The Billing Blueprint

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Welcome to The Billing Blueprint Podcast, your go-to resource for innovative medical billing solutions. Each episode, hosts Brad & Sarah explore the latest industry trends and share proven strategies to help your practice or billing service streamline operations and get paid faster.

  1. 5 Medical Payment Strategies That Improve Cash Flow and Cut Administrative Burden

    5D AGO

    5 Medical Payment Strategies That Improve Cash Flow and Cut Administrative Burden

    In this episode, we examine one of the biggest challenges medical practices face today—not clinical hurdles, but financial ones. With patient collections rising 133% since 2011, high-deductible health plans shifting more costs to patients, and practices waiting an average of 47 days to get paid, navigating today’s payment landscape has become a true operational burden. To help practices strengthen their financial stability, we outline five essential medical payment strategies that can dramatically accelerate cash flow and reduce administrative workload. Together, these five strategies shift practices from a reactive payment model to a proactive, predictable revenue engine. By meeting patients’ expectations for convenience and flexibility, practices can speed up payments, reduce staff burnout, and elevate the financial experience for everyone involved. Tune in to the full episode to learn how these strategies can transform your practice’s financial performance.

    14 min
  2. Redefining the Revenue Cycle: How a Modern Medical Practice Can Stop Chasing Payments

    12/19/2025

    Redefining the Revenue Cycle: How a Modern Medical Practice Can Stop Chasing Payments

    In this episode, we break down why so many medical and dental practices are trapped in a costly, exhausting cycle of chasing payments—and how evolving into a modern medical practice can help break free. We explore the hidden costs of manual billing, the rise in A/R days despite point-of-service collection efforts, and the growing demand from patients for digital, consumer-friendly payment experiences. We outline five proven strategies high-performing practices use to streamline billing: pre-visit payment requests, simplified statements, automated reminders, multi-channel payment options, and flexible financing plans. We also explain how modern automation eliminates administrative bottlenecks, improves staff efficiency, shortens the time to payment, and leads to a smoother, more predictable revenue cycle. A must-listen for any practice ready to modernize and finally shift from chasing to receiving.

    14 min
  3. Cost-Effective Medical Billing Strategies That Every Practice Should Know

    12/19/2025

    Cost-Effective Medical Billing Strategies That Every Practice Should Know

    In this episode, we dig into medical billing strategies that every practice should know, especially as we tackle one of the biggest financial challenges in healthcare today: outdated, inefficient billing systems that are quietly draining millions from the bottom line. With U.S. practices losing an estimated $125 billion each year—and roughly $5 million per provider—due to administrative errors and manual processes, this conversation is a much-needed wake-up call. We break down a step-by-step roadmap for modern, cost-effective billing. Together, we explore why standardized workflows and clean coding are essential for reducing denials, how automation eliminates costly human error, and why upfront collections through transparent estimates are becoming a financial necessity. We also examine the growing disconnect between practices and patients: while 74% of patients prefer digital payments, 75% of providers still rely on paper-based processes. We discuss how adopting digital, omnichannel payment options can help practices collect faster while improving the patient experience. Then we dive into key financial metrics every practice should monitor—A/R days, denial rates, clean claim rates, and net collection rates—and how optimizing these KPIs strengthens your entire revenue cycle. We also highlight the importance of offering flexible financing, automating payment reminders, and consolidating scattered software tools into one integrated platform. Finally, we break down why a hybrid billing strategy—combining fast digital delivery with reliable mailed statements—ensures we reach every patient in the way they prefer. If you’re a medical practice leader looking to simplify operations, reduce waste, and dramatically strengthen your revenue cycle, this episode delivers the practical guidance you need.

    11 min
  4. 10 Must-Ask Questions Every Medical Practice Should Ask Before Choosing Medical Billing Software

    12/19/2025

    10 Must-Ask Questions Every Medical Practice Should Ask Before Choosing Medical Billing Software

    In this episode, we break down the 10 essential questions every medical practice should ask before choosing a billing software. With 80% of medical bills containing errors and 71% of providers still relying on manual, paper-heavy workflows, choosing the right system isn’t just important—it’s mission-critical. We explore why modern billing software must be intuitive for staff, fully integrated with your EHR, and designed to support digital-first patient payments. They dig into what patients really want (online payments, text reminders, and mobile-friendly billing) and show how automation—from payment follow-ups to pre-visit billing—directly reduces A/R days. You’ll also hear how features like built-in patient financing, integrated collections, and PreBill tools help practices get paid faster without adding staff. The hosts highlight the importance of transparent pricing, top-tier security standards, and reliable, knowledgeable customer support that understands real-world healthcare billing challenges. If you’re evaluating billing systems or planning to upgrade soon, this fast, practical guide will help you choose software that improves staff efficiency, boosts collections, and creates a smoother financial experience for your patients.

