Integrity Health Network

Integrity Health Network Our Mission: To advance independent medicine by providing guidance, advocacy, resources and operational support to new and existing practices

Since our establishment as an Independent Practice Association in 2010, we have been supporting practitioners in opening and sustaining their own practices by providing assistance precisely where and when it is needed.

Getting credentialed and contracted is a major milestone, but it's not the finish line.Enrollment, billing setup, and cl...
05/27/2026

Getting credentialed and contracted is a major milestone, but it's not the finish line.

Enrollment, billing setup, and clean claim submission are what actually turn patient care into revenue. And without them in place, even approved clinics can face unexpected cash flow gaps and billing delays.

In Blog 5 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series, we walk through what needs to happen after approval, from EFT and ERA setup to realistic payment timelines and early claim issues to expect.

Read the full post here: https://www.ihnhealth.com/clinic-billing-setup-after-credentialing/

Opening an independent clinic often comes with more complexity than providers expect.Many clinicians enter independent p...
05/20/2026

Opening an independent clinic often comes with more complexity than providers expect.

Many clinicians enter independent practice focused on autonomy and patient care, only to realize how many operational, administrative, and compliance responsibilities come with ownership.

From contracting and credentialing to billing and workflow decisions, there are many moving pieces that influence how smoothly a clinic starts and grows.

The good news is that feeling overwhelmed by these processes is common, and support exists to help providers navigate them with more clarity and confidence.

Learn more about independent practice support at:
https://www.ihnhealth.com/

Many providers are surprised by how long contracting and credentialing can take when opening an independent clinic.These...
05/18/2026

Many providers are surprised by how long contracting and credentialing can take when opening an independent clinic.

These processes involve multiple moving parts, including payer requirements, application accuracy, approvals, and timelines that are often outside of a clinic’s control.

Trying to rush submissions can sometimes create more delays instead of preventing them.

Planning ahead, understanding timelines, and submitting complete information early can help support a smoother startup process.

Learn more in Blog 4 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series: https://www.ihnhealth.com/new-clinic-start-up-series-blog-4/

Many providers hear the terms “contracting” and “credentialing” used together, but they are two separate processes that ...
05/11/2026

Many providers hear the terms “contracting” and “credentialing” used together, but they are two separate processes that both play an important role in opening and operating an independent clinic.

Credentialing helps verify a provider’s qualifications, while contracting establishes participation with health plans and reimbursement agreements.

Understanding the difference early can help clinics avoid delays, revenue interruptions, and confusion during the startup process.

Learn more in Blog 4 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series: https://www.ihnhealth.com/new-clinic-start-up-series-blog-4/

Much of what supports a clinic’s success happens behind the scenes.Processes like contracting, credentialing, compliance...
05/06/2026

Much of what supports a clinic’s success happens behind the scenes.

Processes like contracting, credentialing, compliance, and operational planning are often handled quietly, but they play a critical role in how a clinic functions day to day.

At IHN, support means helping clinics navigate these areas with clarity, reduce uncertainty, and avoid challenges that can create delays over time.

Learn more about how IHN supports independent practices: https://www.ihnhealth.com/

For many providers, the most confusing part of opening an independent clinic isn’t patient care, it’s everything happeni...
05/04/2026

For many providers, the most confusing part of opening an independent clinic isn’t patient care, it’s everything happening behind the scenes.
Contracting, credentialing, and understanding effective dates are processes that are often handled for you in employed settings. When you step into independence, these become critical to understand, especially when they directly impact reimbursement.
Gaining clarity on these early can help prevent delays and set your clinic up for a smoother start.
Learn more in Blog 4 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series:https://www.ihnhealth.com/new-clinic-start-up-series-blog-4/

Most new clinic founders don't think about credentialing and contracting until they're already behind.These two processe...
04/28/2026

Most new clinic founders don't think about credentialing and contracting until they're already behind.

These two processes determine when your clinic can open, which patients you can see, and when you'll actually get paid — and the timelines are longer than most people expect.

In Blog 4 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series, we break down:
✅ The difference between contracting and credentialing
✅ When each process needs to start
✅ What causes delays — and how to avoid them
✅ Why getting this wrong directly impacts your revenue

If you're opening an independent clinic or adding a new provider, this one is worth reading: https://www.ihnhealth.com/new-clinic-start-up-series-blog-4/

Support can mean a lot of different things depending on where a clinic is in its journey.At IHN, support means working a...
04/22/2026

Support can mean a lot of different things depending on where a clinic is in its journey.

At IHN, support means working alongside independent clinics to help navigate decisions, provide guidance when things feel complex, and offer resources that support long-term stability.

It’s not about taking over, it’s about being a consistent, reliable partner as your clinic grows.

Learn more about how IHN supports independent practices: https://www.ihnhealth.com/

Opening an independent clinic comes with a lot of decisions, and it’s common for providers to feel like they have to fig...
04/20/2026

Opening an independent clinic comes with a lot of decisions, and it’s common for providers to feel like they have to figure everything out on their own.

Guessing through things like business structure, licensure, and compliance can create challenges later on, especially when those decisions shape how your clinic operates long-term.

The good news is that you don’t have to navigate that alone.

Learn more about how to approach these early decisions in Blog 3 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series:https://www.ihnhealth.com/how-to-start-a-medical-practice-legal-business-basics/

Choosing a business structure is one of the earliest decisions in opening an independent clinic, and it can have a lasti...
04/13/2026

Choosing a business structure is one of the earliest decisions in opening an independent clinic, and it can have a lasting impact on how your practice operates over time.

From liability and decision-making to growth and long-term stability, the structure you choose creates the foundation for your clinic.

It’s not just a legal step, it’s a strategic one.

Learn more about how to approach this decision in Blog 3 of our New Clinic Start-Up Series: https://www.ihnhealth.com/how-to-start-a-medical-practice-legal-business-basics/

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