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Are You Short Staffed? Why Outsourcing Could Be the Answer for FQHCs
Staffing shortages are not new to healthcare—but for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), the problem is becoming more urgent than ever. From medical assistants and front-desk staff to billing and administrative teams, many FQHCs are operating with fewer...
Unlocking Profitability: Why AR Recovery Matters for FQHCs
For Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), financial stability is essential to delivering quality care in underserved communities. But many centers face a serious challenge: inefficient AR recovery. Once unpaid claims reach the 30-day mark, they often get...
How to Strengthen the Financial Health of Your FQHC — Without Sacrificing Patient Care
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are doing some of the most important work in our healthcare system — delivering care to underserved communities, often with limited resources. But between rising costs, staffing challenges, and shifting reimbursement...
Navigating Healthcare IT Challenges
The healthcare industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with technology playing a crucial role in enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. However, despite the progress, challenges remain, leaving healthcare organizations...
The Case for Outsourcing IT and Medical Billing
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) play a vital role in providing accessible and affordable healthcare to underserved communities. However, they often face operational challenges due to limited resources, staffing constraints, and the need to maintain...
Sliding Fee Scale Calculations in FQHCs: Ensuring Fair and Accurate Patient Billing
The healthcare landscape, particularly in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), revolves around the mission to provide affordable and accessible care to all, irrespective of a patient’s financial status. At the heart of this approach lies the sliding fee...
Leveraging Data Analytics in FQHC Revenue Cycle Management: Driving Insights and Improving Performance
The modern healthcare landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, propelled by the emergence of cutting-edge technologies and data analytics. Among these transformations, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are front and center in tapping into the...
Maximizing Medicaid/Medicare Reimbursement for FQHCs: Strategies and Considerations
In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) face a myriad of challenges, not least of which is ensuring that they receive the maximum possible reimbursement from Medicaid and Medicare. The financial stability of...
Celebrating National Health Care Center Week: The Backbone of Community Health
Every year, in the heart of August, we celebrate National Health Care Center Week — a week dedicated to recognizing the immense contributions of community health centers. These centers, often underappreciated, serve as the backbone of our health care system,...
Enhancing Patient Financial Experience in FQHCs: Insights for Revenue Cycle Management
The healthcare environment has undergone considerable transformation in the past few years, with patient experience becoming a paramount priority. In Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), ensuring a positive patient financial experience is just as important...