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Lisa Eramo, freelance healthcare writer

Lisa A. Eramo, BA, MA is a freelance writer specializing in health information management, medical coding, and regulatory topics. She began her healthcare career as a referral specialist for a well-known cancer center. Lisa went on to work for several years at a healthcare publishing company. She regularly contributes to healthcare publications, websites, and blogs, including the AHIMA Journal. Her focus areas are medical coding, and ICD-10 in particular, clinical documentation improvement, and healthcare quality/efficiency.

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  • Bachelor's degree, creative writing, Hamilton College

  • Master's degree, journalism, Northeastern University

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physician associate at a private practice
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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.

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

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Medical billing professional reads about February 2025 revenue cycle management news
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Stay ahead with our top 9 RCM updates affecting your practice, including Medicare Advantage changes, AI news, telehealth coding, and more.

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Independent practice physician reads news about Trump healthcare policy on computer
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Discover 6 major healthcare policy changes under Trump’s administration that could significantly impact your practice operations and revenue.

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Physician discusses GLP-1 medication with patient to increase medical practice revenue
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January 2025 RCM news
Vital Signs: A January 2025 wrap-up of revenue cycle management healthcare news

Get January 2025 revenue cycle management news, from what the political landscape means to proposed HIPAA Security Rule updates.

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As HIPAA regulations continue to evolve to address these emerging threats, medical billing companies must stay ahead of compliance requirements while implementing robust cybersecurity measures.

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advanced primary care management codes
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Doctor smiles at camera after reading about CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
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Learn why certified EHR systems are essential for healthcare practices to ensure regulatory compliance, enhance care, and improve operations.

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revenue cycle management healthcare news for October 2024
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Vital Signs September 2024
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Stay ahead in revenue cycle management with the latest updates, challenges, and insights that can boost your practice’s financial health and efficiency.

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vital signs august 2024
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Graphic depicting ICD-10 code changes for 2025
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