
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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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hypergrowth in healthcare: How marketing teams can thrive
Learn how healthcare companies scale strategies during rapid expansion.
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
Healthcare subscription models: Are patients ready for it?
Exploring patient interest, concerns, and trust in subscription-based healthcare.
AI in private practice
Private practices are adopting AI-powered tools to ease workloads and improve care, but concerns remain.
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.
The true cost of medical billing
From unexpected fees to AI adoption: What’s changing in the world of medical billing
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.
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.
Mental healthcare costs, challenges, and consequences
Analyzing the true cost and accessibility of mental healthcare for Americans
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.
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.
Healing harmonies: Top music for mental health
People often listen to these artists and genres to support their mental health and well-being
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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