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"Software Update (Lost in Translation)" - acrylics - probably 10x8in ?
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I know u have talked about your process of art making before but I was wondering if u could do like an updated version since evolving? your digital stuff is just insane in the best way
Thank you
Really it’s been coming down to pure introspection. I spent much of my time growing up on MS Paint, KidPix and whatever photo editing/drawing software I could get my hands on. I would spend hours seeing how far I could push the medium with its finite but expansive power. I do these drawings as a calming exercise; I draw during therapy, during phone calls, first thing when I wake up, last thing before I go to bed. I still draw kind of the same as I did when I was a kid and it feels like catharsis. I’m still thrilled at the digital seams these programs reveal when you push them beyond sensible limits. I know how to make an image look like professional product promotion, but I’m more interested in the faults in the software itself, it feels “off” and brutally sincere. I spend many hours drawing and editing. Then I leave it to the mercy and haze of my inkjet printer, translating it to a tangible, an imperfect portrayal of labor. Like some ephemeral content, it exists to carry a purpose, to spread a message and then to be disposed of. Nothing is every truly lost in the grand scheme of production and I want to make art that feels like an accumulation of that dispose; but with the emotional weight and embarrassment of a diary.
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Nihilus Rex, Ch. 38: Head in the Sand
Totally lost track of what day it was, this should have been posted yesterday.
There is a huge Easter Egg in here, and I can't wait for the reveal and payoff on it. @baelpenrose and I had a blast with this and the next chapter, just because of that little detail.
“Any updates from the mayor?” I asked, praying that the translation software would pick the right honorific for the person I was speaking to. After what happened in the church last week, I had buried my head - intentionally - in my water initiatives. Specifically the ones that I typically couldn’t work with if I was multitasking, due to language barriers.
Again, I was deliberately burying my head in work. It wasn’t anything I was clueless to.
“The mayor did not respond,” Ayanti responded. Which basically translated to ‘ask forgiveness rather than beg permission’.
“I’ll take it,” I responded as my phone vibrated. Nils.
I ignored it.
“How far can we push this?” I asked Ayanti. “If we are under tacit permission, assuming we don’t make him look bad?”
She hummed musically. “As far as you have resources, or until his borders run out.”
Immediately, I started tapping keys on a different machine, transferring funds. “Whole village, got it. Four hectares?”
“Three point five.”
“I’ll send enough for five.”
My phone went off again. Nils, again. Ignored. Again.
Laser focus on the issue at hand. “Were you able to see the file about the straws?” I asked.
“Are they ready for consumer?”
I paused and sighed audibly. Ayanti and I had worked together long enough that I refused to lie to her about things that were life or death to her. “They are in testing. Not ready for consumer release.”
“Can you get us four kay?”
My head snapped up to scowl at my monitor, despite the fact this was a fully voice call. “Four thousand? Ayanti. How bad is the water situation? Please don’t lie to me… we don’t lie to each other, right?”
The line fell silent for a moment and I took the time to set up the transactions for both the water filters and the straws. Legit filters were coming from the Gates Foundation through WHO and direct shipped to Daravi as a “charitable act” - no matter how large the company, good press and tax writeoffs almost guaranteed they’d never be reported. Plus they came with a steep discount, ordered by a paper-legit company with about ten shells behind it. So, about as legit as any other charity, really.
I fired off the filters on one machine and paid for them from the other. However, I held off on firing off the order for the straws. This would need some finagling, given that they were still in the testing phase. A couple labs, some money to grease palms. But it was blatant bribery, so I wanted to be sure before I pulled the trigger and sent down the labs involved.
I heard the line unmute just long enough to catch Ayanti taking a deep breath and sighing.
After a glance at a calender and some mental math, I grunted. “Yanti. Is this for monsoon season?”
She grunted wordlessly, but definitely in an affirmative. Someone could hear her, and she didn’t want to give away what she was doing. Which told me she was supposed to be mining for MMORPG gold, and this was therefore slacking off.
“I’ll contact them and have all the prototypes sent over. And any other company working on similar things,” I promised. “I’ll reach out when I have the exact quantity, but it should be far above four kay.”
“Deal.” With that, she disconnected.
Palming my face and rubbing it roughly, I vibrated with contained violence. Ayanti was in Mumbai, in the slums, and working from an internet cafe. I had no way of beating the breaks off her supervisor - most likely the owner of the cafe. So I needed to focus on what I could do.
Nine children, you could have stopped it.
I screamed in my head how hard I had tried. Begged Nils and Gray to send orders to fire higher. I tried.
A fist was shoved in my mouth. My left hand, trying to keep from screaming where Mama or Baba could hear me. I did what I could, I screamed in my brain. Digging my nails into my palms, I slapped a hand on my desktop. It forced me to bring my eyes to the monitor.
Four thousand prototype filter straws. Plus the legit water filters.
“Water filters first,” I mumbled, typing even as I dragged myself from my knees to the chair.
My phone went off again. I didn’t even look at this point. I just silenced it without a glance.
The email for the legit filters was easiest. It was the coding to get the prototypes to be shipped that took the longest. But, an hour later, I sat back with a sheen of satisfying sweat and surety that not four thousand but twelve thousand would be sent to Mumbai. It was only then that I glanced at my phone again.
More Nils.
I wasn’t necessarily avoiding him. At least not by design. I was sure it looked like I was avoiding him as I tried to claw back some concept of saving people. But I didn’t know how many the filters and straws would save, so I started stabbing code into the machine to transfer funds to medical research.
At some point, I threw my phone across the room. And still I stabbed at my keyboard, with such urgency that I had to hot-swap after a time that only could be described as ‘a haze’.
“ELAKSHI!” Mama’s voice broke in some time later. “Open this door RIGHT NOW, or I will take a hammer to it.”
“Mama, I’m working!” I shouted over my shoulder.
“You have been so-called-working for three days! Nils has called the house to confirm you are alive, and I need help with Baba.”
I groaned and stretched my neck. “I’m walking toward the door!” I shouted.
I did, too. I opened the door to see Mama staring at me in what could only be accusation.
“You stink, you look exhausted, and you clearly need food,” she scolded before walking away. It was only then that I realized that she had the phone receiver to her ear.
“WAIT!” I cried. “Is that Nils or Mori???”
“Whichever one makes you more guilty. Bathe and think on it, and I might tell you.”
Did I smell that bad? I sniffed my arm and nearly vomited. Okay, fair.
An hour later, I emerged, drying my hair and completely clean. “Check it out, I still know how to bathe!”
Mama was not impressed, at all. She sniffed. “You stink less. Sit. Eat.”
“Mama…”
“Nils and Mori called while you were ignoring the world,” she interjected. “And I know you did not eat for three days, because I know how many days you ignored me knocking on your door. And your phone.”
“It was important,” I insisted, only to be levelled with a dark-eyed glare.
“If it is so important, you need to be alive to carry it forward. Which means you need to care for yourself,” she scowled. The plate hit the table with a force that I was shocked to see broke neither table nor plate. “Eat. Give me your phone.”
“Mama -”
“Elakshi, I will sever power to this entire building if you do not give me your phone at this second and eat.”
My arm extended stiffly, palm flat, phone offered up like a mango.
She swiped it. “Better. Eat. I will tell Katherine and Nils that you are alive.”
“Katherine!???” I shouted. “Why Katherine!?”
“She called me, personally, asking.”
I shoved my spoon into the food before me. “Goddammit,” I muttered. “Mothers, always meddling.”
“If our children behaved like adults, we would not need to ‘meddle’ as you say,” Mama pitched over her shoulder in a mocking tone. “And I certainly would not need to threaten my youngest if she could only take care of herself like the woman she is and not the child she once was.”
Low blow. “I’m eating, I’m eating,” I conceded, stuffing bland food in my mouth and pointing at it emphatically.
Bringing a plate of her own and setting it down with significantly more care than she had practically thrown mine with, she sat straight and asked in her most prim tone. “And what part of the world are we saving today?”
“Clean water,” I answered. “Charity work. Monsoons are coming, so they need better resources.”
Mama nodded crisply. “This is a good work. And what part does Nils play in it?”
I stopped mid-bite in confusion. “Nils? He doesn’t have any part in this. It’s one of my independent projects.”
She shook her head and chuckled. “Katherine knew quite a lot for something that doesn’t involve her son.”
