Etowah, NC – May 29, 2008 – Peter R. Meyer, President of Medical Business Associates, has announced that he and Scott M. Kennedy, President of Debt-Check, will be holding a free seminar entitled, “Get a Grip On Your Practice in a Slipping Economy,” on Thursday, June 19 at the Cleveland Country Club in Shelby, NC.  The seminar will cover topics that will teach attendees how receiving timely payments and generating exceptional collection results can keep a practice from falling into the cracks of a splintered economy.  Guests will also learn how outsourcing billing functions and utilizing collection services can save both time and money.  A buffet dinner will also be served during the seminar. 

“In today’s economy, it is becoming increasingly difficult to guarantee the ongoing success of your business,” said Meyer.  “This invaluable seminar will teach you how to start maximizing your resources and getting the profitability your practice deserves.” 

The seminar will feature topics including:

• The front office, your first defense


• Commercial contracting – have you had a checkup


• Check your practice’s vital signs


• Is outsourcing right for you


• Services offered by Medical Business Associates




• Complete billing


• A/R cleanup


• Credentialing


• CPT Coding Services


• Consulting

• Tips to Improve Your Receivables


• Understanding Credit Reporting


• How to Maximize Your Collection Agency


• How Does Your Office Compare

Admission to the seminar is free and reservations are required.

To make reservations or to RSVP, please contact Angela Hollifield at angela.hollifield@debtcheck.com or 704-482-7732 ext.100.

For further information about Medical Business Associates, call 800-659-3171, or visit www.mba-nc.com.

About Medical Business Associates

Medical Business Associates is North Carolina’s best source for the most time effective insurance, filing, billing and consulting services.  With over 80 years of combined experience, the team at Medical Business Associates works with small to medium sized practices to increase profit margins by turning insurance nonsense into dollars.  Medical Business Associates eases transitions from in-house to outsource billing without the need for new computers, forms or staff.  Medical Business Associates’ customized programs and services meet the specific needs of North Carolina providers and are in accordance with North Carolina laws.

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