    11 min
  5. 5 Proven Strategies to Modernize Payment Reminders and End the Cycle of Chasing Payment

    11/26/2025

    5 Proven Strategies to Modernize Payment Reminders and End the Cycle of Chasing Payment

    In this episode, we tackle one of healthcare’s biggest headaches: chasing payment from patients. With 88% of providers still relying on manual billing and endless phone calls, practices are burning time, money, and staff energy. We break down five practical strategies to modernize your payment process—from automating reminders and simplifying patient statements to offering flexible payment plans like FlexPay and integrating your billing systems for a seamless workflow. Learn how automation can boost collections by up to 75%, how 0% financing options can improve patient satisfaction, and how integration keeps your team focused on care—not collections. Tune in to discover how to get paid faster, reduce burnout, and create a smoother payment experience for your patients.

    13 min
  6. Untangling the Medical Debt Rules: Understanding the CFPB Ruling and Its Impact on Providers and Patients

    11/21/2025

    Untangling the Medical Debt Rules: Understanding the CFPB Ruling and Its Impact on Providers and Patients

    In this episode we unpack the chaos surrounding medical debt rules and credit reporting in 2025. After the CFPB’s sweeping rule to ban medical debt from credit reports was struck down by a federal judge, providers and patients were left wondering—what rules actually apply now? They break down the current landscape: voluntary credit bureau policies that still block debts under $500 and require a one-year waiting period, plus the strict verification standards that make reporting medical debt a high-stakes move. The hosts explore how healthcare providers can stay compliant while maintaining control of their collections, using integrated systems that balance revenue recovery with patient trust. Tune in to understand where compliance ends, strategy begins, and how smart billing practices can help your organization get paid—without damaging your reputation

    15 min
  7. Reimagining the Patient Payment Experience: Proven Steps to Get Paid Faster

    11/21/2025

    Reimagining the Patient Payment Experience: Proven Steps to Get Paid Faster

    Running a small medical practice often means walking a tightrope between quality care and endless administrative work. In this episode, we explore how small medical practices can transform their patient payment experience to eliminate billing bottlenecks and boost cash flow. From manual statements and data silos to delayed collections, we uncover the hidden inefficiencies that slow payments and frustrate staff. We break down four powerful, actionable strategies to streamline your revenue cycle and accelerate payments: Automate patient statements with digital delivery. Use pre-visit billing to collect earlier and improve compliance. Implement automated reminders and integrated collections to reduce follow-up time. Unify your entire billing, payment, and collections process on one connected platform. If you’re tired of chasing payments and ready to build a smoother, more profitable operation, this episode will show you how to turn your billing bottlenecks into steady, predictable cash flow.

    15 min
  8. Hybrid Billing That Cuts Your Payment Time in Half

    11/21/2025

    Hybrid Billing That Cuts Your Payment Time in Half

    In this episode of The Billing Blueprint Podcast, we explore how hybrid billing—combining digital and paper methods—can dramatically accelerate payments and improve customer satisfaction across healthcare practices. They uncover surprising data showing that relying solely on either paper or electronic billing is costing organizations both time and money. Patients and customers want choice and convenience, not a one-size-fits-all approach. The hosts break down how integrating eBills, mailed statements, QR codes, and automated reminders can cut average payment times from 20 days to just 9—boosting cash flow while keeping every type of customer engaged. From improving accessibility for older patients to reducing overhead and manual labor, Brad and Sarah explain why hybrid billing isn’t just a compromise—it’s the future of revenue cycle management (RCM). Tune in to learn how this blended approach is reshaping collections, satisfaction, and profitability in the digital age.

    17 min
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Welcome to The Billing Blueprint Podcast, your go-to resource for innovative medical billing solutions. Each episode, hosts Brad & Sarah explore the latest industry trends and share proven strategies to help your practice or billing service streamline operations and get paid faster.

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  • Creator
    NexTrust BillFlash
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    55
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    © NexTrust 2024
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