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From scribe to strategist: 5 AI trends reshaping private practices

Artificial intelligence in healthcare is evolving beyond simple task automation.

Michelle Meier
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Vital Signs

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Vital Signs: A May 2025 RCM healthcare news wrap-up

The latest on potential Medicaid cuts, evolving telehealth policies, upcoding across outpatient settings, and more.

Lisa Eramo
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Patient Care

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The complete guide to patient engagement for independent practices

Why is patient engagement important, and how can independent practices improve it? Discover essential patient engagement strategies and resources here.

Catherine Tansey
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navigating GLP-1 drug coverage

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Navigating GLP-1 drug coverage: How physicians can support patients as requirements evolve

GLP-1 drug coverage is highly variable, which makes it difficult to track what payers do — and do not — cover.

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