Healthcare providers and their revenue cycle management (RCM) teams face unique seasonal medical coding challenges during seasonal surges in patient care. These seasonal patterns can generate large volumes of claims that require accurate and efficient medical coding, whether they are caused by flu outbreaks, allergies, or elective procedures scheduled before insurance deductibles reset. Table of […]
In response, many providers are turning to AI in RCM to alleviate these pressures, leveraging automation to streamline claims processing, improve documentation accuracy, and reduce denials.” This integrates the keyword smoothly while keeping the focus on the challenges faced by healthcare providers and how AI in RCM can help address them. Healthcare providers are facing […]
The revenue cycle management process (RCM) must be optimized for financial stability and growth in today’s competitive healthcare landscape. As a result of a smooth RCM process, revenue leakage is minimized and profitability is maximized. With this newsletter, leading medical billing experts share their insights on how to streamline and optimize Revenue Cycle Management. The […]
The field of medical Specialties, with its cutting-edge technology and intricate procedures, presents a unique environment for radiology RCM. While it offers the potential for significant success, navigating the RCM landscape in radiology requires a keen understanding of the industry’s specific challenges. This includes navigating the complexities of billing and coding, keeping pace with evolving […]
RCM Challenges : Today’s fast-paced healthcare industry, where rules are always changing and technology is advancing at breakneck speed, can make it challenging to navigate the complexities of medical billing, coding, and revenue cycle management (RCM). In addition to maximizing cash flow and protecting your practice’s financial health, there is also the constant risk of […]
Denial management in rcm: In the intricate realm of healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM), the substantial challenge revolves around handling denied claims. Scarcity of resources, understaffing, and restricted capacity frequently lead to difficulties in resolving denied claims, where an alarming 82% to 90% are considered potentially preventable. RCM teams can optimize time and revenue recovery […]
Discover how healthcare providers can accelerate cash flow, minimize denials, reduce operational costs, and enhance patient satisfaction through streamlined Revenue Cycle Management (RCM). RCM is a strategic approach to overseeing all financial aspects of a patient’s journey, from initial appointment scheduling to final bill payment. This article highlights the critical role RCM plays in maximizing […]
Based on a recent survey conducted by MGMA, it was found that 40 percent of medical practices were unsuccessful in attaining their revenue objectives in 2021. The survey participants emphasized various significant obstacles, including insufficient staffing, escalating expenses, and delayed payments from payers. To tackle this widespread revenue shortfall, healthcare providers are urged to prioritize […]
Hospital revenue cycle departments have gained greater visibility in recent years as a significant driver of revenue streams. Yet many of these departments continue to face serious challenges in several areas, including workforce, interoperability, and EHR optimization. Taking revenue cycle management to the next level by harnessing technology and data analytics can help hospitals […]