Healthcare IT Blog

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, Cardiology remains a challenging field that demands precise analysis and synthesis of data from various sources, including lab tests, cardiac imaging, electrical activity monitoring, and physical examinations. With the advent of electronic health records (EHR) technology, cardiologists faced initial frustrations due to the inability of early systems to effectively capture the intricate data required for heart-related patient care. The critical role of semantic interoperability became evident as the backbone for improving healthcare efficiency and efficacy. This interoperability not only streamlines workflows but also enhances patient care and promotes collaboration among healthcare providers. Responding to the feedback from cardiologists, developers embarked on collaborative efforts to refine EHR software tailored specifically for cardiology practices.

As managers, owners and principals at cardiology practices plan for the coming quarters this year, the flow of revenue will be a major consideration. Accordingly, they will be looking at revenue cycle management or RCM trends to help prepare for upcoming months. With that in mind, here are cardiology RCM trends that appear to be emerging this year.