Cash flow is the lifeblood of any podiatry practice. The faster you get paid, the more stability you have to cover payroll, invest in equipment, and grow your business. Here are five hacks to help podiatrists get paid faster: 

1. Collect Co-Pays Up Front 

Train staff to confidently and empathetically collect co-pays at check-in. This reduces accounts receivable and sets clear expectations with patients. Patients who know payment is due up front are less likely to resist. 

2. Verify Eligibility Before Appointments 

Insurance surprises at checkout often lead to delayed payments. By verifying eligibility before the appointment, you catch coverage issues early. This saves time, prevents frustration, and increases patient trust. 

3. Send Digital Reminders 

Patients are more likely to pay when they receive a text or email reminder with a direct payment link. It’s convenient, fast, and eliminates the “I forgot” excuse. Automated reminders save staff time and reduce overdue balances. 

4. Submit Claims Daily 

Don’t batch claims weekly. Submitting daily accelerates reimbursements and keeps your cash flow steady. It also gives you faster insight into denial trends, allowing quicker corrections. 

5. Leverage Analytics 

Track which insurers are slowest to pay and prioritize follow-ups with them. Data-driven follow-up saves time and gets results. Analytics can also highlight common coding errors or identify underpaid claims. 

How A Step Above Health Mgmt Makes It Happen 

We use technology and proven workflows to accelerate payments for podiatry practices. Our clients often see days in A/R reduced by 30–50%. Faster payments mean less stress, better cash flow, and more focus on patient care. 

By blending automation with podiatry expertise, we eliminate bottlenecks and put more money in your practice’s bank account—faster.