Many independent practices treat CO-16 denials as minor clerical errors, yet this “catch-all” code costs mid-sized practices roughly $125,000 annually. To recover revenue, you must look beyond the generic label at paired Remark Codes (RARCs) like M51 or N264. Stop the rework cycle today.
Revenue Cycle Management Blog
Category: RCM Best Practices
2026 RCM Imperative: Patient Financial Responsibility & Cost Transparency
Patients want clarity in pricing around their medical visits. Higher deductibles, plan complexity, and higher premiums are inviting even more scrutiny by the patients regarding the cost of care and the Patient Financial Responsibility (PFR). As well, providers need...
UnisLink and Stitch PEO – Time is Money: Why Managing Your Practice’s Workforce is the New Frontier of RCM
Time is money: managing your workforce is the new frontier of RCM. Stitch PEO, a UnisLink Channel Partner, reveals the 5 advantages of PEOs for medical practices. Stabilize costs, gain Fortune 500 benefits, and offload critical compliance risk (HIPAA, Stark Law) to free up time for patient care.
Don’t Leave Revenue on the Table: Navigate Healthcare Contracts for Practice Growth
Don’t leave money on the table! Learn how to navigate 2025’s evolving healthcare landscape, optimize payer contracts, and boost your practice’s revenue. Understand rising costs, shifting power, and new regulations to secure fair reimbursements.
The Hidden Risks of Non-Compliance in Medical Billing
Compliance in medical billing isn’t just a regulatory formality, it’s a cornerstone of financial health, patient trust, and practice sustainability. Yet, many healthcare providers underestimate the cost of noncompliance until the consequences show up as denied claims,...
5 Obvious Signs Your Practice Needs an RCM Overhaul
Financial stability in any healthcare practice depends on the efficiency of your Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) processes. If your RCM is disorganized or outdated, it can have a serious impact on your bottom line, from delayed payments to unnecessary write-offs. Learn the five top reasons your RCM systems may be failing and why your practice may need an RCM overhaul.
2025 Updates to Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS): What Healthcare Practitioners Need to Know
For 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have introduced several updates aimed at refining reporting requirements, improving data integrity, and adjusting scoring methodologies. These changes impact how clinicians report their performance and the potential payment adjustments they may receive. Learn more about what practitioners need to do to comply with the new requirements.
Top 5 Bottlenecks in Your Revenue Cycle (and How to Fix Them)
Understanding the top five bottlenecks commonly found in the revenue cycle is the key to converting a struggling practice into one that is thriving. In this article, we’ll explore their root causes, and provide actionable solutions to get your RCM processes flowing smoothly again.