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Denials Are Rising, but That Is Not the Root Cause of Revenue Leakage

Samantha Akhtarzandi — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:00:06 GMT

Over the past year, one topic has come up in nearly every conversation I’ve had with specialty practice professionals, executives, and revenue cycle leaders. Denials are up – in many specialties approaching 15%-20% – and for many organizations it feels like a constant effort just to keep pace.

The Revenue Leakage Crisis Reshaping Healthcare in 2026

Samantha Akhtarzandi — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:04 GMT

Earlier this year at Nextech EDGE 2026, I had the opportunity to sit on a panel alongside several leaders deeply embedded in the realities of revenue cycle performance. These were not theoretical conversations. Each of us brought a perspective shaped by what we see inside organizations every day.

Benefits of Cloud-Based EHRs | Nextech

Nextech — Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

If your practice is still running on an on-site EHR, you’re not alone. But you may be falling behind. Across specialty healthcare, the pressure is building. Systems that once felt reliable are now slowing teams down, limiting visibility into performance, and making it harder to keep up with rising patient expectations and evolving compliance requirements. What used to work may now be creating friction at nearly every step — from documentation and scheduling to billing and reporting. A cloud-based EHR offers a fundamentally different approach.

But for many practice leaders, two key questions remain:

Will switching be worth it?
How quickly can it be implemented?
The benefits of cloud-based EHRs (short- and long-term)
How security actually compares to on-premises systems
Where ROI comes from and what you may be losing today
A step-by-step roadmap to implementation

In this guide, we’ll break down:

Cost of Not Switching Plastic Surgery Software | Nextech

info@nextech.com (Robin Ntoh) — Mon, 11 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT

There’s a moment every growing plastic surgery practice reaches with their technology — when what once worked, no longer does.

When Policy Meets Reality in American Healthcare

Nio Queiro — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:00:01 GMT

I recently spent time on Capitol Hill as a provider representative in conversations about several exigent healthcare topics with leaders from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, members of Congress, staffers, and policy advisers. What struck me most was not disagreement. It was distance.

AI in Ophthalmology | Nextech

Jason Handza, DO — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing healthcare, yet it will never replace the experience, insight, and leadership of physicians. Still, AI is becoming clinically and operationally indispensable, especially in ophthalmology. It strengthens what physicians and their care teams do best: deliver precise diagnoses, personalized treatment, and meaningful patient care.

Who Can Open a Med Spa - Laws by State | Nextech

Nextech — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The medical aesthetics industry is growing at a rapid pace, and opening a med spa is more complex than ever.

How to Prevent Healthcare Cyberattacks in 2026 | Nextech

David Slazyk — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Cyberattacks are a direct threat to patient safety, financial performance, and the day-to-day operations of your practice. A single breach can halt scheduling, delay procedures, expose sensitive patient data, and disrupt revenue for days or even weeks. The days of cybersecurity being only a back-office IT concern are over.

2026 Plastic Surgery Trends | Nextech

info@nextech.com (Robin Ntoh) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Plastic surgery in 2026 is being reshaped by three powerful forces: precision, personalization, and subtlety. Today’s patients are looking for refined, natural-looking results that enhance rather than alter their appearance. The rise of “stealth aesthetics” reflects this shift, where the best outcomes are the ones no one can quite pinpoint.

IV Therapy Laws by State | Nextech

Nextech — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

IV therapy is one of the fastest growing services in med spas and wellness clinics. The U.S. market alone generated more than $1.1 billion in 2025 and is projected to nearly double by 2033, according to Grand View Horizon research. While demand grows, so does regulatory scrutiny.