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Days in AR: What’s Normal and How to Fix a Rising Number

Days in AR measures how long it takes your practice to collect payment after a service is rendered. It's the clearest single indicator of revenue cycle health, and a rising number is almost always the first sign of a billing problem, showing up in the data weeks before it shows up in your bank balance. Here's the formula, the benchmarks, and how to bring it down.

By Mark Wood August 10, 2026Medical Billing5 Comments

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What Is Medical Billing and Why It Matters to You

Medical billing converts healthcare services into claims for insurance payment. This guide explains the full process, from registration to reimbursement, with practical insights for providers and patients.

By Mark Wood May 26, 2025Medical Billing

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What Actually Happens When You Outsource Medical Billing

You've decided to outsource your billing, so what happens next? This walks through exactly what the transition looks like, from the handoff through the ongoing relationship, how much control you keep, and how to know the partner is performing.

By Mark Wood May 23, 2025Medical Billing

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In-House vs Outsourced Medical Billing: The Real Cost Comparison

The honest comparison between in-house and outsourced billing isn't salary versus percentage fee, it's total cost of collection: everything it takes to turn a service into deposited revenue, including the money you never collect. Here's what each model actually costs and how to tell which fits your practice.

By Mark Wood May 16, 2025Medical Billing

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Medical Billing in 2026: Trends, Risks, and Opportunities

Medical billing in 2026 looks different than it did even twelve months ago. New CMS prior authorization rules took effect in January. AI denial tools are now widespread. Patient financial responsibility keeps climbing. Here's an honest look at the trends, risks, and opportunities shaping medical billing right now, and what practices should actually do about them.

By Mark Wood May 15, 2025Medical Billing