“How often do the two of you talk?” I asked in bewilderment. The confusion was enough to almost completely silence the voices tormenting me. Almost.
“Twice a week,” she nodded, taking another bite of food and gesturing for me to do the same. “Our children went through the same traumatic experience.”
“You went through the same traumatic experience, and then some.”
“Pah.” She waved the notion away. “Mothers worry, and we worry best together. Now eat and then either call your young man back, or tell me why you won’t.”
The horror at what we had done mixed sourly with the idea of talking to my mother about relationship issues. “I will message him after I eat,” I promised meekly, choosing the lesser of the two options.
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The Time Paradigm [IV]
pairing: Dream of the Endless x fem!reader
summary: love, love, rubies and seeing him again
warnings: good ole gore (but with eloquence?), awkwardness, booze, godly plonkers, Dream
word count: 2.6k+
Enter the Dream, weary traveller
Chapter IV: Endless First Impressions
She speaks, sees, hears and understands Greek.
She doesn’t know how, but she doubts her five-ish Duolingo lessons have payed off so well in so little time.
She doesn’t want to know.
Idly, a nagging thought tells her to take the small victory—everything else is already hard enough. She grasps it, holds onto it, a new lifeline in this strange world.
But then what happens if she actually does speak Greek? Will it translate into English? What sort of English then? What if she suddenly had a southern accent?
She’s got an aunt lost somewhere in the depths of Georgia, and she’s watched a few episodes of The Closer when in Rome, so she knows that most definitely would not be a good thing.
Why was she going on about accents again?
Oh, yes. Greek.
She doesn’t know any words; carrot and water, maybe, but one can hardly make a full sentence with carrot and water. Of course they’re not simply just carrot and water, they’re carrot and water and water and carrot but maybe she’s deflecting because she’s about to step through gilded doors and see Dream and he isn’t going to see her and she’s going to die inside and she wishes it were over already but she also wishes she could just jump into his arms and never let go and—
‘’Stop fretting. It is unladylike.’’
Her brain short-circuits; she’s a seven-year-old Iphone whose cracking charger has been pulled from the socket mid-software update. In other words, she won’t last the night.
‘’I’ll fret if I damn want to.’’ She replies, shakily.
Her nail worries at the skin of her finger, a nasty habit she’d eventually dropped with Morpheus’ help.
But he wasn’t here anymore. Or rather, he was—but not for her. How she wishes she could simply run to him and tell him how she loves him and how she’s so very sorry for everything and how she wishes things had been different. And everything else left unsaid.
But there are so many things she still doesn’t know.
Why here? Why now? How?
To punish her, is the answer to all of the above. Allow her to atone for someone else’s sins.
She doesn’t know why the sun beats so fiercely upon Ancient Greece, or how Mount Olympus seems to catch the rays so painfully, from its shelter stretched above the clouds.
She doesn’t know what Chiron thinks when he comes at night to replace her spoiled bandages.
She doesn’t know what the Fates know about her.
She doesn’t know what the armoured guards are waiting for, posted on either side of the door, eyeing her critically.
With Adiona, it’s different.
It’s all too much and not enough at the same time.
She is not necessarily nice, but not unkind either. She reminds her of Lucienne, only sterner; possibly older. She isn’t old by any means—actually, she’s quite young in every way that really matters, but there’s a certain air about her, something that doesn’t quite unsettle her, but almost. Something godly and nurturing that despises fretting ladies.
‘’So what is this?’’ She wonders aloud as the doors begin to creak open, desperately trying to still her nerves. ‘’A council of some sort? A debate? Do you have a debate team? Who makes decisions here? Zeus? Is this a crisis meeting, like in Percy Jackson or a—‘’
The ancient gilded sigils fade away, revealing the most praised and highly-regarded gods of all Olympus, sat around tables, sharing trials and tribulations and stories of war and love and conquest and… wine?
The word hedonistic stems from Greek. It means pleasure, leisure, failure—could be any of the above.
‘’There’s a killer on the loose,’’ she notes as soon as Adiona gives her jaw a light tap, forcing her gaping mouth shut. ‘’And you’re… partying?’’
‘’What do you think the guards are for? Come now, you’re making a fool of yourself.’’
And what a fool�� amongst fools.
She doesn’t know any names, only vaguely recognises faces forever etched in stone, symbols of office, tools and the faint flutter of feathered sandals, but she doesn’t know anyone.
Too many faces, too many fates, too many things.
Someone or something is plucking the strings of a harp out of frame. The only constant she can grasp—wine. Loads and loads and pitchers and… is that a fountain?
‘’How very cliché of you.’’ She mutters, treading past the doors.
So what if she’s stumbled into Grecian Coachella? She’s here to see Dream. Her dream. Her hope.
The doors snap shut behind her, echoing thud deafening in her ears.
A tear rips through the universe; a large wormhole swallowing all hope of light and sound and life. The eerie harp melody drops, a few chalices full of wine spill over, the condensed chatting of a thousand mingling voices stops—the world has stilled for her, like a Renaissance painting.
‘’No pressure.’’
A distant figure approaches, Adiona spares them a glance.
The stranger-traveller-saviour-turned-curiosity finds herself frozen in place, pinned to gargantuan doors by impossible shades of gaping eyes. Suddenly, she’s taken back to a fifth grade’s pale imitation of a Midsummer Night’s Dream where she plays Puck and her mom holds up a VCR and there’s only a hard tumble down a stage to keep her from dying of shame.
She counts to ten in her head.
She’s seen the end of worlds, fought against gods and demons, backed the Kindly Ones in a corner; she will not yield before wine-drunk gods.
She takes a step forward. Two steps back. Puck rhymes with duck. Luck. F-
The universe mends the wound in its swirling violet fabric, sheds some light on the stage, and she is no longer falling in front of the entirety of the student body.
She’s floating on a cloud made of candy floss and he’s beside her, holding her, telling her he loves her, kissing her. He’d done another thing—just one more, one so significant she’s completely forgotten.
A flash, a promise, and then Dream Country, her second favorite place in all the realms stands before her.
The road to Hell may be paved with good intentions but the path to him is sprinkled with tiny specks of golden sands.
They lead her across the room, inviting like a dance partner, twirling her once or twice so she can spare a wide-eyed stare at a creature with the body of a stout woodcutter and the head of a bull. With every twirl, the path of sand vanishes beneath the sole of her feet, and they all stand, gaping, but her eyes are for him alone.
A mirror of his own, Destiny will recall, many aeons past.
Dream of the Endless sits at the oblong table at the very end of the festive room. Surrounded by his kin, all on a diamond pedestal, he is the first thing that she really sees. He is the only one who looks as sullen as she feels. How she loves him.
Their eyes met—and simply never looked away. His elder sister’s words.
She runs to him, pushing and pulling; she’d rip apart the universe for a split second with him, just to see, just to touch.
In the past few days, everything she’d felt had increased tenfold.
Unable to see him, to call to him.
Any torture of Morningstar’s design pales in comparison. It felt like being trapped in a glass orb, never quite able to reach out to the other. A fever's dream in a street magician's basement.
Yes, yes, Brother Dream and Sister Traveller and puppies. Loads and loads and loads and loads of puppies. Long-eared and blue-striped. They’re fuzzy around the edges and they’ve got liquorice for legs! And they’re full and full of love—Like Brother Dream and Sister Traveller; they fill up like balloons and then they pop and they paint love all over us. Have I ever told you about the time I made a boy go ‘pop’?[…], is delivered to you from Delirium’s Unwritten Hazardous Memoirs, the last series ever unwritten.
In the real world, far from Mania's Domain, something falls; drops. A bullet, fired by a rifle that’s not hers.
She shoves her elbow through the thin crack webbing across the sphere and takes a deep breath.
But what is love? If not the outcome of creation and destruction?
She’s here, finally. She stands before him, in a green peplos and sandalled feet and jewels that are not her own. She feels inadequate; like she’s betrayed him, somehow.
Loving, is protecting. And that would not change. If I were a bear, a flower or a bee, I will always take care of you.
The memory slips away with a sharp crack of pain whipping close to her heart.
‘’Are you…’’ she can’t find the words. Somewhere deep down, a part of her is vaguely aware of all the eyes trained on her being, beyond her being. She does not care. She only cares that he’s alright, that he’s not hurt, that he’s hers. But what if he wasn’t? What if he were terribly hurt and she hadn’t done anything to stop it?
