Primary care physicians, internists, and family medicine doctors frequently diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, from chronic illnesses to acute infections. Having a reliable list of ICD-10 codes can help medical practices streamline billing, reduce claim denials, and improve reimbursement rates. … Read More
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ICD-11: What to Expect for the Upcoming Coding Standard
ICD-11 will introduce a more modernized coding structure, improved diagnostic accuracy, and enhanced integration with electronic health records (EHR) and medical billing systems. The transition is expected to streamline documentation, reduce coding errors, and improve interoperability. Healthcare providers need to understand how these changes will impact their practice and how they can ensure compliance with the new standards. … Read More
Strategies for Scaling Up Your Direct Primary Care Practice
Direct Primary Care (DPC) practices are reshaping healthcare by offering a membership-based model that eliminates the complexities of insurance billing, allowing physicians to focus on personalized patient care. As DPC practices continue to grow in popularity, many providers seek strategies to scale up their practice, increase revenue, and enhance patient engagement while maintaining efficiency.
Scaling a DPC practice requires careful planning, streamlined workflows, and the right technology, including an advanced cloud-based EHR system. DocVilla’s all-in-one Direct Primary Care EMR and practice management software helps DPC providers automate operations, expand their patient base, and optimize membership billing for sustainable practice growth. … Read More
Is Inflation Affecting Independent Practice Finances? A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Providers
Inflation is a growing concern across all industries, and independent medical practices are not immune to its impact. Rising operational costs, staffing expenses, and reduced insurance reimbursements create financial challenges that threaten the sustainability of private healthcare providers. Independent physicians must navigate economic uncertainty while maintaining profitability and high-quality patient care. … Read More
New Remote Monitoring Codes for 2026: A Comprehensive Guide for Medical Practices
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) are revolutionizing healthcare delivery by allowing providers to track patients’ health data in real-time. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) continually updates Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes to reflect the evolving landscape of digital health and telemedicine. As we look forward to 2026, new remote monitoring codes are expected to further expand reimbursement opportunities for providers offering virtual care solutions. … Read More
The Federal Policies Shaping Primary Care
Medical billing is one of the most crucial aspects of running a successful private practice. It directly impacts cash flow, revenue cycle management, and overall financial stability. However, medical billing is complex and requires an understanding of insurance claims, coding, payer policies, and compliance regulations. For private practices, ensuring accurate and timely billing is essential to maintaining profitability while providing quality patient care. … Read More
Why Physician Practice Management is Crucial in Healthcare
Medical billing is one of the most crucial aspects of running a successful private practice. It directly impacts cash flow, revenue cycle management, and overall financial stability. However, medical billing is complex and requires an understanding of insurance claims, coding, payer policies, and compliance regulations. For private practices, ensuring accurate and timely billing is essential to maintaining profitability while providing quality patient care. … Read More
Medical Billing for Private Practice : A Beginner’s Guide
Medical billing is one of the most crucial aspects of running a successful private practice. It directly impacts cash flow, revenue cycle management, and overall financial stability. However, medical billing is complex and requires an understanding of insurance claims, coding, payer policies, and compliance regulations. For private practices, ensuring accurate and timely billing is essential to maintaining profitability while providing quality patient care. … Read More
AI adoption in healthcare
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare is transforming medical practices, improving clinical decision-making, and optimizing patient outcomes. However, AI adoption varies significantly across different sectors of healthcare, with some providers embracing automation and predictive analytics, while others remain hesitant due to concerns about compliance, cost, and ethical implications. … Read More
What is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)?
