Finance

Healthcare workers in meeting
By Jeff Lagasse 11:32 am December 27, 2024
Most expect greater revenues and improved profitability, according to Deloitte data.
Business people shaking hands at a meeting
By Jessica Hagen 11:02 am December 27, 2024
Some executives anticipate an acceleration of M&A activity as struggling startups seek exits, while others foresee more funding opportunities for companies with proven value in the sector.
Stethoscope on tablet
By Susan Morse 10:37 am December 16, 2024
Customer Relationship Management is the final piece in integrating the clinical, financial and communications sides of the patient's journey.
Nursing executives huddle with staff and discuss data on a tablet.
By Andrea Fox 11:02 am December 12, 2024
By incorporating frontline leaders' feedback, health IT companies are developing products that enhance their control over analytics and empower them with artificial intelligence-powered approaches to streamline daily tasks and improve patient access.
Suspect in fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
By Susan Morse 11:21 am December 10, 2024
In manifesto, Mangione reportedly viewed killing as a "symbolic takedown" of healthcare industry.
Kim Waters of CereCore on RCM
By Bill Siwicki 10:54 am December 04, 2024
The Revenue Cycle Management Technology Adoption Model from HFMA and FinThrive generates insights and optimizes technology investments. Kim Waters, an RCM consultant at CereCore, offers a comprehensive look at the tool.
Stethoscope on tablet
By Susan Morse 01:19 pm November 01, 2024
The intent of prior authorization - to make efficient use of health resources - has not worked, says Peter Ax of UpScriptHealth.
Oura ring
By Jessica Hagen 05:29 pm October 31, 2024
The acquisition of data company Sparta Science will allow Oura to expand its data analytics capabilities and its B2B offerings.  
Doctor looks at a desktop computer screen in a medical office
By Andrea Fox 12:26 pm October 31, 2024
Also: SmarterDX launches tools to help hospitals overturn denials in minutes and recover lost revenue.
David Lareau of Medicomp Systems on instafraud
By Bill Siwicki 12:35 pm October 18, 2024
A new form of AI-powered fraud is posing risks to healthcare bottom lines. Medicomp CEO David Lareau describes what it is, how to fight it – and how to help cautious executives concerned with the double-edged sword of artificial intelligence.