The functional part of her brain takes over and curls her fingers, channeling universality and all that is known to man in a single, unfinished question.
Across time, countries, civilisations and universes, the King of Dreams would know her; would know what she means without the need for words.
Slowly, barely, gently, his chin dips into a nod.
Relieved, the universe sighs with her. He blinks; she keeps from laughing.
She would give him her heart if she could. She already has.
The organ hasn’t much to offer—save for a few misplaced beats and halfhearted thrums, but it does acknowledge the tension in the room, feels its palpitations. Everyone and everything in the whole of creation is looking at her.
‘’They are waiting to make proper introductions,’’ A sterling silver necklace with a woman’s voice explains as it drops around her neckline. A simple silver chain with a clasp and a plant carved in a coin. She does not recognise either. ‘’It is custom.’’
She lifts her gaze from the coin, offered by a graceful hand. ‘’Thank you… um, I’m sorry, I don’t know your name.’’
The woman smiles, enchanting. It blinds her, this much beauty found in one vessel. ‘’I greet you, Traveller. I am Calliope, Daughter of Zeus.’’
‘’Thank you, Calliope.’’
She fades away with a bewitching smile, stepping into the gaping crowd. No, not quite gaping—they’re gods—rather, entranced?
She hasn’t the faintest idea how to describe it either. Then, she remembers Calliope’s words.
My name.
What’s my name?
You don’t know your name?
Of course I know my name!
Confusion takes over, then sadness and then the King of Dreams’ blue-blue eyes. Her name becomes a stammer, a secret carried by the ether, whispered for his ears alone.
The wind carries it elsewhere, everywhere, and suddenly, the crowd erupts in a chorus of chants, all preaching her name on Mount Olympus, saviour of their dreams.
It dawns on her again like whiplash—no, she’d rather get whiplash. There’s a killer hiding in their Ivory Tower, and they’re drinking. To their credit, some aren’t—they’re knocked out cold, cup dropped within reaching distance of twitching limbs in a way she’s only seen dogs and shitfaced drunks do.
The observation doesn’t last. The harps pick up on an unchained melody, and she’s dragged from the pedestal by eager hands.
She tries to look for the Dream of her dreams—in vain. He’s on his honorary table, surrounded by family members she hadn’t even acknowledged in her haste and they’re all around her—pushing and pulling, the irony. Gripping, fondling in some places—their idea of dancing, she realises with a groan. When a cup is thrust into her hands, a resounding baritone echoes through the room.
‘’Enough.’’
The Dream King does not raise his voice.
Ever.
He sulks, which is even worse.
But that even tone of his pours over her skin like honey and the fantasilk of a shared bed, a fabric woven by dreams, the softest material found in the known universe.
His voice alone, rippling with quiet authority is enough to spin the nine worlds on their axis. It leaves her wanting in each and every one of them.
The hands fall away, the dream is over.
He looks at her with intent, all the way across the room and the rest just fades away. He can read her, he knows how to, he just has to look close enough and he’ll know everything about her. About who she is. About who she loves. He can’t.
In the collective blink of a thousand eyes, he stands next to her.
‘’Are you…’’ he stops, measuring his words. For a moment, she thinks she might laugh, but there is nothing funny in the cool unperturbed face he displays, even if the slightest crease dips his dark brow. The façade of a king. ‘’Alright?’’
She is here. She is with him. ‘’Better than alright.’’ She is bleeding.
He sees it before she does, alert blue eyes narrowing as they zero in on a secret spot just below her ribs—a spot he’s unknowingly kissed and kissed a thousand times over.
‘’Oh. Oh!’’ The lovely forest green protecting her heart has turned a dull maroon shade, like dying branches in the cold of a Canadian winter. She presses a feeble hand on the wound wishing a world of shame would just swallow her whole. ‘’It’s okay, happens all the time.’’
It does nothing to ease the thinly-veiled concern etched on his features. ‘’It should not.’’
And their eyes met again, a wild torrent of desperate longing coursing through their veins at the mere thought of each other, naked in the sack. Delicious, tells a melodic, mocking voice.
Desperate, echoes its twin wistfully.
The air clogs in her throat. He cannot look at her like this—not while she is this; not his.
She runs away, muttering an unintelligible apology as she tears through the crowd.
Two minutes. Two earthly minutes and sixteen and a half Daxamite clicks.
That was how long she could handle an interaction with him. And yes, sixteen and a half Daxamite clicks was pitiful.
But he was alright.
He wasn’t hurt; he’d healed, she’d healed him. She could breathe now.
In the hallway, she exhales a thin breath tickling her throat. She squirms, feeling the tickling spreading through her bones, to the problem of her problems.
The bandage peels off easily, like a one-layered onion. It certainly shares its colour.
Now—she relishes the knowledge that she has been surprised by very little in her life since discovering her uncanny abilities, but this—this is insane, worthy of the freakiest episode of Buzzfeed Unsolved.
Her blood is red. Crimson. Scarlet. All shades of red she can think of and those only seen by shrimps.
But below the barely crusted blood are sprinkled specks of gold leaves, etched within the healing skin.
Nothing has contaminated her wound; nothing has even touched it—nothing but bandage after bandage and lukewarm bucket water.
This—whatever this refers to—is sprouting from within.
‘’What on earth—‘’
Rustling.
Pinching.
Hiding.
Any onomatopoeia that dutifully describes all of the above but sneakily.
She turns in the direction of the sound, pressing the bandage to the scar.
She releases a breath.
There’s nothing there.
Nothing but pearly pillars and gilded walls and the faint outline of a cloaked book, hanging by a shackle.
Due doctor follow-up appointment in Chapter V: Library of Everlasting Deceit
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The Detective's Banquet 5
Writer: Mitsuki
Character(s): Shino Hajime, Mashiro Tomoya, Hidaka Hokuto, Harukawa Sora, Tomoe Hiyori, Kazehaya Tatsumi, HiMERU
Translated by: jewwyfeesh
Hokuto: It’s a detective’s job to pursue the truth. I promise you, I definitely will.
Location: Dead End Cafe
Hokuto: (After escaping, I nearly got lost in the hotel… finally found a familiar room after running around for who knows how long…)
(After receiving the character introduction, I’d thought that the Android’s design was steeped in the shadow of my father, and felt some subtle hostility… But having enhanced physical abilities isn’t so bad.)
(If it were the normal me, I’d be panting away after running around… And yet, I’m barely breaking a sweat right now. I even escaped the storage room virtually unscathed earlier on.)
(Tomoya probably didn’t think I’d escape from that kind of place. This blind spot surfaces from his habitual way of thinking – I’ll need to point this out to him later on.)
(After calming down some and thinking about it, it does seem rather quiet here… It really makes your blood run cold…)
(Surely not…)
Location: Luxurious Hotel Room
Hokuto: Tomoya…!
Tomoya: …?!
Hokuto: Why did the ‘Armchair Detective’ collapse here? Were the both of you attacked just now?
Tomoya: Ah… Er… Um… about that…
Hokuto: Oh, something fell from your pocket. No. Wait. This is… a tranquilizer?
The ‘Armchair Detective’ does seem to have been sedated… Did you…?!
Tomoya: …………
…………
I… Don’t want to lie to Hokuto-senpai.
You guessed correctly. I am the murderer that everyone’s been working hard to identify… Arrest me, then.
Hokuto: Why would you do this? It’s not like you have an ulterior motive.
Tomoya: …No, I do have a motive. But now that things have come to this, I still hope that it’ll be able to stay a secret forever.
Hokuto: It’s a detective’s job to pursue the truth. Even ‘Bionic Detectives’ have the right to know the truth. As a detective yourself, you should be well aware of this.
Of course, I’ll keep it a secret on your behalf. You can trust me – after all, Androids are unable to lie.
Tomoya: …Android, huh? That’s right, that’s the answer to all of our problems. Hokuto-senpai… No, Android 3A1217, do you remember why you were developed?
Hokuto: I am an android that was created with the purpose of obtaining human emotions through learning. But the me who was unable to to comprehend them suddenly gained exceptional deductive abilities. From then on, I became the ‘Bionic Detective’.
Though, it seems like the company that made me has been experiencing some technological bottlenecks recently, as they have yet to update my software for quite a while…
Tomoya: That’s because the project has already been called off! And, in three days, you’ll be recalled and destroyed!
