Addressing Provider Challenges in the Revenue Cycle

 

On Highway to Health, host David Kemp sits down with Jeff Tanner, Director of Consulting at Acclara, to address provider challenges in the revenue cycle. Their conversation spotlights recurring issues, from escalating denials and challenging reimbursement rates to staffing shortages. Tanner highlights the intricacies of denials, especially the coordination of benefits denials that have become more common. He also emphasizes the importance of providers focusing on their business’s broader picture, not just day-to-day operations, to tackle these challenges effectively.

This episode underscores the value of tapping into expertise and adopting forward-thinking strategies to navigate the healthcare revenue cycle’s complexities.

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