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Revenue Cycle Management

Revenue Cycle Metrics for Healthcare Financial Success

May 3, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Revenue Cycle Management
Working RCM Specialist at machine.

We all know how critical it is to keep a sharp eye on those revenue cycle metrics, right? Those numbers have the power to make or break your financial game. Understand them, optimize them, that’s the difference between rolling in dough or scraping by. But let’s keep it a hundred, digging into revenue cycle metrics […]

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Clean Claim Rate, Cost to Collect Ratio, RCM KPIs, Revenue Cycle Metrics, Revenue Cycle Optimization

Understanding the Latest Healthcare Regulatory Changes Impacting RCM

March 8, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Revenue Cycle Management
RCM Product Managers

The healthcare industry is dynamic, and staying up-to-date with the latest regulatory changes is crucial for efficient Revenue Cycle Management (RCM). RCM encompasses the processes involved in tracking and collecting patient service revenue, from the initial registration and appointment scheduling to the final payment of balances. Failure to comply with regulatory requirements can result in […]

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Interoperability, No Surprises Act, Regulatory Changes, Telehealth, Value Based Care

Data Analytics for RCM: Turning Numbers into Actionable Insight

March 7, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Data Analytics, Revenue Cycle Management
White Male Medical Billing Techie

Healthcare organizations are swimming in an ocean of information. From electronic health records to claims data, patient surveys to online reviews, the sheer volume of data can be overwhelming. However, this data holds the key to unlocking insights that can vastly improve revenue cycle management (RCM) processes and drive better financial outcomes. When harnessing the […]

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Audit Preparedness, Claim Coding, Denial Management, Patient Financial Experience, Revenue Forecasting

How AI Is Used in Revenue Cycle Management: What It Does Well, Where the Risks Are

February 26, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / AI, Revenue Cycle Management
AI in RCM

Artificial intelligence is now used across every major stage of the revenue cycle, from insurance eligibility verification before the patient arrives to denial prediction and payment posting after the claim is adjudicated. The core applications are claim scrubbing, automated coding suggestions, prior authorization status monitoring, denial pattern analysis, and patient payment engagement. Each one addresses […]

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AI RCM, Artificial Intelligence, Charge Capture, Data Analysis, Denial Management

Exploring the Integration of ChatGPT in Revenue Cycle Management

February 24, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / ChatGPT, Revenue Cycle Management
ChatGPT Revenue Cycle Management

The healthcare industry continues to embrace technological innovations. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions like ChatGPT in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) holds immense promise for optimizing financial processes and improving operational efficiency. We cover potential applications and challenges associated with leveraging ChatGPT in RCM. Understanding Revenue Cycle Management Before delving into the potential of […]

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AI-driven RCM, ChatGPT Healthcare, ChatGPT in RCM, Healthcare AI, OpenAI

Medical Billing vs. Revenue Cycle Management: What’s the Difference?

May 1, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing, Revenue Cycle Management
Working RCM Specialist at machine.

If you’ve ever asked whether medical billing and revenue cycle management (RCM) are the same thing, you’re not alone. The two terms get used interchangeably all the time, even inside healthcare organizations that should know better. They’re related, but they’re not identical, and the difference matters if you’re trying to figure out where your practice […]

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Billing vs RCM, Claim Denials, Coding Compliance, Healthcare Billing, Prior Authorization, RCM

Understanding Medical Billing for New vs. Established Patients

April 27, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Revenue, Billing Services, Existing Patients, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Assessment, Medical Billing Best Practices, New Patients, Revenue Cycle Management
Therapist talking to patient

Efficient and accurate medical billing is crucial for healthcare providers and patients alike. Whether it’s handling billing for new or established patients, understanding the intricacies of medical billing practices is essential. We take an in-depth look into the key aspects of medical billing for new and established patients, exploring the differences, challenges, and best practices […]

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Medical Billing, Medical Billing Service, Medical Billing Strategy, Outsource Billing, Outsource Medical billing, Outsourced Billing, Outsourced Medical Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Revenue Cycle Optimization

What to Know Before Starting Your Own Medical Billing Company?

March 9, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Services, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Careers, Medical Billing Companies, Medical Billing Jobs, Medical Billing Services, Medical Coding, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management
Outsourced Medical Billing Services

Medical billing is the process of submitting and following up on claims with health insurance companies in order to receive payment for services provided by healthcare providers. With the increasing complexity of medical billing and coding procedures, there has been a surge in demand for medical billing companies. Many entrepreneurs are now considering starting their […]

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Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Service, Outsource Billing, Outsource Medical billing, Outsourced Billing, Outsourced Medical Billing, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management

Tips for Landing Your First Medical Billing Job

February 18, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Careers in Medical, Careers in Medical Billing, Jobs in Healthcare, Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Billing Job, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management, Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)
Medical Billing Software White Male User

Medical billing is an essential aspect of the healthcare industry, and with the increasing demand for healthcare services, the need for skilled billers is on the rise. A medical biller is responsible for submitting claims to insurance companies and ensuring that healthcare providers are reimbursed for their services. If you’re looking for a career in […]

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Billing Jobs, Healthcare Jobs, Jobs in Healthcare, Jobs in Medical Billing, Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Jobs, Medical Billing Service, Medical Jobs, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management

Electronic Claim Attachments: The Future Is Now

December 5, 2022 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Automation, Billing Revenue, Billing RPA, EHR, Electronic Claim Attachments, Electronic Claims, EMR, Medical Billing, Medical Billing AI, Medical Billing Artificial Intelligence, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management, Robotic Process Automation, RPA
electronic-claim-attachments

Submitting Electronic Claim Attachments One of the major strains on healthcare providers is the dependence on paper and manual procedures. This duo frequently adds up to harmful mistakes and costly denials, which demand significantly more time and effort to resolve, if left unchecked. Among the manual processes most difficult to manage are claim attachments that […]

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Clearinghouse, EHR, Electronic Claim Attachments, Electronic Claims, EMR, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Software, Medical Billing Team, Medical Billing Tool, Outsourced Billing, Outsourced Medical Billing, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management

What is Revenue Leakage and How to Stop It?

February 9, 2022 / Alex J. Lau / Revenue Cycle Management
Revenue Cycle Management Coins

“Revenue leakage” describes circumstances wherein a healthcare provider has supplied care to a patient but doesn’t collect payment. In general, it happens when accounts receivable (AR) continue to be unpaid for too long and are inadvertently overlooked. The longer an account receivable remains outstanding, the less likely healthcare providers are to retrieve payment, even in […]

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AR Cycles, Medical Billing, Patient Centricity, RCM, Revenue Leakage

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  • Net Collection Rate, analyzed by analyst

    What’s a Net Collection Rate in RCM?

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Recent Posts

  • Reduction in Billing, Credentialing Admin Load Due to AI?

    Why Isn’t AI Reducing the Administrative Load in Medical Billing?

  • Denied Medical Claim Appeal Letter

    Why an Approved Authorization Can Still End in a Denied Claim

  • AI Scribes Changing Medical Coding and Billing

    AI Scribes are Changing Medical Coding, Reimbursement

  • Net Collection Rate, analyzed by analyst

    What’s a Net Collection Rate in RCM?

  • Modifier 96 versus Modifier 97

    Modifier 96 vs. Modifier 97: What Therapy Billers Need to Know

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