Hokuto: I see. Is it because my mission has come to an end?
Tomoya: NO, it’s not that…! The meaning of Hokuto-senpai’s existence, why should those people be the ones defining it?!
I’ve already decided. No matter what, I’ll ensure that Hokuto-senpai lives on.
That day, there was a mysterious man in black who approached me, and we struck a deal — I’ll help him assassinate Sakuma-san, and in exchange, he’ll help me save Hokuto-senpai…
The second I agreed, I already knew a day like this would come. Though… What I didn’t expect was that… In the end, the one who pointed the gun at me would be you, Hokuto-senpai.
What a cruel twist of fate… I had wanted to keep this from you since the very beginning…
Hokuto: …………
Tomoya: Hokuto-senpai, you… You’re crying…?
Hokuto: I… I’m crying? This bitter feeling… Is this a human emotion, one that I’ve always been unable to understand?
Why… As… As an Android, my mission is to protect the people… So… Why? Why would you go to such an extent for me?
…There is only one truth, and I understand everything clearly now. The culprit is you, and the motive is me.
Tomoya: All of these are choices that I myself made, so please don’t cry because of me. I did commit an irreversible crime.
Maybe back then, I had more than just this path in front of me… But it’s too late to say it now… Thank you for all the time that you’ve spent with me. The only thing I won’t ever regret… is saving you.
If you want to do anything for me, then please conduct a thorough investigation of the truth behind our backs. About Sakuma-san, about that mysterious man in black…
Hokuto: It’s a detective’s job to pursue the truth. I promise you, I definitely will.
Location: Seishou Hall Common Room
Hajime: Waaaah~ Tomoya-kun was super handsome in that last part! I couldn’t look away~
Thinking about how after the game’s formal release, I can even watch Tomoya-kun’s spectacular acting in the SSVRS… It really feels like I’m dreaming ♪
Tomoya: T-that’s too much… If you continue on like this, I’ll go find a hole to hide in…!
Hajime: Sorry, I got a little carried away… Still, were those lines thought of on the spot? Truly phenomenal~ ♪
Tomoya: To be honest, Theatre Club conducts a lot of improvised performances as part of training. Upon finding out that I’ll be performing alongside Hokuto-senpai this time, I did lots of homework beforehand.
Not to mention… even though at that time I’d thought Hibiki-senpai was running his mouth without much rhyme nor reason, the tasks that he assigned us allowed me to reevaluate how I’d approach acting this character and look at it from another perspective. So part of my success could be attributed to him.
Hokuto: I, too, underwent some special training for this role; I’m glad our efforts didn’t go to waste, seeing that the final result turned out pretty good.
After this, I’ll need to continue working hard — I won’t let my junior one-up me when the time to perform comes.
Tomoya: Hokuto-senpai is so cool…!
Tatsumi: Oh, right. HiMERU-san, how did you uncover the truth in the end? Even though we encountered some problems during the initial phase of deduction, I did find it rather entertaining. Thus, I’m particularly curious about the reasoning process in the last phase.
HiMERU: (……Why can’t this person ever read the room?)
As for HiMERU’s thought process, let’s discuss it after the game has been released. At that point in time, everyone will be able to showcase their unique talents whilst on a level playing ground.
Hiyori: Hehe, when that time comes, I’ll be the most spectacular one for sure ☆
Sora: HiHi~ Sora will play with you all then! It’ll be very fun for sure… ♪
← Chapter 4
#enstars translation#the xth detective#Shino Hajime#Mashiro Tomoya#Hidaka Hokuto#Harukawa Sora#Tomoe Hiyori#Kazehaya Tatsumi#HiMERU
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it just seemed to dawn on me why the recent pages feel different. The artstyle isn't what's different, it's that the text isnt handwritten anymore. Why'd you switch to a typed font?
Very fair question to ask! I don’t think I elaborated on why I chose to change to a typed font back when I switched to the comic format... and it didn’t help that a lot of my updates were actually months old, so they still had handwriting, but the simple answer is for the sake of my hands.
Handwriting the many posts I make started to exhaust my hand a lot, I also make these pages in bulk and write them out in bulk, so it’s a lot;; And in this new format, when I make updates for this blog, it’s in sets of eight per file.
My prior laptop, that I used for art, had a text editor I used pretty extensively-I even did little sprite-like animations a loong time ago-but once I got a newer one, (because the old one was taxed by my job going remote) I lost access to that editor, so for a good year or two, I was doing every post handwritten. There’s also the fact that my old tablet is so worn down that it has a tiny indent/hole right in the center, so when I got a new one, I decided to try out some of the free trials that came paired with it, which included software with a text editor [CSP].
I’m sure it’s different and probably takes away some level of charm my art probably has with it, but it’s less stress on my hand in the long run. There are elements of this blog and @askextraparainspector that will have handwritten things, like the special written languages used there, or the unown script used on Beannuts for the written language-those will stay. But the specialized text that the Mysterious Beings talk in, is actually a font type, so it’s much-much easier to have that typed out than to handwrite it-which might make it easier to translate for people curious about words I don’t outright translate, heh.
Sorry for this turning into a long post, but simply put: I wanted to take some stress off my hands.
#ooc#I kind of took it easy over the holidays I would've probably elaborated on this sooner sorry!#I mainly use CSP for the text editor at the moment everything but the text and future effects are done in SAI at this time
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Unlocking Revenue: The Essential Role of Medical Billing Consultants in Optimizing Healthcare Profitability
Unlocking Revenue: The Essential Role of Medical Billing Consultants in Optimizing Healthcare Profitability
In the complex world of healthcare, managing finances can be a daunting task. Healthcare providers face numerous challenges in billing and revenue cycle management, which can impact profitability. This article explores the role of medical billing consultants and how they help healthcare practices optimize revenues, streamline processes, and ensure compliance.
The Importance of Medical Billing in Healthcare
Medical billing is a critical component of the healthcare revenue cycle. It involves translating healthcare services into a billable format and managing the collection of payments. Proper medical billing is essential for:
Ensuring healthcare providers are compensated for their services
Maintaining accurate financial records
Reducing claim denials and rejections
Enhancing patient satisfaction through efficient billing processes
What Does a Medical Billing Consultant Do?
Medical billing consultants are experts in the billing process. They specialize in analyzing and optimizing billing systems for healthcare providers. Here are some key responsibilities:
Revenue Cycle Assessment: Evaluate existing billing processes to identify inefficiencies.
Compliance Management: Ensure that the practice adheres to federal and state regulations.
Claim Denial Management: Analyze denial trends and implement strategies to reduce claim rejections.
Staff Training: Provide training to in-house staff on best billing practices.
Financial Reporting: Generate comprehensive reports to help providers make informed financial decisions.
Benefits of Hiring a Medical Billing Consultant
Investing in a medical billing consultant can yield significant benefits for healthcare organizations. Here are some advantages:
Increased Revenue: Consultants can identify lost revenues and streamline billing processes, leading to higher collections.
Knowledge of Regulations: They stay updated on evolving healthcare regulations, ensuring that practices remain compliant.
Time Savings: By outsourcing billing tasks, healthcare providers can focus more on patient care.
Reduced Denial Rates: Expert consultants analyze denial patterns and implement corrective measures to minimize future issues.
Practical Tips for Collaborating with Medical Billing Consultants
Working with a medical billing consultant requires clear communication and collaboration. Here are some practical tips:
Set Clear Objectives: Define what you hope to achieve, such as reducing claim denials by a specific percentage.
Monitor Progress: Regularly review key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the consultant’s effectiveness.
Communicate Openly: Maintain open lines of communication to address any concerns promptly.
Leverage Technology: Utilize advanced billing software recommended by the consultant to streamline processes.
