White Papers

Meaningful UseQuality MeasuresEHR/EMRCare CoordinationPrivacy and SecurityClinical DocumentationMobilityCloud-based ServicesROI and Cost ControlHIE and Patient InformationPractice ManagementOutsourcingStandards and ProtocolsOrganizational ModelsWorkflowRevenue Cycle ManagementCompensationProcess ImprovementCodingBenchmarking/Analytics
Getting Ready for ICD-10 April 10, 2012
On October 1, 2013, U.S. providers will be required to move from the current ICD-9 coding standards to ICD-10 in their practice management and electronic medical record systems. The changes represented in ICD-10, while sweeping in their scope, are not beyond the ability of medical practices to adopt. The earlier you begin, the easier the changeover will be. In this whitepaper learn the basics of ICD-10, the differences between ICD-9 and ICD-10, the benefits ICD-10 will provide and what you should be doing now to prepare.
Code Red: Rescue Your Revenues April 10, 2012
As healthcare costs and insurance premiums continue to rise at a pace far surpassing inflation, payers have responded to the mounting economic pressures by employing complex billing and coding rules to eliminate inappropriate payments. Lacking adequate error detection and research tools, the typical healthcare business suffers from a backlog of denied claims and diminished revenues.
Enhancing Cash Collections and Internal Controls April 10, 2012
Healthcare co-payments now account for 20% of total revenue in the typical physician practice, but providers who have not adopted the current set of industry best practices generally only collect 50-60% of these payments. By implementing the best practices in this whitepaper, healthcare providers can increase collection rates to over 90% and decrease billing expenses, both of which contribute to wider operating margins and a healthier bottom line.
Physician Quality Reporting System Best Practices: Maximizing Medicare Reimbursements April 10, 2012
As healthcare expenditures continue to rise, politicians and employers have sought after ways to slow the growth of healthcare expenses and the budget shortfalls which accompany these increases. While most solutions proposed to fix America's healthcare crisis have been met with intense debate and criticism, virtually all parties agree that efforts to improve prevention and the quality of care delivered are crucial for the success of any reform. In 2007, CMS took its first step towards “pay for performance” reimbursements by launching the Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS). In this whitepaper, you will learn about the PQRS program and best practices for participation.
Key Metrics in Revenue Cycle Management: Measurements that Ensure Peak Financial Performance April 01, 2012
While cash flow is the most common metric practices use to determine financial health – it isn’t the only one that should be monitored. There are other key metrics that are just as important for guaranteeing revenue cycle success. Being proactive about measuring and monitoring these important additional key metrics can help you catch costly errors so your practice can enjoy fewer denials, faster payments and greater profitability. Download this free resource guide to learn more!
Post-Acquisition Physician Practice Billing Strategies March 20, 2012
Ten considerations when deciding if hospital-owned physician practices should maintain independent billing solutions and processes.
Integrating Faxes into Today's World of Healthcare e-Records March 19, 2012
This white paper examines the obstacles preventing the move away from fax machines, and the benefits of having a communications system that integrates faxed documents into healthcare systems and solutions.
Making (the most) of Technology Transitions: EHR imperatives and opportunities in today's medical practice March 19, 2012
Medical practices have been contemplating the prospect of moving from paper-based records to electronic health record (EHR) systems for decades. But relatively few have begun taking steps to make the transition – until now. This white paper examines the factors that have kept many medical practices from moving forward with EHR over the years and the factors that are prompting action today; explains some of the technological requirements of making the transition to EHR and how to begin to meet them; and explores the significant operational, clinical and administrative benefits to be gained in the process.
Selecting the Right EHR for the Life of your Practice and Your Patients March 19, 2012
If we are at or approaching a technological tipping point in the history of healthcare, then it has never been more important for physician practices to select the right electronic health record (EHR) – and there are tangible reasons to believe so. This whitepaper comments on recent customer surveys, and discusses foundational criteria for selecting the right EHR solution, determining your “game plan” and the process for assessment and selection. Justin Barnes is chairman emeritus of the national Electronic Health Record Association (EHR Association), and is vice president of marketing, industry affairs and government affairs for Greenway Medical Technologies, Inc.
Accessing Medical Records on Mobile Devices March 19, 2012
The emergence of a new class of Android (TM) mobile devices creates an opportunity for doctors and medical professionals to access patient data wherever they are. Read this white paper to learn how to access patient data and view medical images on Android devices.

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