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Days In AR Is the Symptom — Not the Problem

What if Days in AR isn't the problem—but the symptom? Discover why leading healthcare organizations view Days in AR as the outcome of revenue cycle performance, and how a system-wide approach can accelerate cash flow, strengthen financial resilience, and improve long-term revenue cycle efficiency. Read More…  About Bristol Healthcare Services We are a technology-driven, full-scale medical billing and coding company focused on solving medical billing performance challenges and transforming financial outcomes for organizations across healthcare verticals. Our proven operating models are designed to seamlessly integrate into your existing framework, instantly driving sustainable improvements to cash flow and net patient revenue. Powered by intelligent automation, proven methodology and certified resources, our medical billing services are purpose-built to help you improve productivity and reduce administrative costs. We combine our deep industry knowledge with technology, analytics an...

CMS Introduces 80 New ICD-10-PCS Codes: What Providers and Coders Need to Know for FY 2026

From gene therapy breakthroughs to DRG-shifting non-OR procedures, CMS’s latest 80 PCS codes signal a major shift in coding and reimbursement.The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released 80 new ICD-10-PCS procedure codes, bringing notable updates that will directly influence inpatient coding accuracy, MS-DRG assignment, and ultimately reimbursement outcomes.These updates—effective for discharges through September 30, 2026—reflect ongoing advancements in gene therapy, wound care innovation, and minimally invasive procedural techniques. For healthcare organizations, this is more than a routine coding update—it’s a signal of where clinical practice and reimbursement models are heading. Read More… About Bristol Healthcare Services We are a California based organization, willing to change the tide of the Healthcare industry, from increased revenues to addressing claim issues promptly to beat the clock at the credentialing process, not breaking our heads to code, we ar...

Radiology Coding Update: Anticipated CPT Billing Code Changes for 2026

Radiology Coding Update: Anticipated CPT Billing Code Changes for 2026  This article outlines the expected modifications and how they may affect billing and clinical reporting for imaging, interventional procedures, and emerging technologies.   The American College of Radiology (ACR) has released a preview of the anticipated 2026 CPT® code changes, bringing significant updates that will impact multiple radiology-related services. These include new and revised Category I and III codes, as well as code deletions and guideline clarifications. This article outlines the expected modifications and how they may affect billing and clinical reporting for imaging, interventional procedures, and emerging technologies. Read More

CMS Launches Aggressive Medicare Advantage Audit Strategy: What Providers Must Know

CMS Launches Aggressive Medicare Advantage Audit Strategy: What Providers Must Know  This move carries major implications for Medicare Advantage organizations, providers, and Health Information Management (HIM) professionals.   The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a sweeping initiative to enhance and accelerate Medicare Advantage (MA) audits, signaling one of the most aggressive enforcement actions in recent memory. This move carries major implications for Medicare Advantage organizations, providers, and Health Information Management (HIM) professionals. Here’s what you need to know—and how to prepare. Read More