Case Studies: Success Stories of Healthcare Practices
Healthcare Provider
Challenges Faced
Consultant Intervention
Results Achieved
ABC Family Practice
High claim denial rates
Conducted a thorough audit and provided staff training
40% reduction in claim denials within six months
XYZ Medical Center
Delayed cash flow
Optimized billing processes and introduced electronic claims
Improved cash flow by 30% in three months
PQR Specialist Clinic
Compliance issues
Updated billing manuals and delivered compliance training
Zero compliance violations in the subsequent audit
First-hand Experiences: Testimonials from Healthcare Providers
Here’s what some healthcare providers have to say about the impact of medical billing consultants:
“Partnering with our billing consultant transformed our practice. We went from frequent claim denials to being able to predict our cash flow!” – Dr. Jane Smith, ABC Family Practice
“The consultant not only streamlined our billing process but also educated our staff on important compliance issues, reducing our risk significantly.” – John Doe, Practice Manager, XYZ Medical Center
Conclusion
In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, optimizing revenue through effective medical billing is more crucial than ever. Medical billing consultants play an essential role in helping healthcare providers navigate this complexity, improving profitability, and enhancing patient satisfaction. By understanding their services and recognizing the benefits they offer, healthcare practices can make informed decisions to support their financial health. Whether you’re facing challenges in claims management or seeking better compliance practices, partnering with a skilled medical billing consultant could be the key to unlocking your revenue potential.
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Learning Medical Billing in New Jersey: Essential Tips Every Provider Needs to Know
Mastering Medical Billing in New Jersey: Essential Tips Every Provider Needs to Know
Medical billing is a critical aspect of the healthcare industry that requires meticulous attention to detail and an understanding of complex regulations. In New Jersey, navigating the intricacies of medical billing can be particularly challenging due to the state’s unique healthcare landscape. This article aims to provide healthcare providers with essential tips for mastering medical billing, ensuring they are equipped to handle billing processes efficiently and accurately.
Understanding the Medical Billing Process
The medical billing process involves several key steps, from patient registration to claim submission and payment posting. Here’s a breakdown of the process:
Patient Registration: Collect and verify patient information, insurance details, and other necessary data.
Insurance Verification: Confirm the patient’s insurance coverage, benefits, and eligibility.
Medical Coding: Assign appropriate medical codes to diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
Claim Submission: Submit claims to insurance companies, ensuring accuracy to avoid denials.
Payment Posting: Record and reconcile payments received from patients and insurers.
Collections: Follow up on unpaid claims and manage patient billing inquiries.
Benefits of Effective Medical Billing
Mastering medical billing can lead to numerous benefits for healthcare providers:
Increased Revenue: Accurate billing can minimize claim denials, ensuring timely payment for services rendered.
Improved Cash Flow: Efficient billing processes translate into quicker reimbursement cycles.
Enhanced Patient Satisfaction: Clear and accurate billing enhances the patient experience.
Compliance: Proper billing practices help maintain compliance with state and federal regulations.
Essential Tips for Medical Billing in New Jersey
To optimize your medical billing practices in New Jersey, consider the following tips:
1. Keep Updated with Local Regulations
New Jersey has specific laws and regulations that govern healthcare practices. Staying informed about these can help ensure compliance and avoid potential fines.
2. Invest in Training and Technology
Using reliable billing software and providing your staff with ongoing training can significantly reduce errors and improve efficiency. Technologies such as Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems can integrate with billing software to streamline operations.
3. Detailed Documentation is Key
Ensure that all patient interactions and treatments are meticulously documented. This documentation is crucial for accurate coding and can be essential in the event of an audit.
4. Regularly Review and Analyze Billing Practices
Conduct regular audits of your billing practices to identify areas for improvement. Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) can provide insights into your billing efficiency.
5. Communicate Effectively with Patients
Clear communication regarding patient responsibilities and billing processes can prevent misunderstandings and enhance patient satisfaction.
Common Pitfalls in Medical Billing
Avoiding common pitfalls in medical billing can save time and money:
Missing Information: Claims submitted without complete patient data are often denied.
Incorrect Coding: Utilizing inaccurate codes can lead to claim denials and delayed payments.
Payer-Specific Rules: Different insurers have unique requirements, and failing to adhere to them can lead to issues.
Lack of Follow-Up: Failing to follow up on denied claims can result in lost revenue.
Case Study: A New Jersey Practice Transforms Its Billing Process
Challenge
Solution
Outcome
High Claim Denials
Implemented a new billing software and increased staff training.
Reduced denials by 30% within six months.
Poor Patient Satisfaction
Improved communication processes and billing transparency.
Patient satisfaction scores improved by 40%.
First-Hand Experience: Insights from a New Jersey Provider
Dr. Jane Smith, a family physician in New Jersey, shares her experience: “When I first started, the billing process felt overwhelming. However, investing in proper training for my staff and leveraging technology has transformed our billing efficiency significantly. Understanding local regulations has also made a huge difference in our compliance and revenue cycle management.”
Conclusion
Mastering medical billing in New Jersey is a multifaceted endeavor that requires providers to stay informed, invest in technology, and maintain clear communication with patients. By following the tips outlined in this article, healthcare providers can enhance their billing practices, optimize revenue cycles, and ultimately provide better patient care. Embrace these strategies to thrive in New Jersey’s dynamic healthcare environment.
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Mastering the Medical Billing Process: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals
Mastering the Medical Billing Process: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals
The medical billing process is an essential aspect of healthcare operations that ensures healthcare providers receive timely payments for the services they deliver. As healthcare professionals increasingly transition to advanced billing systems, mastering the intricacies of medical billing has become paramount. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the key components of the medical billing process, benefits, practical tips, and more to help you improve efficiency and minimize errors.
What is Medical Billing?
Medical billing is the process of translating healthcare services rendered into standardized codes, subsequently submitting claims to insurance companies, and following up on payments. It involves various stages:
Collecting patient information
Verifying insurance details
Submitting claims to insurers
Following up on claims
Collecting patient payments
Understanding the Medical Billing Process
Understanding the steps involved in the medical billing process is crucial for healthcare professionals. Here’s a breakdown:
1. Patient Registration
The first step involves collecting and verifying the patient’s personal and insurance information at the time of their visit. Accurate data collection is essential to prevent claim denials.
2. Insurance Verification
Before services are provided, confirm the patient’s insurance eligibility and benefits. This avoids unexpected costs for patients and ensures that claims can be reimbursed promptly.
3. Coding Services
Once the service is rendered, appropriate medical codes (ICD, CPT, HCPCS) are assigned to the provided services. Precise coding is crucial to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance.
4. Claim Submission
Claims are submitted to the insurance company, which can be done electronically or via paper forms. Electronic submissions are faster and decrease the likelihood of errors.
5. Payment Posting
Once the claims are approved, payments are posted accordingly. This includes tracking denials, underpayments, and appeals where necessary.
6. Follow-ups
Monitoring the status of claims is critical. Timely follow-ups on unpaid claims can help recover lost revenue.
The Importance of Accurate Medical Billing
Accurate medical billing is vital for several reasons:
Revenue Cycle Efficiency: Proper billing practices shorten the revenue cycle, enabling healthcare providers to receive timely payments.
Patient Satisfaction: Clear communication about costs can boost patient satisfaction and retention.
Compliance and Avoidance of Legal Issues: Accurate coding and billing ensure compliance with regulations, reducing the risk of audits and fines.
Benefits of Mastering the Medical Billing Process
Mastering the medical billing process comes with many advantages:
Enhanced revenue flow
Minimized coding errors
Improved patient experience
Streamlined operations within the healthcare practice
Practical Tips for Improving the Medical Billing Process
To optimize the medical billing process, consider the following practical tips:
Invest in Training: Regular staff training on the latest coding updates and regulatory changes is vital.
Implement Technology: Utilize automated billing software to enhance efficiency and reduce human error.
Regular Audits: Conduct audits to identify areas for improvement and rectify discrepancies.
Keep Up with Regulations: Stay informed about changes in healthcare laws and insurance policies to ensure compliance.
Case Study: A Healthcare Provider’s Journey to Efficient Billing
Let’s explore a case study involving a mid-sized healthcare provider who transitioned to an automated billing system:
Background
A regional healthcare facility faced recurring issues with claim denials and delayed payments, affecting cash flow.
Actions Taken
Implemented an electronic medical records (EMR) system integrated with billing software.
Conducted comprehensive training for the billing department on coding accuracy.
Established a dedicated team for follow-ups on unpaid claims.
Results
Within six months, the healthcare provider saw:
A 30% reduction in claim denials
A 25% improvement in cash flow
Increased staff satisfaction due to streamlined processes
First-Hand Experience: Insights from a Medical Biller
As a medical biller with over five years of experience, I’ve witnessed firsthand how critical precise billing is. Here are a few personal insights:
Attention to Detail: Small errors in billing can lead to significant revenue losses. Always double-check information.
