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87% of healthcare finance leaders agree: Strained payer-provider relationships are blocking optimal patient care. As out-of-pocket costs rise, patients find themselves in a tough spot—often confused and unable to afford their bills. Join us for a webinar with the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), featuring Sachin H. Jain, MD, MBA from SCAN, as we discuss the findings from our research, “Bridging the Payer-Provider Divide.” Along with Brad Dennison and Seth Cohen, we’ll explore innovative solutions that health systems and payers are implementing to enhance the patient financial experience. Register now to save your spot https://lnkd.in/e4nsY5hK

The healthcare affordability crisis is no longer just a headline — it’s personal for millions of Americans. High-deductible health plans and rising numbers of uninsured patients are leaving families with insurmountable medical bills, fueling 400,000 personal bankruptcies each year. Our latest research reveals that uninsured patients now account for 40% of hospital out-of-pocket balances —a number that’s growing. This isn’t just a billing issue; it’s an affordability crisis. With healthcare costs dominating national conversations, Cedar President Seth Cohen shares how we're meeting the moment with a patient affordability solution that helps patients navigate resources like Medicaid, financial aid, and payment plans.

Sometimes the best way to avoid a million-dollar mistake is to simply ask your patients first. In the latest episode of Cedar Talks, Julie Frahm, VP of Digital Strategies at Sharp HealthCare, shares why patient feedback is non-negotiable in their innovation process—and how it’s helped them build digital experiences that patients not only adopt but love. Watch the full conversation for insights on prioritizing digital investments, getting buy-in across a complex health system, and more: https://lnkd.in/e7UP43YD

🏆 We’re honored to be included in Built In’s 2025 100 Best Midsize Places to Work in New York City! Check out Cedar and the full list of Built In honorees here: https://lnkd.in/ezkitpev #BPTW2025 #2025BuiltInBest #GrowWithCedar

Did you know: 40% of patients won't pay bills they don't understand? From coinsurance to CPT codes, healthcare billing is a maze. That's why at Cedar, we're blending human expertise + AI to: ✅ Simplify billing ✅ Free up RCM staff for complex cases ✅ Ensure efficient, human-centered care Catch Head of Commercial Strategy Dugan Winkie's insights and learn how we're revolutionizing call centers with Cedar Support in MobiHealthNews https://lnkd.in/e2zvcp65

On Thursday, we held our final Cedar All Hands meeting of 2024. As we close out the year, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to every Cedarian for their dedication and hard work in making healthcare more affordable and accessible. Your commitment has improved patients' lives, brought value to our client partners, and transformed the healthcare landscape. This year has been pivotal for us, and while it's challenging to encapsulate all our achievements in a single LinkedIn post, I’d like to share a glimpse of what we've accomplished together. Thank you for your relentless efforts and passion in driving positive change in healthcare. Here's to 2025 being our best year yet! 🤝 100+ Cedarians onboarded 🚀 Launching important initiatives, like our PFX Benchmarks, Patient Financial Experience Awards, and a new website ⭐ Nearly 1,200 online user testing studies to improve our product offerings - and an 89% satisfaction rate! 🗣️ Organizing and participating in 45+ events across the country 🏙️ 50+ client visits to our NYC HQ (and 30+ team on-site meetings!)

If revenue cycle was a puzzle, how many pieces would it be? We recently sat down with Lynn Brennan Van Houten, who heads up revenue cycle at North American Partners in Anesthesia—and happens to love puzzles! In this episode of Cedar Talks, we cover everything from prioritization tips and innovation approaches to where she sees revenue cycle heading next. Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/e7eePrAw

Creating a healthcare experience that is accessible, affordable, and high-quality is key to attracting and retaining increasingly discerning patients. At our 2024 Financial Leadership Council, Jason Siedman, Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management at Wellstar Health System, shared how the health system is bringing this vision to life. Attendees left with a deeper understanding of why the revenue cycle isn’t just about dollars and cents, but a crucial player in crafting an exceptional care experience.