A Physician Advisor explains why “good enough” documentation now creates financial risk—and how proactive, real-time strategy protects margins in 2026.
“Good Enough” Documentation Is No Longer Good Enough Read More
External Physician Advisor support is now essential. Learn why hospitals are shifting from internal models to scalable, tech-enabled national teams.
Why External Physician Advisor Support Is Essential Read More
How the Physician Advisor role is evolving this year to strengthen clinical alignment, financial performance, and denial management.
Physician Advisor Trends Defining 2026 Read More
Strengthening compliance, supporting clinicians, and protecting revenue is our approach to CDI in the year ahead.
2026 Goals for CDI and Physician Advisor Collaboration Read More
Available 365 days a year, Brundage Group delivers expert Physician Advisory Services, CDI support, and denial prevention when you need it most.
Trusted Hospital Support Every Day Read More
Explore what Revenue Integrity means in 2026 and how hospitals can reduce denials, improve documentation, and achieve sustainable financial health.
What Revenue Integrity Means in 2026 Read More
Learn more about this change in Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act’s Premium Tax Credits.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act’s Premium Tax Credits Read More
Learn the risks and next steps regarding Aetna’s new Medicare Advantage policy.
Aetna’s New Medicare Advantage Inpatient Policy and Its Impact on Hospitals and Patients Read More
Technology alone can’t fix your revenue cycle. Learn how Brundage Group combines physician-led insight with tech-enabled tools to identify missed revenue, capture it, and close the feedback loop for lasting improvement.
Tech Alone Can’t Fix Your Revenue Cycle: How Physician-Led RCM Closes the Gaps Read More
Explore how the future of healthcare depends on innovative care delivery models and technology that acts as a safety net to secure earned revenue.
Reimagining the Healthcare Workforce Read More
Let’s Start with a Fundamental Truth: Physician Advisors are not interchangeable- and treating them as a just another FTE is a costly mistake.
Physician Advisors Are Not Commodities: A Strategic Look at External Support Read More
What is Ghost Revenue and why should you care?
Ghost Revenue: How to Claim Earned but Unrealized Dollars Read More
A quiet but significant shift is happening in hospitals nationwide: Physician Advisors are stepping into the boardroom. No longer limited to clinical guidance, they’re becoming essential players in revenue strategy, compliance, and executive decision-making. Explore why the most forward-thinking hospitals invest in business-minded Physician Advisors, and why that shift redefines healthcare leadership’s future.
The Strategic Ascent of Physician Advisors in Healthcare Read More
Discover how Brundage Group Intelligence empowers hospitals to capture earned revenue, streamline utilization workflows, and enhance compliance—through tech-enabled solutions backed by real clinical insight.
Revenue Integrity Through Tech-Enabled Solutions Read More
Rising denial rates aren’t just a paperwork problem—they’re reshaping inpatient admissions and impacting hospital revenue. With data-driven strategies and Physician Advisor support, learn how to break the cycle of reactive decision-making, protect your bottom line, and reclaim earned but unrealized revenue.
Denials vs. Inpatient Admission Percentage – Examining the Financial and Clinical Impact Read More
To maintain balanced, hospitals must track key performance indicators (KPIs) that reflect the broader ecosystem rather than just isolated departmental goals.
The Bigger Picture: Aligning Patient Care, Compliance, and Financial Health Read More
Learn how hospitals can optimize the peer-to-peer process with expert advocacy, data tracking, and strategic pursuit rates.
Peer-to-Peer Reviews for Medical Necessity Appeals: Key Strategies for Revenue Recovery Read More
Learn how Physician Advisors act as payer watchdogs to secure earned revenue, support compliance, and improve operational efficiency.
Physician Advisors: Protecting Hospital Viability Read More
Discover how Physician Advisors support revenue capture, ensuring compliance, optimizing operations, and helping hospitals thrive.
The Vital Role of a Physician Advisor in Modern Healthcare Read More
Discover why Physician Advisors are essential for bridging hospital clinical and administrative needs.
The Physician Advisor: The Administrative Role Hospitals Can’t Afford to Overlook Read More
Discover changes to CMS Rule 4204F, addressing Medicare appeal rights after inpatient-to-outpatient reclassification.
Understanding Beneficiary Appeal Rights After Inpatient-to-Outpatient Status Changes Read More
Why do conflicts over the two-midnight rule persist? Discover how clearer documentation, alignment with Rule 1599F, and streamlined processes can reduce denials and enhance care coordination. Learn actionable strategies to close documentation gaps and improve outcomes for both patients and hospitals.
Two-Midnight Rule: Greater Understanding Yields Better Results Read More
Certus Radar™ combines expert automation and real-time analytics to optimize utilization management, ensuring accurate patient status and timely escalations to prevent revenue leakage.
Unlocking Compliance, Continuity, and Revenue Potential with Certus Radar™ Read More
Discover how Brundage Group helps hospitals reduce denials, improve revenue capture, and streamline compliance through expert insights and data-driven solutions.
As we celebrate Case Management Week, let’s explore how case management has evolved and recognize Physician Advisors’ vital role in supporting this essential function. Here’s a look at the evolution of case management and the value Physician Advisors bring:
Recognizing the Role of Physician Advisors in Case Management Read More
Discover key factors hospitals may overlook when transitioning to an internal Physician Advisor program in Dr. Tim Brundage’s latest blog.
Thinking of Transitioning to an Internal Physician Advisor Program? Read More
Struggling to secure the revenue your hospital deserves? Brundage Group specializes in Mid-Revenue Cycle Optimization, offering innovative solutions to streamline processes, enhance documentation, and maximize financial outcomes.
Mid-Revenue Cycle Optimization: How Brundage Group Helps Hospitals Secure Earned Revenue Read More
CDI and coding professionals should consider the totality of the record when…
Why Providers Should be Documenting “Evidence of” a Diagnosis Based on Clinical Findings Read More
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Optimizing Coordination Among Mid-Revenue Cycle Stakeholders Read More
Do health information management (HIM) and clinical documentation integrity (CDI)…
Is Everything in the Medical Record “Documentation”? Read More
As a former manager of clinical documentation integrity (CDI) and utilization…
Is There a Blind Spot in Your Mid-Revenue Cycle? Read More
The diagnosis of Healthcare-Associated Pneumonia (HCAP) is clinically out of date…
Healthcare-Associated Pneumonia: Why You Should Not Diagnose It Read More
Surviving Sepsis Campaign International Guidelines for the Management of Septic…
Know the New Pediatric Sepsis Criteria Read More
Emergency departments (EDs), the US healthcare system “safety net”, are seeing…
Optum (UHC) Profits from Denying ED Payments Read More
The National Association of Healthcare Revenue Integrity (NAHRI) recently asked our…
Take control of Medicare Advantage denial challenges Read More
Suggestions for conducting peer-to-peer appeals for denials. If you are wondering why…
Guest Blog: A Rebeginner’s Guide to Peer-to-Peer Appeals Read More
DRG 853 Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with OR Procedure w/MCC is Under Attack!
I just returned from the ACPA National Physician Advisor Conference where I met…
Expand the role of the physician advisor to break down silos Read More
Do you recall the days of being graded on a bell curve? Your grade didn’t…
Is your hospital slipping on industry rankings? Read More