Communication is Key: Maintain open lines of communication with providers, payers, and patients to facilitate smoother operations.
Conclusion
Mastering the medical billing process is essential for healthcare professionals who want to ensure their organizations thrive financially while delivering quality patient care. By understanding each stage of the billing process, implementing practical strategies, and keeping abreast of industry changes, you can optimize billing efficiency, minimize errors, and significantly enhance revenue. Embrace continuous learning and improvement, and your practice will reap the benefits.
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Necessary Guide to Medical Billing in Michigan: Tips for Optimizing Your Practice's Revenue
Essential Guide to Medical Billing in Michigan: Tips for Optimizing Your Practice’s Revenue
Medical billing in Michigan can often feel like a complex puzzle. With rising patient volumes and shifting regulations, ensuring your practice’s revenue is optimized requires a strategic approach. In this essential guide, we will explore necessary elements of effective medical billing, covering everything from understanding Michigan’s specific billing laws to practical tips for revenue optimization.
Understanding the Basics of Medical Billing
Medical billing involves translating healthcare services rendered into accurate billing claims. The process includes:
Patient registration
Verification of insurance coverage
Generating and submitting claims
Receiving payments and posting transactions
Managing denied claims and follow-ups
Why is Medical Billing Critical for Your Practice in Michigan?
Effective medical billing provides several advantages:
Cash Flow Management: Ensuring timely payments improves your practice’s cash flow.
Compliance: Adhering to the latest healthcare laws and regulations prevents costly penalties.
Patient Satisfaction: Clear billing and prompt claims resolution enhance patient trust.
Key Regulations and Compliance in Michigan
Michigan’s healthcare regulations require practices to stay compliant with federal and state guidelines. Key regulations include:
HIPAA: Ensures patient privacy.
Medicare Requirements: Specific to billing for Medicare patients.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS): State-specific rules affecting Medicaid billing.
Practical Tips for Optimizing Medical Billing in Michigan
To maximize your revenue potential, consider the following tips:
1. Verify Patient Insurance Information
Before services are rendered, verify that patients have active insurance coverage. Missing this step can lead to denied claims.
2. Focus on Correct Coding
Utilize proper medical codes (ICD-10, CPT) to ensure that claims accurately represent the services provided. Incorrect coding is a leading cause of claim denials.
3. Implement an Efficient Billing Software
Invest in reputable medical billing software that complies with Michigan regulations and improves workflow efficiency. Features to look for include:
Automated claim submission
Comprehensive reporting tools
Patient portal for easy access to bills
4. Train Staff Continuously
Regularly train your billing team to keep them updated on coding changes, compliance standards, and billing procedures.
5. Optimize the Follow-Up Process
Establish a structured follow-up process for unpaid claims. This may involve:
Tracking claim status regularly
Communicating with insurance providers
Contacting patients to resolve payment issues
Case Study: A Michigan Practice’s Success with Medical Billing
A small family practice in Michigan experienced significant improvements after focusing on their medical billing processes. Initially burdened with a 30% claim denial rate, they implemented the following measures:
Enhanced training for their billing staff.
Investment in advanced billing software.
Regular audits of claims submitted.
Within six months, their denial rate dropped to 5%, resulting in a 30% increase in revenue. This shows the direct impact of effective medical billing practices on practice financial health.
First-Hand Experience: Challenges and Solutions
Dr. Jane Smith, a practicing physician in Michigan, shared her experiences with medical billing:
“It was overwhelming when I first started. Every month, we were facing denials that would cost us quite a bit in lost revenue. By investing in proper training and tools, we managed to reduce our denials significantly. Understanding the rules that impact our billing made all the difference.”
– Dr. Jane Smith
Essential Takeaways for Michigan Medical Practices
Optimizing medical billing in Michigan demands attention, adaptability, and compliance. With the right strategies in place, practices can significantly enhance their revenue cycle management. Here are some key takeaways:
Prioritize patient information accuracy.
Stay informed on state and federal regulations.
Invest in the right technology and training for your staff.
Conclusion
Improving your practice’s billing process in Michigan is no small feat, but it is achievable with the right approach and tools. By focusing on accuracy, compliance, and education, medical practices can optimize revenue and enhance patient satisfaction. Start implementing these strategies today to see a positive impact on your practice’s financial health.
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Maintenance Matters: What Hawaiian Drivers Need to Know About Electric and Gasoline Cars
Hawaii’s breathtaking landscapes and unique climate present distinct challenges for vehicle maintenance. Whether you’re driving a cutting-edge electric car (EV) or a trusty gasoline vehicle, knowing how to care for your car is essential for a smooth and safe experience. At City Auto Sales Hawaii, we’ve guided countless customers in choosing and maintaining their vehicles. From cars for sale in Honolulu to used Car Dealer, we’re here to help.
Maintenance for Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Kona EV are designed with simplicity in mind, requiring less maintenance than traditional gasoline cars. Without a combustion engine, there’s no need for oil changes, spark plug replacements, or exhaust system repairs. This translates to fewer trips to the mechanic, saving time and money.
Brake pads in EVs also last longer due to regenerative braking, which converts energy lost during braking into power for the battery. However, Hawaiian drivers must stay vigilant about battery health. Regular software updates and occasional checks on charging capacity ensure EVs like the Chevrolet Bolt remain efficient and reliable.
Salt air in coastal areas, common across Hawaii, can affect EV charging ports and connections. Drivers in regions like Kailua should clean charging ports periodically to prevent corrosion, especially if they live near the beach.
Maintenance for Gasoline Cars
Gasoline cars like the Toyota and Honda CR-V require more frequent attention but remain practical for many Hawaiian drivers. Routine oil changes, filter replacements, and brake maintenance are essential to keep these vehicles running smoothly. For adventurous drivers tackling rugged terrain on the Big Island, suspension checks and tire rotations are also vital.
Heat and humidity in Hawaii can take a toll on gasoline engines and cooling systems. Regular coolant flushes prevent overheating, while inspections of belts and hoses reduce the risk of breakdowns. Vehicles like the Ford Explorer, often used for family trips, benefit greatly from proactive maintenance schedules.
Environmental Considerations
Hawaiian weather, while beautiful, presents unique challenges for both EVs and gasoline cars. The island’s salty air, high humidity, and volcanic ash can accelerate wear on components. EVs like the 2023 NISSAN ALTIMA and gasoline cars like the Toyota Highlander both need extra attention to prevent rust and corrosion.
Drivers should rinse their vehicles regularly, especially after driving along coastal roads. Using protective coatings on the undercarriage and paint can help extend the life of any car, whether it’s powered by electricity or gasoline.
Why Choose Us
Expert Knowledge: Our team understands Hawaii’s unique climate and provides maintenance advice tailored to local conditions.
Diverse Selection: From EVs like the Tesla Model Y to gasoline cars like the Toyota Camry, we offer options for every need.
Thorough Inspections: Every vehicle is carefully inspected to ensure reliability on Hawaii’s roads.
Flexible Financing: We provide financing options for both new and used vehicles, making ownership simple.
Transparent Pricing: No surprises—just honest pricing on all our vehicles and services.
Convenient Location: Located in Honolulu, we’re accessible to customers across Oahu, simplifying car maintenance and buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are EVs easier to maintain in Kapolei?Yes, EVs like the Hyundai Kona EV have fewer moving parts and require less frequent servicing than gasoline cars.
What’s the best used SUV for sale in Honolulu for families?The Toyota Highlander is a reliable gasoline option, while the Chevrolet Bolt EUV offers an eco-friendly alternative for smaller families.
How often should I check my car for rust in Kailua?Drivers in coastal areas should inspect their vehicles monthly and rinse off salt residue to prevent rust.
Do gasoline cars handle mountain roads near Waipahu better than EVs?Gasoline cars like the Ford Explorer excel in rugged conditions, but EVs with high torque, such as the Tesla Model 3, also perform well.
Can I reduce maintenance costs for an EV in Pearl City?Yes, keeping software updated and scheduling periodic battery health checks ensure long-term savings for EV owners.
Where can I find a reliable used car dealer in Honolulu?At City Auto Sales Hawaii, we offer a wide range of reliable vehicles, from EVs like the Tesla Model Y to gasoline models like the Toyota Tacoma.
