Andrea Curry, head of editorial at The Intake

Andrea Curry is an award-winning journalist with over 15 years of storytelling under her belt. She has won multiple awards for her work and is now the head of editorial at The Intake, where she puts her passion for helping independent healthcare practices into action.

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A middle-aged male doctor in a white coat gently consoles a young female patient in a hospital gown, seated on an exam table in a brightly lit medical room.
A middle-aged male doctor in a white coat gently consoles a young female patient in a hospital gown, seated on an exam table in a brightly lit medical room.
Why patients are skipping specialty care and how practices can adapt

Rising costs and financial uncertainty are causing patients to delay care, but digital solutions may help specialty providers keep appointments on the books.

How online reviews shape patient trust, loyalty, and specialist growth
How online reviews shape patient trust, loyalty, and specialist growth
How online reviews shape patient trust, loyalty, and specialist growth in 2025

Online reputation signals—star ratings, recency, response tone, and review volume—now function as decision shortcuts for patients comparing specialists and locations across Google, Healthgrades, Zocdoc, and Yelp.

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Billing statement and stethoscope with revenue cycle management healthcare news
Healing or hurting? The impact of healthcare costs on patient well-being

Patients and medical professionals weigh in on healthcare affordability and how the economy can affect well-being.

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Smiling female doctor in an office reviewing medical notes on her laptop with medication bottles and paperwork on the desk.
How to get paid in 2025: Strategies for overcoming healthcare industry challenges

Check in with your processes and people to prevent billing errors, cut claim denials, and protect your revenue cycle and workflows.

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Smiling senior doctor shaking hands with a colleague while another medical professional looks on in a hospital office.
Onboarding a new practice: A guide for medical billing companies

Onboard new practice clients with a clear onboarding process that creates a strong first impression and delivers a smoother onboarding experience from intake to first claims.

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A Black child trying on a stethoscope with a Black doctor and a parent to illustrate a successful doctor's visit for a child with autism
A Black child trying on a stethoscope with a Black doctor and a parent to illustrate a successful doctor's visit for a child with autism
Providing a better doctor’s visit for children on the autism spectrum

Tips and care guidelines for children on the autism spectrum for your medical practice.

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doctors in clinic setting looking at charts together
Hypergrowth in healthcare: How marketing teams can thrive

Learn how healthcare companies scale strategies during rapid expansion.

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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.

Healthcare worker in scrubs seated at a desk in a medical office, typing on a computer keyboard while looking at the monitor. Office desk has a phone, documents, and desk lamp.
Healthcare worker in scrubs seated at a desk in a medical office, typing on a computer keyboard while looking at the monitor. Office desk has a phone, documents, and desk lamp.
When AI becomes indispensable: How ChatGPT is reshaping healthcare workflows and mental health

AI is changing the face of healthcare, not just operationally, but emotionally. Tebra surveyed 301 healthcare professionals to understand how deeply tools like ChatGPT have become embedded in daily clinical work. What emerged was a picture of growing reliance, hidden emotional ties, and an evolving digital ecosystem that’s both helpful and, at times, unsettling. For […]

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.

The ultimate guide for medical practice growth in 2024

Use these practice growth digital strategies to increase patient volume and enrich every patient’s overall experience.

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The image shows a couple sitting closely together at a table, looking concerned as they review paperwork, with a coffee cup and pen in front of them.
The Big Beautiful Bill in practice

A new law aims to reform US healthcare, but patients and providers are already reporting more confusion, mistrust, and administrative burden.

A female doctor and an older male patient sit on a couch, reviewing information on a tablet together in a calm, home-like setting.
A female doctor and an older male patient sit on a couch, reviewing information on a tablet together in a calm, home-like setting.
70% of patients unaware of changing HIPAA Security Rule

As HIPAA rules update in 2025, patients and providers remain divided on privacy, accountability, and trust in health tech.

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Header image for Healthcare Subscription Models: Are Patients Ready for It?
Healthcare subscription models: Are patients ready for it?

Exploring patient interest, concerns, and trust in subscription-based healthcare.

A doctor in a white coat is speaking with a patient seated across a desk, whose hands are clasped and wearing a smartwatch. A tablet on the desk displays health metrics like sleep tracking and heart rate in a dashboard format.
A doctor in a white coat is speaking with a patient seated across a desk, whose hands are clasped and wearing a smartwatch. A tablet on the desk displays health metrics like sleep tracking and heart rate in a dashboard format.
AI in private practice

Private practices are adopting AI-powered tools to ease workloads and improve care, but concerns remain.

Image shows a woman on vacation holding a baby while on a video call with a doctor on her laptop at a wooden table.
Image shows a woman on vacation holding a baby while on a video call with a doctor on her laptop at a wooden table.
Out of office, out of care: How vacation season disrupts healthcare

Many patients delay care when their provider is out. Learn how private practices can better support continuity and trust.

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hand of medical professional using calculator
The true cost of medical billing

From unexpected fees to AI adoption: What’s changing in the world of medical billing

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.

A male doctor in a white coat and stethoscope smiles warmly at a female patient while resting a reassuring hand on her shoulder during a consultation.
A male doctor in a white coat and stethoscope smiles warmly at a female patient while resting a reassuring hand on her shoulder during a consultation.
The hidden cost of switching doctors

Why patients change providers, the real-world impacts on patient trust and practice efficiency and how digital healthcare solutions reduce friction.

The mental health playlist: What songs help patients through tough times?

Discover which songs, artists, and genres patients turn to most when they’re struggling.

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doctor pictured using calculate to calculate mental health services
Mental healthcare costs, challenges, and consequences

Analyzing the true cost and accessibility of mental healthcare for Americans

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doctor holding hand of elderly patient
Appointment delays and wait times: A patient and doctor report

Learn the factors behind long waits for medical care and strategies to improve the appointment process.

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hero image of person looking up health-related search terms
Hidden threats in your health-related Google searches

Explore the hidden cyber risks in common health searches and learn how to protect yourself while seeking medical information online.

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older femme person listening to music in headphones
Healing harmonies: Top music for mental health

People often listen to these artists and genres to support their mental health and well-being

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

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