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EHR keys patient growth for Nebraska practice

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN October 16, 2017

Over the last 15 years, Jared Ray, director of operations at First Step Recovery, has seen plenty of change in the health care industry. Some…

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Is Digital the New World of Addiction?

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN September 25, 2017

What would happen if you were suddenly deprived of every screen, every Wi-Fi connection and every digital device in your life? What would your day…

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8 Tips to Reduce Insurance Claim Denials

8 Tips to Reduce Insurance Claim Denials

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN September 13, 2017

Your claim was denied. We’ve all been there. Whether the notice comes from a private insurer, Medicaid or Medicare, there are few things more headache-inducing…

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Save Time and Money with Paperless Practice Management

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN August 24, 2017

Why Should Practices Consider Going Paperless? For many healthcare workers, paperwork is the least productive — not to mention least enjoyable — part of their…

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How to select the right clearinghouse for your needs

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN July 25, 2017

Medical claims and clearinghouses: the two go hand in hand. If your clearinghouse isn’t up to par, your medical claims (and ultimately your practice) suffer….

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ICANotes placed on the Mental Health EMR FrontRunners Quadrant

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN July 7, 2017

No matter what field you’re in, there is a rung you strive for, one that proves you are among the best in your industry and…

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Finding a better alternative to the conventional fax machine dilemma

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN May 5, 2017

Love it or hate it, the fax machine is still a vital part of your practice’s business. And that means so are its problems: busy signals,…

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7 apps that will benefit any behavioral health clinician

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN April 5, 2017

If you’re curious how far you walked, what deals are available from your favorite website or if the latest blockbuster is any good, there’s an…

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3 ways smartphones may be affecting our mental health

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN March 24, 2017

For many people, a smartphone is a fundamental part of who they are. It’s their planner, their calendar, their tool for connecting with friends and…

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Dr. Charleston restores work-life balance using ICANotes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN February 28, 2017

Dr. W. Harlan Charleston had had enough. After a long and exhaustive search to find an electronic health records provider that matched his needs, he…

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