March 18, 2025 Congress has once again failed to address the ongoing reductions to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, marking five straight years of reimbursement cuts. As of January 1, physician payments have been reduced by 2.83% compared to 2024. For five years, Medicare payments have declined while the costs of providing healthcare—including staff wages, […]

March 4, 2025An interview with Steve Mims, Founder/CEO What inspired you to start PBS Radiology?When I sold my first RCM company, I was required to work for the entity I sold it to for two years. Although they committed to keeping everything the same, after one year they were significantly changing the strategic direction of

December 10, 2024 Read the full 2025 CPT Coding Update for Radiology here: PBS 2025 CPT Update

December 3, 2024 An interview with Laura Manser, CPC, CDEO, CIRCC, CPMA, CEMC, RCC, Director of Provider Education Tell us about your role as the director of physician education and how long you have been with PBS. I’ve been with the company for 24 years. My role involves identifying areas for documentation improvement and providing

November 8, 2024 By: Angie Wardlaw, Director of Client Services Introduction After two decades in healthcare operations and revenue cycle management, I’m thrilled as I continue a new journey as Director of Client Services at PBS. As I reflect on my career journey through radiology and multi-specialty physician practice groups in North Carolina, I’m excited

October 25, 2024 Source: Center For Internet Security (www.cisecurity.org) Cybersecurity is essential in today’s digital age as it protects sensitive data, systems, and networks from cyber threats. As we increasingly rely on technology for everything from personal communication to critical infrastructure, cybersecurity helps safeguard against risks such as data breaches, identity theft, and financial loss.

October 22, 2024 Source: 2025 CPT Anticipated Code Changes | American College of Radiology (acr.org) 2025 CPT Coding Changes – Radiology As part of the 2025 CPT code changes, several new codes and revisions will impact radiology effective January 1, 2025. Below is an overview of key updates that radiology practices should be aware of:

July 27, 2024 By: Laura Manser, CPC, CDEO, CIRCC, CPMA, CEMC, RCC, Director of Provider Education Source: https://www.acr.org/Advocacy-and-Economics/Advocacy-News/Advocacy-News-Issues/In-the-July-27-2024-Issue/ACR-Provides-Detailed-Summary-of-2025-Medicare-Physician-Fee-Schedule-Proposed-Rule Overall Summary of 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule CMS has proposed changes to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for 2025, which could have varying impacts on different areas of radiology. For general radiology, nuclear medicine,

July 25, 2024 By: Laura Manser, CPC, CDEO, CIRCC, CPMA, CEMC, RCC, Director of Provider Education In our ever-evolving healthcare landscape, teleradiology continues to play a crucial role. Let’s dive into some key points about Evaluation and Management (E/M) visits performed via telemedicine, with a focus on new patient encounters. New Patients: More Than Just

June 7, 2024 By: Laura Manser, CPC, CDEO, CIRCC, CPMA, CEMC, RCC, Director of Provider Education Unlock the Full Potential of Your Radiology Practice with Documentation Excellence In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the precision of radiology report documentation has never been more critical. As a physician, you strive to provide the best care for

June 6, 2024By: Laura Manser, CPC, CDEO, CIRCC, CPMA, CEMC, RCC, Director of Provider Education Introduction In the specialized field of radiology, precise and complete documentation is not just a regulatory requirement—it is crucial for securing proper reimbursement and reducing the risk of denials. A well-structured Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) program tailored for radiology groups

May 28, 2024 By: Desiree Overcast, Chief Operations Officer In today’s digital age, data security is paramount, especially in industries handling sensitive information like healthcare. At PBS Radiology, safeguarding our clients’ data is our top priority. We employ a range of advanced technologies and best practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of patient