This presentation focuses on the essential tools, trends, and tactics every practice should know to effectively handle payer audits. It covers the importance of proactive audits, the different types of audits (prospective, retrospective, and focus audits), and the increasing volume and scrutiny of audits in the healthcare industry. The presentation also provides practical advice on responding to audits, including a checklist for audit responses and strategies for organizational improvement through understanding payers, leveraging technology, and continuous education.