The Right Maintenance for the Right Vehicle
Caring for your car doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right approach, whether you drive an EV or a gasoline car, you can ensure a safe, efficient, and enjoyable ride. At City Auto Sales Hawaii, we’re committed to helping you find and maintain your ideal vehicle. From cars for sale in Honolulu to expert advice on care, we’re your trusted partner.
Visit us at 609 Ahua St, Honolulu, HI 96819, or call us at +1 808-888-2076. Let us help you keep your car in perfect shape, wherever your Hawaiian adventures take you!
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How Medical Billing Services Improve Revenue Cycle
In today's healthcare environment, efficient revenue cycle management (RCM) is essential for the financial health of medical practices and facilities. The revenue cycle encompasses all administrative and clinical functions that contribute to the capture, management, and collection of patient service revenue. Medical billing services play a crucial role in optimizing this cycle, ensuring that healthcare providers receive timely and accurate reimbursements for the services they deliver. This article explores how medical billing services improve the revenue cycle through enhanced medical coding, effective denial management, and the use of advanced billing software.
Understanding the Revenue Cycle
The revenue cycle begins when a patient schedules an appointment and ends when the healthcare provider receives full payment for services rendered. It includes several stages, such as patient registration, insurance verification, medical coding, claim submission, payment processing, and accounts receivable management. Each of these stages must function smoothly to ensure that the organization maintains a healthy cash flow.
Inefficiencies or errors in any part of this cycle can lead to delayed payments, increased denial rates, and ultimately lost revenue. This is where medical billing services come into play, providing specialized expertise that helps healthcare organizations streamline their operations and improve financial outcomes.
The Role of Medical Billing Services
Medical billing services specialize in managing the financial aspects of healthcare practices, allowing providers to focus on patient care. These services typically handle tasks related to billing, collections, coding, and accounts receivable management. By outsourcing these functions, healthcare organizations can benefit from increased efficiency, reduced costs, and improved cash flow.
1. Enhancing Medical Coding Practices
Accurate medical coding is a fundamental component of effective revenue cycle management. Medical coding involves translating healthcare services, procedures, and diagnoses into standardized codes used for billing purposes. Errors in coding can lead to claim denials, delayed payments, and compliance issues.
Medical billing services employ certified coders who are well-versed in the latest coding standards, such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes. These professionals ensure that each procedure and diagnosis is coded accurately, minimizing the risk of errors that could lead to claim rejections. By enhancing coding accuracy, medical billing services help healthcare providers maximize their reimbursements and reduce the time spent on resolving billing issues.
Moreover, consistent training and auditing practices within medical billing services ensure that coders stay updated on changes in coding regulations and payer requirements. This commitment to ongoing education helps maintain high standards of coding accuracy, further improving the revenue cycle.
2. Streamlining Claims Submission and Processing
The claims submission process is a critical stage in the revenue cycle. Medical billing services utilize advanced billing software to automate and streamline this process. Automation minimizes the likelihood of human error, which is a common cause of claim denials.
Once the medical coding is completed, medical billing services ensure that claims are submitted to insurance payers promptly and accurately. The use of billing software allows for real-time eligibility verification, enabling the service providers to confirm patients' insurance coverage before services are rendered. This proactive approach helps prevent claims from being denied due to eligibility issues.
Additionally, the software typically includes built-in error-checking features that flag potential issues before claims are submitted. By identifying and addressing these problems in advance, medical billing services can significantly reduce the rate of claim denials, thereby accelerating the reimbursement process and improving cash flow.
3. Effective Denial Management
Denial management is a critical aspect of revenue cycle management that involves analyzing, appealing, and resolving denied claims. High denial rates can severely impact a healthcare organization’s financial stability, making effective denial management essential for maintaining healthy cash flow.
Medical billing services have dedicated teams that specialize in denial management. These teams review denied claims to understand the reasons for denial, which can range from coding errors to incomplete documentation. By systematically addressing the root causes of denials, medical billing services can implement corrective actions to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.
Furthermore, these services develop a structured process for appealing denied claims. This may involve gathering additional documentation, providing clarification, and communicating with payers to resolve disputes. An efficient denial management process not only helps recover lost revenue but also supports long-term relationships with payers, leading to better future claims processing.
4. Optimizing Accounts Receivable Management
Effective accounts receivable (A/R) management is crucial for ensuring that healthcare organizations receive timely payments. Medical billing services streamline A/R management by monitoring outstanding claims and patient balances.
They employ proactive follow-up strategies, reaching out to patients and payers to ensure that payments are received in a timely manner. This includes sending reminders for unpaid balances and following up on claims that have not been processed within a specified timeframe.
By actively managing accounts receivable, medical billing services help healthcare providers reduce the days in A/R, which can significantly improve cash flow. Timely collections mean that practices can reinvest in their operations, enhance patient care, and grow their business.
5. Utilizing Advanced Billing Software
The integration of advanced billing software is a game-changer for healthcare organizations looking to improve their revenue cycle. Medical billing services utilize software that automates various functions within the billing process, allowing for increased efficiency and accuracy.
Advanced billing software provides features such as:
Real-time claims tracking: Enables billing teams to monitor the status of submitted claims and quickly identify any issues that may arise.
Patient payment portals: Allows patients to view their bills and make payments online, enhancing the patient experience while streamlining collections.
Comprehensive reporting and analytics: Generates detailed reports on billing performance, claim denials, and revenue trends, enabling healthcare organizations to make data-driven decisions.
By leveraging these software capabilities, medical billing services can enhance the overall efficiency of the revenue cycle, leading to improved financial outcomes for healthcare providers.
Conclusion
In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, effective revenue cycle management is essential for the financial success of healthcare organizations. Medical billing services play a vital role in improving the revenue cycle by enhancing medical coding practices, streamlining claims submission, managing denials effectively, optimizing accounts receivable management, and utilizing advanced billing software.
By outsourcing billing functions to specialized services, healthcare providers can reduce operational burdens, improve cash flow, and ultimately focus more on delivering high-quality patient care. In a time when financial sustainability is paramount, leveraging medical billing services is not just a smart choice; it is a strategic necessity for healthcare organizations striving for success in a competitive environment.
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Understanding the Basics of Medical Billing and Coding Services
Medical billing and coding are critical components of the healthcare industry, ensuring that healthcare providers are reimbursed for their services and that patient records are accurately maintained. These processes involve translating medical services, procedures, diagnoses, and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes. This article will delve into the fundamentals of medical billing and coding services, their importance, and how they contribute to the efficiency of the healthcare system.
What is Medical Billing?
Medical billing is the process by which healthcare providers submit claims to insurance companies to receive payment for services rendered. This process begins when a patient visits a healthcare provider and involves several steps:
Patient Registration: The process starts with collecting the patient's personal and insurance information.
Verification of Insurance: The provider verifies the patient's insurance coverage and benefits.
Coding: Diagnoses and procedures are translated into standardized codes.
Claim Preparation: The medical biller prepares and submits the claim to the insurance company.
Adjudication: The insurance company reviews the claim and decides whether to pay, deny, or reject it.
Payment Posting: Payments from the insurance company and the patient are posted to the patient's account.
Follow-Up: Any unpaid or denied claims are followed up to ensure payment.
What is Medical Coding?
Medical coding involves assigning standardized codes to diagnoses, treatments, and medical procedures. These codes are used to communicate information about the patient's condition and the services provided. There are several types of codes used in medical coding:
ICD Codes (International Classification of Diseases): These codes are used to describe diagnoses and conditions.
CPT Codes (Current Procedural Terminology): These codes describe medical procedures and services.
HCPCS Codes (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System): These codes are used for various services, supplies, and equipment not covered by CPT codes.
Medical coders must have a thorough understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and the coding systems used. They review patient records and assign the appropriate codes based on the documentation provided by healthcare providers.
The Importance of Medical Billing and Coding
Medical billing and coding are essential for several reasons:
Accurate Reimbursement: Proper coding and billing ensure that healthcare providers are accurately reimbursed for their services. Incorrect coding can lead to denied or rejected claims, resulting in lost revenue.
Compliance: Healthcare providers must comply with various regulations and guidelines set by insurance companies and government agencies. Accurate coding and billing help ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
Data Collection: Codes are used for data collection and analysis, which is vital for healthcare planning, research, and public health initiatives. Accurate coding contributes to the reliability of this data.
