by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Sep 21, 2025 | Tips
The FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting are now in effect for encounters on or after October 1, 2025, and they bring significant updates. With 487 new codes, 38 revisions, and 28 deletions, alongside fresh guidance for conditions like HIV,...
by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Sep 15, 2025 | Tips
In healthcare, compliance is not optional, it’s a necessity. While most organizations understand the importance of protecting patient data and meeting regulatory standards, many overlook how critical coding and auditing compliance are to the overall health of the...
by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Sep 7, 2025 | Tips, Technology
In healthcare, efficiency is everything. From managing patient flow to optimizing provider time, the way a practice handles scheduling directly impacts both the patient experience and the organization’s financial health. Smart scheduling, leveraging best practices and...
by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Aug 29, 2025 | Tips
In healthcare, revenue cycle management (RCM) is more than just billing and collections, it’s the backbone of financial stability. Yet too often, inefficiencies within the revenue cycle quietly drain resources, delay payments, and put unnecessary stress on both...
by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Aug 25, 2025 | Tips
In the world of healthcare, provider credentialing is a crucial yet often overlooked process. Whether you’re onboarding a new physician or managing a growing provider network, understanding the credentialing process from start to finish ensures compliance, speeds up...
by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Aug 12, 2025 | Tips
In the complex world of healthcare finance, managing medical accounts receivable (AR) is more than just a numbers game, it’s a balancing act between financial performance and patient privacy. AR refers to the outstanding payments owed by patients or insurance...
