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may 2025 RCM news
may 2025 RCM news
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.

for a mental health therapist, additional services like clinical supervision can boost revenue
for a mental health therapist, additional services like clinical supervision can boost revenue
Expanding your mental health practice: Services beyond traditional therapy sessions

If you’re ready to further your professional development, diversify your work, and boost your income, consider offering additional services.

Manager smiles after learning strategies to maximize medical billing company cash flow
Manager smiles after learning strategies to maximize medical billing company cash flow
10 tips to maximize cash flow for your medical billing business

Access 10 proven strategies to optimize cash flow for your billing company — from smarter pricing to automation solutions.

Medical billing options for private practices: in-house vs. outsourced
Medical billing options for private practices: in-house vs. outsourced
Medical billing options for private practices: In-house vs. outsourced

Maintaining practice financial health requires a multifaceted approach. One key option is more efficient billing.

Physician and patient discuss Men's Health Month as part of June healthcare observances
Physician and patient discuss Men's Health Month as part of June healthcare observances
June 2025 healthcare observances and marketing ideas

Discover June healthcare observances with ready-to-implement marketing ideas to boost patient engagement and position your practice as a community leader.

Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your medical practice
a pharmacist who uses an integrated eRx tool
a pharmacist who uses an integrated eRx tool
How Tebra stacks up against other leading e-prescribing companies

The best e-prescription software helps your team work faster, stay compliant, and keep patients safe — without extra clicks or surprise fees.

Physician smiles after reading about HIPAA cybersecurity resources
Physician smiles after reading about HIPAA cybersecurity resources
Cost-effective HIPAA cybersecurity training for medical practices

Discover free and low-cost HIPAA cybersecurity resources to protect your practice from costly data breaches and compliance penalties.

code 90785 in medical billing
code 90785 in medical billing
Using code 90785 responsibly: A guide for mental health providers

Code 90785 represents “interactive complexity.” But what does that mean?

Physician implements strategies to reduce no-show patients
Physician implements strategies to reduce no-show patients
Reduce no-shows and recover lost revenue: Webinar recap

Learn how to recover up to $81,000 in annual revenue lost to no-shows with proven strategies from healthcare experts and real-world case studies.

modern e-prescribing software benefits private practice efficiency
modern e-prescribing software benefits private practice efficiency
How e-prescribing improves efficiency for private practices

With the right eRx tool, practices can spend 80% less time on prescriptions.

a therapist and patient on a telehealth therapy video call
a therapist and patient on a telehealth therapy video call
Teletherapy: How virtual care is transforming mental health

Telehealth therapy means more flexibility for both clients and therapists.

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.

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.

benefits of telehealth
benefits of telehealth
Top 10 benefits of telehealth for private practices

Patients increasingly value convenience alongside quality care — and telehealth delivers both.

Physician answers "what is telehealth" during telemedicine appointment
Physician answers "what is telehealth" during telemedicine appointment
What is telehealth? A beginner’s guide for providers

Discover how telehealth can boost your practice’s efficiency, patient satisfaction, and revenue while meeting modern healthcare expectations.

Physician reads April 2025 revenue cycle management healthcare news on laptop
Physician reads April 2025 revenue cycle management healthcare news on laptop
Vital Signs: An April 2025 wrap-up of revenue cycle management healthcare news

Learn about Medicare Advantage payment increases, GLP-1 coverage updates, burnout solutions, and cost strategies for your practice or billing company.

Physicians and clinical staff member look at tablet and collaborate on how to make prescribing easier
Physicians and clinical staff member look at tablet and collaborate on how to make prescribing easier
How to delegate e-prescriptions without compromising accuracy

Reduce your prescribing workload with safe, compliant eRx order delegation. Learn how to streamline workflows without sacrificing accuracy.

Billing manager looks at claim denial, considering overlooked medical billing codes
Billing manager looks at claim denial, considering overlooked medical billing codes
The hidden revenue boosters: Overlooked billing codes that can increase your bottom line

Overlooked medical billing codes can drastically impact practice revenue. Use these strategies to prevent claim denials and maximize reimbursements.

Medical biller examines claim denials to stop revenue leaks in medical billing
Medical biller examines claim denials to stop revenue leaks in medical billing
6 keys to stopping revenue leaks in medical billing

Learn the exact steps to significantly reduce denials and improve reimbursement rates.

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.

AI in medical billing
AI in medical billing
Understanding AI: A medical biller’s guide to essential terms

Learn essential AI terms for medical billing to evaluate software, improve claim accuracy, and boost revenue cycle efficiency.

solo private mental health practice as a parent
solo private mental health practice as a parent
Balancing a solo mental health practice and parenthood

The excitement and strain of running a private practice serve as a double-edged sword for parents.

May 2025 healthcare observances
May 2025 healthcare observances
May 2025 healthcare observances and marketing ideas

May’s healthcare observances offer perfect opportunities to strengthen patient relationships and boost your practice’s community outreach efforts.

HIPAA cybersecurity resources
HIPAA cybersecurity resources
How medical billing companies can practice cybersecurity (and prepare for proposed HIPAA changes) on a budget

These cost-effective resources can help you maintain compliance — and protect patients and providers.

Smiling physician using telehealth software with patient
Smiling physician using telehealth software with patient
How to choose the best telehealth software for your practice

Discover key features, compare top HIPAA-compliant platforms, and get expert tips to select the ideal telehealth software for your independent practice.

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