause coding rules explained

Learn what the coding rules are for capturing injuries vs. the cause of the injury and get expert tips on how to properly document for ICD-10 code assignment.

tebra survey on weight loss drug benefits
tebra survey on weight loss drug benefits
Weighing in on employee benefits: Employees demand weight loss coverage

Explore the rising demand for weight-loss drugs in health plans with insights from Tebra’s latest employee survey.

2023 healthcare jobs outlook
2023 healthcare jobs outlook
Exploring healthcare careers: Navigating job opportunities and industry growth

Data about emerging trends and predictions of healthcare employment in the US for 2024.

healthcare worker shortages analysis
healthcare worker shortages analysis
From layoffs to AI: The challenges of hiring for healthcare jobs in 2024

Learn more about the challenges and opportunities among healthcare workers, and the choices providers and clinical managers face today.

patient waiting room music survey
patient waiting room music survey
Music’s effect on the waiting room experience: A patient survey

Explore the surprising impact of music on patient experiences and healthcare habits, and learn more about the best music to play in a waiting room.

Physician applies telehealth best practices while speaking with a patient during a video call appointment
Physician applies telehealth best practices while speaking with a patient during a video call appointment
10 telehealth best practices

Telehealth is here to stay. Here are 10 effective strategies to assist your practice in seamlessly incorporating telehealth long-term.

healthcare observances calendar
healthcare observances calendar
Complete 2024 calendar of health observances and holidays in the US (free monthly downloads)

Health observance calendars make it easier for practices to market proactive care services to patients. Get organized and boost your healthcare marketing efforts with our free calendar.

Medical practice manager reads about revenue cycle management news
Medical practice manager reads about revenue cycle management news
Vital Signs: A wrap-up of revenue cycle management news for December 2023

This December 2023 RCM wrap-up includes compliance updates, preparations for new codes, and fee schedule changes.

Graphic with spotlight on medical practice depicting patient survey about independent practices
Graphic with spotlight on medical practice depicting patient survey about independent practices
Survey: Patients prefer personalized care from independent practices above corporate providers

Tebra surveyed 1,146 US adults with current healthcare providers to learn about their preferences between independent healthcare providers and health systems and corporate-based providers.

Woman on phone scheduling patients for appointments.
Woman on phone scheduling patients for appointments.
The top reasons patients no-show or cancel

Develop simple, actionable solutions to address the no-show and cancellation challenges your practice faces.

Patients look at medical billing documents enabling a good patient payment experience
Patients look at medical billing documents enabling a good patient payment experience
How to streamline the patient payment experience and medical billing process

Get expert insights into medical billing process efficiencies that will help your independent practice or medical billing company be more profitable.

Medical practice owner types policy guidelines for terminating a patient relationship
Medical practice owner types policy guidelines for terminating a patient relationship
Terminating a patient relationship: A guide for practices and providers (includes sample letters)

Terminating a patient relationship is never easy but sometimes necessary. Here are best practices you need to know, plus sample letter templates.

healthcare AI
healthcare AI
Healthcare AI and HIPAA privacy concerns: Everything you need to know

Healthcare AI has enormous potential to benefit practices — and to violate HIPAA. Here’s what you need to know to stay in compliance.

revenue cycle management healthcare
revenue cycle management healthcare
RCM: The ultimate guide to improve practice fiscal health

Improving practice financial health is as simple as improving revenue cycle management.

Independent medical provider reads about outsourced billing services
Independent medical provider reads about outsourced billing services
How to outsource medical billing to master revenue management

Looking to outsource medical billing? Read our complete guide to outsourced billing services to determine if it’s right for your practice.

Person reviewing insurance appeal letter
Person reviewing insurance appeal letter
Sample letter for appealing a health insurance claim denial

The often labor-intensive process of reworking a denied claim and compiling additional documentation can deter practices from submitting an appeal.

best podcasts for doctors
best podcasts for doctors
8 best podcasts for doctors and healthcare providers

Stay current with healthcare and business with some of the best medical podcasts for doctors.

Nurse practitioner laws by state
Nurse practitioner laws by state
Behind the scenes: Comparing independent and corporate healthcare practices

Tebra investigated how independent healthcare providers can compete with corporate- and health system-based providers. Here are the findings.

what is the best approach to handling patient cancellations
what is the best approach to handling patient cancellations
What is the best approach to handling patient cancellations?

Managing cancellations and no-shows is critical for both patient health and practice performance. Here’s why cancellations happen for both patients and providers — and how to avoid them.

what is revenue cycle in healthcare
what is revenue cycle in healthcare
RCM: The ultimate guide to healthcare revenue cycle management

Learn about RCM, including what it is, what it involves, and how to improve it for practice success.

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