Boost your practice: Weekly tips for healthcare pros

This week, access sample patient experience survey questions and more. As your practice navigates revenue-related updates like expiring telehealth provisions and rising EFT fees, it’s vital to stay informed. Our latest RCM news roundup, along with our in-depth RCM guide, offer practical strategies to streamline your revenue cycle, boost reimbursements, and gain financial sustainability. Plus, […]

This week, learn about Halloween-related ICD-10 codes, quality reporting updates, and more. With the United States election just around the corner, the future of healthcare is on the ballot. Stay informed and ahead of the curve with insights into how the healthcare plans of both Harris and Trump could impact patients and your practice. As […]

This week, read about misleading medical advice on TikTok, starting a mental health practice, and more. Spooky season is in full swing, and a recent Tebra study revealed some chilling findings on the topic of TikTok: on average, 45% of medical advice on the social media platform is false or misleading. Learn more about our […]

This week, read about revenue cycle KPIs, get your free independent provider playbook, and more. Cutting costs is vital for your practice’s success. This week, Dr. John Scala shares simple, practical tips to help you save on essential supplies. Optimizing your revenue cycle is also crucial — we’ll show you how to develop a dashboard […]

This week, gain insights into layoffs in healthcare, preventing staff burnout, and more. 2024 has seen a wave of layoffs sweep across hospitals, health systems, and the healthcare industry as a whole. We decided to ask healthcare professionals and the decision-makers who manage them about the truths and struggles behind these job cuts — read […]

This week, get a sample letter for appointment cancellations, improve efficiency at your practice, and more. October brings new opportunities to connect with your patients and community via thoughtful marketing activities. Download next month’s healthcare observances and marketing ideas calendar to plan the ideas that fit best with your practice’s goals. Don’t miss this week’s […]

This week, access tips to manage tough patient interactions, create successful Facebook ads, and more. Cue the iconic Earth, Wind & Fire song because it’s the 21st of September! While you’re at it, check out our special report on the powerful connection between music and mental health. Discover top artists, track characteristics, and the benefits […]

This week, read about healthcare costs on patient well-being, access our EMR vs. EHR guide, and more. Fall is around the corner, and it’s an opportune time to prepare for the seasonal health challenges ahead by refocusing on preventive care and patient education — ensuring communities stay healthy as the days grow shorter and cooler. […]

This week, read about the case for independent practice, the benefits of patient feedback, and more. We hope you enjoyed the short workweek! In today’s issue, we offer tips around healthcare technology, patient care, and financial management: Plus, don’t miss the first article of our new column, “The Business of Medicine,” about the case for […]

This week, read about nurse practitioner authority laws by state, RPA vs. AI for medical billing, and more. As you unwind this Labor Day weekend, we’re bringing you the latest must-read updates. Dive into essential resources, including top revenue cycle management news from the last month and: Plus, assess your practice’s efficiency with our automation […]

This week, access ICD-10-CM changes for 2025, a guide to insurance credentialing, and more. Get a headstart on September healthcare observances — and engaging your patients and community next month — with our free downloadable marketing calendar. Also, take a look at our resources especially for nurse practitioners (NPs). This week, we share the states […]

This week, access video marketing strategies, a guide to HIPAA-compliant responses to reviews, and more. We hope you had a great week! We’re about a month away from the end of summer, so remember to squeeze in those last barbecues, pool sessions, and sun-filled adventures. Also, give your practice a competitive edge with this week’s […]

This week, read about how to unplug during vacation, fix practice inefficiencies, get more patients, and more. As COVID rates surge globally, even affecting athletes at the Paris Olympics, August’s National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) offers an opportunity to inform your patients about the importance of vaccinations. The updated 2024-2025 COVID and flu vaccines are […]

This week, read about essential RCM news, identifying EHR needs based on specialty, and more. We are celebrating the 1-year anniversary of The Intake! Thank you for joining us over the last year — we look forward to continue providing you with the most relevant, impactful, up-to-date information to help you and your independent practice […]

This week, access tips to support your patients, establish a budget for an EHR, and more. July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a month-long observance highlighting the mental health disparities that exist among BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and Other People of Color). Also known as BIPOC Mental Health Month, this is an essential time […]

Engage your patients, improve staff retention, and more. Did you know July is UV Safety Month? With 2024 shaping up to be one of the hottest recorded years — if not the hottest — the time is ripe to use these marketing ideas to educate your patients about UV radiation and safety. Discover additional essential […]

Billing automation tips, top podcasts for doctors, and more Inside beating the heat this weekend? Cool down and level up with this week’s top tips and trends: Plus, have you checked out our free ICD-10-CM Code Glossary yet? It’s the perfect quick reference tool for independent providers to simplify billing, streamline documentation, and enhance patient […]

Avoid appointment overrun, improve your medical billing, and more. We hope you’re enjoying a relaxing holiday weekend! Grab a refreshing beverage and check out this week’s top stories to help you strengthen the well-being of your practice, patients, and staff more than ever: Plus, access your free template along with tips to create the most […]

Essential RCM news, dealing with problem patients, and more We hope you have a joyful and safe July 4th celebration! This week, find out how automation and AI can support your practice’s mission to provide an excellent patient experience — as well as your profitability. Essential stories this week: Plus, download our exclusive guide to […]

How much time do doctors really spend with patients?  Welcome to summer! This week, we reveal how doctors can spend more time with patients and cover other top-of-mind topics to position your practice for success:  This week’s must-read resources: Plus, don’t miss our on-demand webinar showing how one independent practice owner successfully replaced his practice’s […]

Improve your coding accuracy and streamline documentation with our latest resources. Accurate medical coding is critical, as even a small error can lead to significant financial losses or affect patient retention. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive ICD-10 code glossary from a physician’s coding perspective, emphasizing patient care over paperwork (more on that story next […]

This week, get strategies to start a billing company, improve your waiting room, and more. Providing exceptional patient care is key to giving independent providers an edge over Big Health. This week, explore creative strategies to support and retain your patients by focusing on the patient experience.  Plus, don’t miss tips on protecting your practice […]

This week, get tips for KPI benchmarking, choosing the right EHR, and more. Happy June! Kick off this month with a wealth of free resources in this week’s newsletter: Plus, we want to hear from you! Please complete our quick survey to let us know what you’d like to read about in future issues of […]

This week, access tips to improve coding accuracy, support patients’ mental health, and more. Mental Health Awareness Month is the perfect opportunity to educate your patients about mental health resources and services available in your community. By promoting open discussions, reducing stigma, and providing support for mental well-being, you can prioritize mental health alongside physical […]

This week, read about what patients want in a practice, how to stay profitable, and more. Now more than ever, every dollar and every patient counts when building a thriving practice. This week, read about tips to enhance your practice’s efficiency and profitability, appeal health insurance claim denials, and retain patients. Also in this week’s […]