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Physician reads April 2025 revenue cycle management healthcare news on laptop
Physician reads April 2025 revenue cycle management healthcare news on laptop
Vital Signs: An April 2025 wrap-up of revenue cycle management healthcare news

Learn about Medicare Advantage payment increases, GLP-1 coverage updates, burnout solutions, and cost strategies for your practice or billing company.

Physicians and clinical staff member look at tablet and collaborate on how to make prescribing easier
Physicians and clinical staff member look at tablet and collaborate on how to make prescribing easier
How to delegate e-prescriptions without compromising accuracy

Reduce your prescribing workload with safe, compliant eRx order delegation. Learn how to streamline workflows without sacrificing accuracy.

Billing manager looks at claim denial, considering overlooked medical billing codes
Billing manager looks at claim denial, considering overlooked medical billing codes
The hidden revenue boosters: Overlooked billing codes that can increase your bottom line

Overlooked medical billing codes can drastically impact practice revenue. Use these strategies to prevent claim denials and maximize reimbursements.

Medical biller examines claim denials to stop revenue leaks in medical billing
Medical biller examines claim denials to stop revenue leaks in medical billing
6 keys to stopping revenue leaks in medical billing

Learn the exact steps to significantly reduce denials and improve reimbursement rates.

A healthcare professional discussing a chart with a patient in a clinical setting.
A healthcare professional discussing a chart with a patient in a clinical setting.
The silent struggle: Why patients hesitate to ask about GLP-1 medications

Many patients want to ask their doctors about GLP-1 medications — but over half are staying silent.

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AI in medical billing
AI in medical billing
Understanding AI: A medical biller’s guide to essential terms

Learn essential AI terms for medical billing to evaluate software, improve claim accuracy, and boost revenue cycle efficiency.

solo private mental health practice as a parent
solo private mental health practice as a parent
Balancing a solo mental health practice and parenthood

The excitement and strain of running a private practice serve as a double-edged sword for parents.

May 2025 healthcare observances
May 2025 healthcare observances
May 2025 healthcare observances and marketing ideas

May’s healthcare observances offer perfect opportunities to strengthen patient relationships and boost your practice’s community outreach efforts.

HIPAA cybersecurity resources
HIPAA cybersecurity resources
How medical billing companies can practice cybersecurity (and prepare for proposed HIPAA changes) on a budget

These cost-effective resources can help you maintain compliance — and protect patients and providers.

Smiling physician using telehealth software with patient
Smiling physician using telehealth software with patient
How to choose the best telehealth software for your practice

Discover key features, compare top HIPAA-compliant platforms, and get expert tips to select the ideal telehealth software for your independent practice.

Microdosing GLP-1 medications: A new weight-loss trend?

New data from Tebra highlights who’s microdosing, why, and the mixed reactions about this approach.

tax planning for private practice
tax planning for private practice
Essential tax planning strategies for medical practice owners

Tax planning helps you minimize stress, prevent filing issues, and support business growth and personal savings goals.

Nurse smiles while working with eRx software on tablet
Nurse smiles while working with eRx software on tablet
How long does it take for a pharmacy to receive an electronic prescription?

See how fast e-prescriptions reach pharmacies, what slows them down, and how Tebra can help you cut errors and save prescribing time.

Provider considering potential Medicare telehealth cuts
Provider considering potential Medicare telehealth cuts
Potential telehealth cuts under Trump: What providers need to know

The expanded telehealth coverage has been extended multiple times, with the most recent extension now set to expire on September 30, 2025.

physician associate at a private practice
physician associate at a private practice
How to leverage physician associates in your medical practice to generate more revenue

PAs can help medical practices increase revenue, lower costs, and boost patient satisfaction.

Physicians reads March revenue cycle management healthcare news on computer
Physicians reads March revenue cycle management healthcare news on computer
Vital Signs: A March 2025 wrap-up of revenue cycle management healthcare news

These essential RCM updates cover extended telehealth benefits, potential Medicaid cuts, AI in healthcare, and compliance insights.

medical bills removed from credit report
medical bills removed from credit report
Medical bills removed from credit reports could affect your patient collections: Here’s how to prepare

Learn how your practice can prepare if medical bills are removed from credit reports.

billing company providing added value to client
billing company providing added value to client
The competitive advantage: 5 ways medical billing companies can provide added value to clients

Discover game-changing strategies for billing companies to provide exceptional value, stand out from competitors, and boost client retention and revenue.

ancillary services, such as a lab, can boost medical practice revenue
ancillary services, such as a lab, can boost medical practice revenue
How to unlock new revenue streams for your private practice (free worksheets)

If you’re not offering ancillary services, you might be missing out on revenue. Here’s how to get started.

medical billing challenges 2025
medical billing challenges 2025
2025’s medical billing pain points: Insights and solutions for billers

Medical billing in 2025 is bringing rising denials, staffing shortages, and tech investment hurdles. Discover the strategies billing professionals need to stay ahead and protect their revenue.

Physician smiles at patient after practice implements April healthcare marketing ideas
Physician smiles at patient after practice implements April healthcare marketing ideas
April 2025 healthcare observances and marketing ideas

Discover how leveraging April’s health observances can boost patient engagement and position your practice as a community health leader.

A doctor using a stethoscope to check a male patient's heartbeat in a medical office.
A doctor using a stethoscope to check a male patient's heartbeat in a medical office.
Why patients miss appointments and how practices can help

No-shows and canceled appointments are costing practices over $22,000 per year.

Physician and vendor discuss EHR cost while looking at tablet
Physician and vendor discuss EHR cost while looking at tablet
How much does an EHR system cost? (Budget template included)

Discover how to budget for EHR costs in your independent practice, with benefits and tips for maximizing your electronic health record software investment.

Physician smiles while working on EHR RFP
Physician smiles while working on EHR RFP
How to write an RFP for an EHR (template included)

A well-executed RFP paves the way for a smooth EHR implementation.

Physician reads article on computer explaining "what is EMR"
Physician reads article on computer explaining "what is EMR"
What is an EMR? The definitive guide to electronic medical record systems

Access this comprehensive guide to learn about all aspects of electronic patient records.

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