President's Message
By Landon Tooke, CPCO, CHC
As my tenure as your HBMA president reaches its conclusion, I have taken the opportunity to reflect upon the significant strides our association has made in 2023 and to express gratitude for the collaboration and diligence demonstrated by all involved.
Around the HBMA
This committee provides the recommended structure and guidelines for vendor related marketing programs, exhibit hall opportunities, and surveys that vendor members complete, giving feedback on new or revised program opportunities.
HBMA Members SOUND OFF! on industry topics
TOPIC: Tell us the latest function that you have automated in your company and how it’s working.
Advancements in Medical Billing for a Streamlined Future
By Iryna Tetera, WCH Editor-in-Chief
Efficiency and streamlined processes are now more crucial than ever in the dynamic world of healthcare operations.
Feature Story
By Mark Anderson, LFHIMSS, CPHIMS
The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the revenue cycle can create and maintain a competitive edge for RCM service companies. New technologies like AI unlock the power of data by identifying and reducing areas of revenue leakage.
Feature Story
By Sarah Fontenot, BSN, JD, CSP
More than a month ago, I set out to explain why I strongly encourage people to stay away from Medicare Advantage (“Medicare Choice” or “Medicare C”) plans.
Feature Story
By Guy Winch, Ph.D, TED Talk
What do you do after leaving your office or, if working from home, shutting down your computer and closing your office door?
Three Effective Strategies
Efficiently managing accounts receivable (A/R) poses an ongoing challenge for RCM companies of any size.
Reprinted from the American Medical Association
By Tanya Albert Henry, Contributing News Writer
As health insurance companies turn to AI to speed up patient claim and prior authorization decisions, the AMA will advocate for greater regulatory oversight of the practice.
Government Affairs
Expansion of site-neutral payment policies for hospital services has received uncommonly unified interest within Congress. Every congressional committee with jurisdiction over healthcare policy has considered site-neutral payment legislation.
Compliance Issues
In today’s technologically advanced world, the healthcare industry relies heavily on connected devices to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and improve overall efficiency.
The Tech Guy
If you’re on the internet, you also most likely have one or more social media accounts for business and/or personal reasons, as a way to stay in touch with family and friends.
Coding Corner
By Melody W. Mulaik, MSHS, RCC, RCC-IR, CPC, COC
There has been a recent increase in the buzz and discussion around the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in clinical practice and for the performance of designated revenue cycle functions.
From the Road
I am entering my sixth decade of involvement in the medical billing industry, and I believe that there will be a major shakeup in ways that healthcare services will be delivered.
