ABOUT APPLIED MEDICAL SERVICES: AMS News Room: Press Releases

Applied Medical Services Headquarters Renovation Reaches Completion The newly renamed Durham company completes renovation almost simultaneously with the promotion of a new President, and launch of a new brand and Website Durham, NC – October 15, 2004- The office renovations of Applied Medical Services, LLC were completed today, almost simultaneously with the launch of a new brand, Website and name. The newly remodeled office in Durham, North Carolina, boasts 3,875 additional square feet—including a larger conference room and employee lounge. Also included in the new design is a HIPAA conference room, which offers a private area for account representatives to meet with patients when the need arises. “Our headquarters renovation comes concurrently with the renovation of our new corporate identity and Website,” comments Michelle L. Durner, President of Applied Medical Services. “The renovation is exciting; our employees are really looking forward to a larger work space and more room to grow. The larger space offers us more flexibility with entertaining clients and daily operations.” Applied Medical Services, LLC provides transcription, billing, coding, practice management and consulting services to a dedicated client list of hospitals, clinics and emergency department physician groups. With incredibly deep market experience in the industry, Applied Medical Services is in tune with specific practice challenges and is able to quickly and measurably enhance their clients’ revenue. About Applied Medical Services, LLC: Utilizing over 25 years of experience in total practice management, Applied Medical ervices, LLC is a leading provider of medical transcription, coding, billing, practice management, and consulting services. Applied Medical Services’ clientele includes hospitals, private practices and emergency department physician groups. Founded in 1979 and led by industry thought leader Sandy Williams, it is one of the only service providers of its kind offering hands-on account management by credentialed, senior-level executives. Profit Management’s customizable system for practice management and consulting services has a proven track record for enhancing the revenues of medical facilities in the Southeast. Fast Chart transcription services specializes in medical transcription using carefullyselected, experienced, medical transcriptionists to accurately transcribe quality documents and industry standard security and encryption methods. Profit Solution’s coding and billing services division specializes in seamless medical coding, auditing, and accounts receivable management by senior-level executives who have obtained the latest certifications and are experts on government and compliance guidelines. MEDIA CONTACT: Ashlie Fowler 919.557.7890 [email protected]