Some consumers who buy coverage on the health insurance marketplaces in 2017 could see their out-of-pocket costs drop significantly under a federal…
7 Options for Physicians Wary of Employment
The environment for independent physician practices has fundamentally shifted in the past few years. In many parts of the country,…
3 Techniques for Minimizing Accounts Receivable
It doesn’t really matter if you are managing your accounts receivable well; revisiting them from time to time may yield…
10 Thoughts on Improving Hospital Collections
With cash flows declining, margins tightening and bad debt increasing, it's more important than ever for hospitals and healthcare providers…
Five New Year’s Resolutions for Physicians and Health IT Pros
It’s that time of the year again: time to finish up the last of the Christmas cookies, regret making plans…
Have We Been Good or Bad? A Health Tech Holiday Wish List
Here it is, the end of 2015, and the digital health industry has yet to reach mainstream adoption. According to…
2016 Predictions For Health IT
As the year ends and we archive the accomplishments and challenges of 2015, it's time to think about the year…
Electronic Health Records: Why They Matter to All of Us
Can you imagine using your computer at home to log in to your health care service provider’s website to discover…
7 Financial Challenges Physicians Face in 2016
It shouldn’t be surprising that more and more practices are struggling to maintain financial stability. To stay above the pack,…
How to Code Correctly to Prevent ICD-10 Denials
There are many details involved in implementing the new ICD-10 coding system, but at its most basic, the new set…