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...
by Colleen Kolbeck CECM, CPCO, CDEO, CPPM, CPMA, CHONC, CEDC, CRC, CPB, COC, CPC, Approved Instructor | Aug 5, 2025 | Tips
The FY2026 ICD-10-CM code updates have officially been released, bringing substantial changes that every medical coder, provider, and healthcare organization should begin preparing for before the October 1, 2025, effective date. These updates are designed to reflect...
by Ranadene (Randi) Tapio, CEO, MBA, CMRS, CCES, CS, CHM | Jul 21, 2025 | Tips
Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is the lifeblood of any healthcare organization, bridging the gap between patient care and financial stability. Yet, for many practices, RCM bottlenecks in the workflow frequently result in delayed payments, high denial rates, and...
by Ranadene (Randi) Tapio, CEO, MBA, CMRS, CCES, CS, CHM | Jul 21, 2025 | Tips
Navigating the credentialing process in healthcare can often feel like a labyrinth, especially when comparing Medicare’s structured timeline with the variability of private payors. For providers and administrators managing multiple contracts, this challenge isn’t just...
