Medical billing and collections

Medical billing and collections ensure financial stability. Patient collections bridge gaps, securing payments directly from consumers. This financial stability enables providers to maintain high-quality care, invest in IT and sustain operations, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and the overall delivery of healthcare services.

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Feature 14 Oct 2025
Athenahealth revamps revenue cycle management in the era of AI

Athenahealth is adding AI features to its practice and revenue cycle management capabilities, at no additional cost, as the health IT company leans toward becoming AI native. Continue Reading
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- Jacqueline LaPointe, Executive Editor
News 01 Oct 2025
Study examines surgical price tags, finds massive markups

A new study shows significant hospital pricing markups, with the high-cost hospitals for elective surgical care also experiencing more adverse care outcomes. Continue Reading
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- Jacqueline LaPointe, Executive Editor

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