Patient Care: Proper coding and billing contribute to the accuracy of patient records, which is crucial for continuity of care. It ensures that patient information is correctly documented and easily accessible to healthcare providers.
The Role of Technology in Medical Billing and Coding
Technology has significantly impacted medical billing and coding services, making the processes more efficient and accurate. Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems have streamlined the documentation process, allowing for easier access to patient information. Coding software and automated billing systems have reduced the chances of errors and increased the speed of claim processing.
Additionally, telehealth and remote services have introduced new challenges and opportunities in medical billing and coding. Coders and billers must stay updated on the latest regulations and codes related to these services.
Challenges in Medical Billing and Coding
Despite advancements in technology, medical billing and coding still face several challenges:
Complexity: The healthcare system is complex, and coding systems are constantly evolving. Staying updated with the latest codes and regulations requires continuous education and training.
Errors: Even small errors in coding or billing can lead to claim denials or rejections, impacting revenue and requiring time-consuming follow-up.
Regulatory Changes: Healthcare regulations and insurance policies frequently change, and keeping up with these changes can be challenging for healthcare providers and their billing and coding staff.
Fraud and Abuse: Ensuring compliance and preventing fraud and abuse in medical billing and coding is an ongoing challenge that requires vigilance and adherence to ethical standards.
Conclusion
Medical billing and coding are fundamental to the functioning of the healthcare system. They ensure that healthcare providers are reimbursed for their services, patient records are accurately maintained, and data is collected for research and public health initiatives. As technology continues to evolve, so too will the processes and systems involved in medical billing and coding. Continuous education, training, and adaptation to regulatory changes are essential for professionals in this field to maintain accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
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Importance of POS Maintenance
POS (Point of Sale) systems have become integral to service and retail industries. These systems include hardware such as card readers and cash registers along with software used to manage inventory and process sales. They make it easier to carry out transactions between customers and the businesses they buy from. Ever since they came into being, POS systems have evolved to become sophisticated systems capable of performing multiple functions from basic cash registers. The POS systems these days can also integrate with the other business software you are using in your organization such as inventory management, financial reporting, and CRM (customer relationship management).
What is POS maintenance?
The term POS maintenance can be defined as the systematic and regular servicing of the software and hardware components of these systems. The main aim of getting such work done is to make sure that the system is functioning effectively and efficiently. Now, this maintenance might include a wide range of activities like the following:
updating software
repairing issues with the hardware
calibrating devices
making sure that the security measures are updated
carrying out routine checks to make sure that potential issues can be prevented
The importance of POS maintenance
There are several reasons why it is important to maintain a POS system and they can be classified broadly into operational efficiency, security, and customer satisfaction. When your POS system is maintained well it makes sure that transactions are processed with accuracy and quickness. If the system fails it leads to downtime and this can cause major disruptions in operations. This further translates to lost sales and lowered productivity. Consistent maintenance helps you identify issues at the earliest and address them in the most comprehensive manner possible. This in turn makes sure that those problems do not escalate and that the POS system is running smoothly as it ideally should.
Always remember that POS systems are prime targets for attacks by cybercriminals because of the kind of sensitive information that they deal with including the payment details of buyers. When you make sure that the software of the system is properly updated with the newest security patches you are in the best position to prevent data breaches from happening. If the POS system is fast, secure, and reliable it provides the customers with a much better experience as well. Every customer these days expects that transactions will be seamless and quick and if there are any issues or delays with them it causes them significant displeasure at the very least.
Components of POS maintenance
The work of POS maintenance includes different tasks that can be categorized broadly into hardware maintenance, security maintenance, and software maintenance. Hardware maintenance calls for making sure that all components of the POS system are functioning the way that they are supposed to. This means cleaning the device regularly, replacing faulty parts, and checking for signs of wear and tear. Software maintenance is critical in this context because you want to use the latest version of the POS system in your organization at all times – after all, it contains the latest features including security updates. This means installing the latest patches and updates, making sure that the software is integrating smoothly with other business systems like accounting and inventory management software, and backing up data regularly.
The main aim of security maintenance in this context is to make sure that your POS system stays protected from cyber threats.
Best practices for POS maintenance
If you want to make sure that your POS maintenance work is being done effectively you should adhere to the best practices for the same including the following:
regular and scheduled maintenance
staff training
data backups
monitoring performance
security measures
Create a schedule for maintaining both the software and the hardware components of your POS system. You must also train your staff on how to use the system properly and this should ideally include recognizing potential issues and reporting them to a competent authority as soon as possible. Make sure you back up the POS data regularly so that it does not get lost in case the system fails. Always monitor the POS system’s performance to identify issues and address them properly. Implement the most stringent security measures such as encryption, consistent security audits, and strong passwords.
You must maintain POS systems properly especially when you are a service or retail business. It makes sure that you can carry out your operations effectively, increases the level of security in your work, and satisfies customers a lot more.
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Is Kisskh.me Down? Website That Is Not Working?
Is Kisskh.me Down? Website That Is Not Working?
In today's digitally interconnected world, websites are the storefronts of the internet, offering goods, services, and information at our fingertips. However, what happens when you visit a site like Kisskh.me and encounter an error message? Is Kisskh.me down? Is the website not working? These are common questions that arise when users face connectivity issues with online platforms. This blog aims to explore the reasons behind website downtime, what it means for users and businesses, and how to navigate such situations
effectively.
Understanding Website Downtime
What is Website Downtime?
Website downtime refers to the period when a website is inaccessible or unavailable to users. This could happen due to various reasons, including server issues, maintenance updates, or even cyberattacks. When users attempt to access a site during downtime, they may encounter error messages such as "Site can't be reached" or "503 Service Unavailable."
Is Kisskh.me Down? Checking for Downtime
If you're wondering whether Kisskh.me is down, there are several ways to check:
Visit Down Detector Sites: Websites like DownDetector.com provide real-time insights into the operational status of various websites, including Kisskh.me. Users can see reported outages and downtime trends.
Use Website Monitoring Tools: Tools like Pingdom, UptimeRobot, or Google's PageSpeed Insights can monitor website uptime and send alerts if downtime occurs.
Check Social Media and Forums: Users often report website issues on platforms like Twitter, Reddit, or tech forums. Searching for "Kisskh.me down" on these platforms can provide community-sourced information.
Common Causes of Website Downtime
1. Server Issues: The most common cause of downtime is server problems. This includes hardware failures, overload due to high traffic, or software glitches.
2. Maintenance Updates: Websites often undergo scheduled maintenance to apply updates, install patches, or improve performance. During this time, the site may be temporarily inaccessible.
3. Cybersecurity Attacks: Cyberattacks such as DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks can overwhelm servers, causing downtime to legitimate users.
4. Domain Name System (DNS) Issues: Problems with DNS settings can prevent users from reaching a website, even if the server is operational.
Impact of Website Downtime
1. Loss of Revenue: For e-commerce sites like Kisskh.me, downtime directly translates into lost sales and revenue. Customers unable to complete transactions may seek alternative providers.
2. Reputation Damage: Frequent downtime can tarnish a website's reputation. Users may perceive the site as unreliable or poorly managed, impacting brand trust and loyalty.
3. SEO and Search Rankings: Extended downtime can affect a site's SEO performance. Search engines like Google may lower the site's ranking if it frequently experiences accessibility issues.
Responding to Website Downtime
1. Communicate Proactively: If you manage Kisskh.me or any website experiencing downtime, communicate updates through social media, email newsletters, or a dedicated status page.
2. Implement Redundancy Measures: Use Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) or cloud hosting services to distribute website content and reduce the risk of downtime due to server failures.
3. Monitor Performance: Regularly monitor website performance metrics to identify potential issues early. Set up alerts for downtime and promptly investigate any anomalies.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the question "Is Kisskh.me down? Website that is not working?" underscores the importance of website reliability and preparedness in today's digital landscape. Understanding the causes, Is Kisskh.me Down Website That Is Not Working ? impacts, and proactive measures against downtime is crucial for businesses and users alike. By staying informed, employing robust hosting solutions, and responding swiftly to issues, website owners can mitigate the negative effects of downtime and maintain trust with their audience.
Next time you encounter connectivity issues with Kisskh.me or any website, remember to check for updates, utilize monitoring tools, and reach out to customer support if needed. Website downtime is a challenge, but with preparation and proactive management, it can be minimized to ensure a seamless online experience for all users.
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