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dry january 2024 trends
dry january 2024 trends
Cheers to health: Medical benefits of Dry January and cutting back on alcohol

A look at the rising trends of Dry January and Damp January and their impact on mental and physical health as revealed by regional interest and healthcare experts.

urgent care lessons
urgent care lessons
What private healthcare practices can learn from urgent care centers

Grow an independent practice and perfect patient retention by following the example of urgent care centers.

medical billing staff practicing cybersecurity to protect patient data
medical billing staff practicing cybersecurity to protect patient data
Cybersecurity in medical billing: Protecting patient data in the age of AI

Cybersecurity has shifted from an IT concern to business-critical priority.

healthcare back office
healthcare back office
Bridge the gap between the healthcare back office and front desk

Good communication between the back office and front desk is necessary for quality care. It’s time to create a cohesive team.

Smiling person looks at phone making a Google appointment with a healthcare provider
Smiling person looks at phone making a Google appointment with a healthcare provider
Patients can book directly through Google Appointments

Follow these simple steps to increase your online reach and allow patients to find you — for long-term practice success.

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learning the advantages and disadvantages of online medical appointment systems
learning the advantages and disadvantages of online medical appointment systems
The pros and cons of online patient scheduling

Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of offering online appointment scheduling for patients.

medical front office staff smiling and collaborating
medical front office staff smiling and collaborating
How to attract and retain patients by focusing on front-office staff

There are a number of ways you can support and encourage staff so they help you achieve your goals of attracting and retaining patients.

Person looks at medical bill exemplifying the most frustrating digital pain points patients experience
Person looks at medical bill exemplifying the most frustrating digital pain points patients experience
Booking to billing: The 6 most frustrating digital pain points for patients

Discover the 6 digital frustrations driving patients away from your practice and learn simple solutions to boost retention and revenue.

Doctor focuses on computer to prevent patient churn with AI
Doctor focuses on computer to prevent patient churn with AI
How AI-powered review insights can help you spot — and prevent — patient churn

Transform patient feedback into actionable insights with AI-powered review analysis that spots churn risks early and helps you retain more patients.

medical practice leaders discussing ways to reduce and reinvest operating costs
medical practice leaders discussing ways to reduce and reinvest operating costs
Reduce and reinvest operating costs at your medical practice (free worksheets)

Discover cost-reduction strategies used by successful independent practices, plus access free worksheets.

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.

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Your opinion matters — complete our 3-question survey and let us know what impact The Intake newsletters have had on your business. After completing the survey, you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card.

A practice that uses competitive differentiation can grow
A practice that uses competitive differentiation can grow
Medical practice growth through competitive differentiation: Free guide and worksheets

Strengths like same-day appointments or telehealth are powerful marketing tools when your competitors don’t offer them.

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.

physician using EHR or EMR
physician using EHR or EMR
EMR vs. EHR explained: Differences, benefits, and how to choose the right system

The price tag alone should not be the determining factor in whether an EMR vs. EHR is the right choice for your practice.

Physician looks at billing software on computer after reading August 2025 RCM healthcare news
Physician looks at billing software on computer after reading August 2025 RCM healthcare news
Vital Signs: An August 2025 RCM healthcare news wrap-up

Stay ahead of August 2025 RCM healthcare news impacting your practice: Cigna E/M changes, telehealth rollbacks, AI solutions, and cybersecurity risks.

physicians reading 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule
physicians reading 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule
2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule: Submit your comments now

CMS’s 2026 physician fee schedule proposed rule proposes major payment and coding changes that could reshape your practice’s revenue.

Key lessons from the Change Healthcare cyberattack
Key lessons from the Change Healthcare cyberattack
Key lessons from the Change Healthcare cyberattack

Discover how the Change Healthcare cyberattack has revealed crucial cybersecurity lessons — and learn strategies to protect your practice against the ever-evolving threat of ransomware.

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.

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.

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.

ambient AI medical scribe
ambient AI medical scribe
AI-powered clinical notes vs. traditional EHR documentation: A side-by-side comparison

Compare medical AI scribes vs. traditional EHR with this guide. Learn how Tebra’s AI Note Assist saves time, reduces burnout, and costs less.

a parent with a child who illustrates starting a medical practice checklist
a parent with a child who illustrates starting a medical practice checklist
New medical practice checklist: Here’s how to get started

Make starting a medical practice easier with this checklist.

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.

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.

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