The client is a medium-sized Family Medicine practice in California facing a significant backlog in accounts receivable (A/R), with days exceeding 60. This backlog strained cash flow and impacted financial health.
BUSINESS SITUATION:
Changes in healthcare regulations and shifts towards subscription-based services added complexity to billing and privacy standards. The practice needed to streamline its A/R processes to ensure timely claim submissions and improve cash flow.
CHALLENGES:
Traditional billing methods and inefficiencies in existing systems were limiting profitability, requiring strategic changes to adapt to the evolving healthcare landscape.
OUR APPROACH:
We optimized the A/R process by prioritizing aging accounts, using the physician’s advanced billing software to enhance accuracy and streamline workflows. A tailored strategy aligned with the practice’s goals, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards and improving data security.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Increased revenue by 20-25% • Reduced outstanding A/R by 50% • Improved billing accuracy by 30% • Cut claims processing time by 20%, accelerating reimbursements.