As reimbursement pressures intensify and operating margins tighten, finance and revenue cycle leaders need more than reports. They need meaningful benchmarks that help identify revenue leakage, measure performance, and guide strategic decisions.
To address this need, Plutus Health has released The Ultimate Guide to Healthcare RCM KPIs with Formulas, Benchmarks, and a Cheat Sheet, a comprehensive resource designed to help healthcare organizations evaluate the KPIs that most impact financial performance.

A Practical Benchmark for Revenue Cycle Performance

Rather than tracking dozens of disconnected reports, organizations can benchmark the indicators that directly influence reimbursement, collections, cash flow, and operational efficiency.
The guide covers:
• Net Collection Rate (NCR)
• Clean Claim Rate (CCR)
• First Pass Resolution Rate (FPRR)
• Days in Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Denial Rate
• Cost to Collect
• Patient Collections
• Bad Debt Ratio
Each KPI includes its formula, industry benchmark, business significance, and practical guidance to help organizations evaluate current performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Turning Metrics into Better Decisions

"Revenue cycle performance isn't measured by the number of reports an organization produces. It's measured by how effectively leaders use those insights to improve financial outcomes," said Thomas John, Founder and CEO of Plutus Health.
"This guide helps healthcare organizations focus on the KPIs that truly matter. When leaders understand where they stand against industry benchmarks, they can make more informed decisions to reduce denials, strengthen collections, and build a more predictable revenue cycle."
Supporting Healthcare Organizations with Practical Insights
The publication reflects Plutus Health's continued focus on helping healthcare organizations improve revenue cycle performance through operational expertise, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled RCM solutions.
Whether organizations are evaluating internal performance, preparing for growth, or looking to strengthen financial operations, the guide serves as a practical benchmark for measuring success across the revenue cycle.
The Ultimate Guide to Healthcare RCM KPIs with Formulas, Benchmarks, and a Cheat Sheet is available as a complimentary download for healthcare organizations seeking to benchmark their revenue cycle performance.

Download the guide - https://www.plutushealthinc.com/whitepaper/the-2026-rcm-index