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) play a crucial role in the U.S. healthcare system, providing essential medical services to underserved communities. These community-based healthcare providers offer comprehensive, high-quality primary and preventive care regardless of patients’ ability to pay. FQHCs receive funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and must meet strict regulatory requirements to maintain their status. … Read More
Alternative Payment Models for Independent Primary Care Physicians
Healthcare payment models are evolving rapidly, and independent primary care physicians (PCPs) must navigate these changes to ensure financial sustainability and quality patient care. Traditional fee-for-service (FFS) reimbursement is increasingly being replaced by alternative payment models (APMs), which focus on value-based care, patient outcomes, and cost-efficiency. … Read More
Key Ancillary Services for Primary Care Practices: Expanding Patient Care and Boosting Revenue
Primary care practices are at the heart of healthcare, providing comprehensive, continuous care to patients. However, with rising operational costs, declining reimbursements, and increasing administrative burdens, many primary care providers struggle to maintain financial stability. One of the most effective ways to improve practice efficiency, enhance patient outcomes, and boost profitability is by integrating ancillary services into the practice. … Read More
Top 10 Hacks for Improving Profitability for Private Medical Practices
Running a private medical practice requires balancing patient care with financial management. While providing excellent healthcare services is the top priority, improving profitability ensures the practice can continue operating, invest in better tools, and maintain a high standard of care. With healthcare costs rising and reimbursements becoming more complex, private practices must adopt innovative strategies to remain financially sustainable. … Read More
Nearly 75% of Private Practices We Surveyed Lack a Comprehensive Patient Engagement Strategy
Patient engagement is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity in modern healthcare. However, according to our recent survey, nearly 75% of private practices lack a comprehensive patient engagement strategy. This gap not only impacts patient satisfaction but also affects revenue, workflow efficiency, and the overall success of medical practices. … Read More
What Every Healthcare Worker Needs to Know About Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions affecting millions of individuals worldwide. As a healthcare worker, understanding the complexities of diabetes is essential for providing optimal care and improving patient outcomes. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, dietitian, or part of a healthcare practice, equipping yourself with comprehensive knowledge about diabetes management is critical. Additionally, leveraging tools like cloud-based EHR systems, such as DocVilla, can help streamline diabetes care through efficient record-keeping, patient monitoring, and care coordination. … Read More
Complete 2025 Health Observances and Holidays in the United States
2025 health observances: mark your calendar for important awareness dates. … Read More
Role of EHR Documentation in Improving Clinical Data Integrity
The Role of EHR Documentation in Improving Clinical Data Integrity: A Comprehensive Guide for Medical Practices … Read More
What is a Clinical Care team?
What is clinical care team … Read More
Tips for Collecting Patient Payments in Healthcare
Effective Patient Payment Collection … Read More
Importance of Workflow Optimization in an Independent Medical Practice
Workflow optimization in an independent medical practice … Read More
The Right Balance: Technology and Patient Care
The Right Balance between Technology and Patient Care … Read More
Tips for Reducing Claim Rejections and Denials in Medical Billing: A Comprehensive Guide
Tips for Reducing Claim Rejections and Denials in Medical Billing: A Comprehensive Guide … Read More
How Technology Can Accelerate Prior Authorizations and Improve Claim Reimbursement
How Technology Can Accelerate Prior Authorizations and Improve Claim Reimbursement … Read More
How Are Physicians Reimbursed for Telemedicine Telehealth Services? An In-Depth Guide
How Are Physicians Reimbursed for Telemedicine Telehealth Services … Read More
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Attending an EHR Demo
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Attending a cloud based EHR Demo for medical practices … Read More
How to Measure Your Medical Practice ROI on Telehealth
How to Measure Your Medical Practice ROI on Telehealth … Read More
Best Practices for Negotiating Health Insurance Contracts for Medical Practices
Best Practices for Negotiating Health Insurance Contracts for Medical Practices … Read More
The Impact of Physician and Medical Staff Burnout on the Quality of Patient Care and How an All-in-One EHR Reduces Burnout
The Impact of Physician and Medical Staff Burnout on the Quality of Patient Care and How an All-in-One EHR Reduces Burnout … Read More
Is Texting HIPAA Compliant?
Is texting or messaging HIPAA compliant … Read More
What is Medical Credentialing? A Complete Guide to Physician and Insurance Credentialing
What is Medical Credentialing? A Complete Guide to Physician and Insurance Credentialing … Read More
The Role of HL7 FHIR in Healthcare Interoperability: What You Need to Know
Why Multi-Specialty Practices Need an All-In-One EHR Solution … Read More
Why Multi-Specialty Practices Need an All-In-One EHR Solution
Why Multi-Specialty Practices Need an All-In-One EHR Solution … Read More
5 Ways to Improve Patient Satisfaction with Telemedicine EHR Integration Solutions
5 Ways to Improve Patient Satisfaction with Telemedicine and EHR Integration … Read More