October brings a wave of pink ribbons, powerful stories, and reminders to prioritize early detection — but behind the awareness campaigns lies a complex operational world that deeply affects both providers and patients. In this powerful episode, Jennifer McNamara and Maya Turner take listeners behind the scenes to examine the business side of breast cancer care.From navigating payer rules to managing rising denial rates, Jennifer reveals how the revenue cycle intersects with clinical decision-making at every step of a patient’s journey. This conversation sheds light on the hidden administrative barriers that influence access, cost, and continuity of care — and why improving compliance isn’t just about accuracy, but compassion.Why Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about more than pink ribbonsCommon revenue cycle pain points in oncology, including prior authorization delays and documentation pitfallsDenial trends affecting breast cancer treatment and imaging servicesHow payer policies shape patient access — often more than clinicians doPractical solutions for practices to reduce denials, streamline workflows, and elevate the patient financial experienceThe critical role of coding and billing teams in supporting both compliance and continuity of carePrior authorization hurdles for diagnostic imaging and treatment plansComplexity of breast cancer coding, documentation, and medical necessityThe financial burden on patients when claims are delayed or deniedCommunication breakdowns between payers, clinicians, and billing teamsWorkflow strategies that improve accuracy and reduce reworkWhy revenue cycle training is essential in oncology practicesBehind every statistic is a person navigating fear, uncertainty, and hope. Administrative barriers shouldn’t be another burden. This episode empowers healthcare leaders, coders, and revenue cycle teams to make breast cancer care more accessible, compliant, and compassionate — supporting both the clinical mission and the business realities.Medical coders & billersOncology practicesRevenue cycle leadersHealthcare administratorsCompliance professionalsAnyone interested in how healthcare finance impacts patient careIf you’d like expanded resources, training, or consulting support for oncology revenue cycle challenges, Jennifer McNamara and Healthcare Inspired LLC are here to help.

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