Financial Performance - Revenue for Q1 2025 was $27.6 million, an increase from $26 million in Q1 2024, reflecting ongoing demand for integrated AI-enabled RCM solutions [8][29] - GAAP net income was $1.9 million, a significant turnaround from a net loss of $241,000 in Q1 2024 [8][30] - Adjusted EBITDA rose to $5.6 million, up 52% year over year, representing 20% of revenue [9][31] - Free cash flow for Q1 2025 was $3.6 million, with a significant reduction in dividend obligations from $3.9 million to approximately $1.5 million per quarter following the conversion of Series A preferred stock [11][29] Business Lines and Market Data - Recurring technology-enabled business solution revenue was $17.7 million, up approximately $400,000 year over year, while non-recurring professional services revenue from MSR increased by approximately $1.5 million [29] - Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) revenue grew by approximately 25-30% year over year, although it still represents a small portion of overall revenue [67] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company has re-entered the M&A market, completing two strategic acquisitions in early 2025, which are expected to be accretive within 90 days [13][14] - The launch of the AI Center of Excellence aims to position the company at the forefront of intelligent healthcare automation, with plans to scale the team to 500 AI professionals by the end of the year [12][17] - The company is focused on transforming the care journey through intelligent automation across clinical workflows and revenue cycle operations [17][22] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to drive sustainable value for shareholders and clients, reaffirming guidance for 2025 with expected revenue of approximately $111 million to $114 million [32][34] - The company does not anticipate significant pressure on demand for its services due to external economic factors such as tariffs or inflation [32] Other Important Information - The company has improved its financial position significantly over the past year, returning to profitability and generating strong free cash flow [34] - The AI initiatives are fully self-funded through operating cash flow, reflecting the strength of the underlying business model [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Key factors for revenue growth and expectations for the quarter - Management noted that the revenue growth was driven by a large project in MedSR and emphasized a focus on existing client sales and new opportunities facilitated by specialty-specific EHRs [36][38] Question: Timeline for AI product development - Management indicated that they will provide quarterly updates on AI projects and progress, with ongoing improvements in backend processes and various AI initiatives already in development [42][44] Question: Seasonality of the business - Management acknowledged that Q1 is typically lower due to deductibles but expressed optimism about achieving overall revenue targets for the year [45][46] Question: Capital allocation priorities - The company plans to prioritize reinvestment in the business, particularly in AI, while also pursuing tuck-in acquisitions that align with existing capabilities [50][52] Question: Expense efficiencies and targeted areas - Management highlighted that AI will play a key role in driving efficiencies, particularly in automating revenue cycle functions and improving internal workflows [55][60] Question: Remote patient monitoring and chronic care management opportunities - Management expressed excitement about RPM and CCM growth, noting it as a natural fit for upselling and expanding revenue opportunities, although it remains a small portion of overall revenue [66][68] Question: Sustainability of cost of goods sold and tax rate - Management indicated that the decline in cost of goods sold as a percentage of revenue is sustainable and that the low tax rate is expected to remain consistent due to sufficient NOLs [70][76]