BillingNetwork Receives Innovation Award from Gulf Coast Business Review

Award Recognizes Top Technology Companies in the Gulf Coast Region

SARASOTA, FL -- December 3, 2002 - BillingNetwork, a provider of medical billing solutions and services for the healthcare industry, was recently selected as a top innovator in the Gulf Coast Business Reviews Innovation Awards. The awards ceremony recognizes companies located in Floridas High Tech Corridor that positively impact the efficiencies and profits of one or more industries.

"I was very pleased to learn of our nomination and selection as a top innovator in the Gulf Coast region," said Richard Krumholz, president and CEO, BillingNetwork. "The award reinforces our dedication to providing premiere software and services to the medical community, and is a testament to the tireless effort of our employees to deliver upon our promises."

The Gulf Coast Business Reviews Innovation Awards have recognized the efforts of the hi-tech industry in the Gulf Coast region since 1999.

This is the third year the review has recognized top technology companies in the Gulf Coast area", said Kendall Jones, Staff Writer and Moderator for the awards. We are proud to be able to bring attention to those companies making a difference in the business community, and we look forward to extending the impact of the award ceremony in years to come."

About BillingNetwork
BillingNetwork is a provider of medical billing solutions and services for the healthcare industry. Our DirectAccess solution is HIPAA compliant, and is designed to increase cash flow with quicker turnarounds and reduced overhead expenses. All of our customers have instant access to their billing information, which is maintained in a confidential and secure environment.

DirectAccess is a patented technology supported by a staff of BillingNetwork professionals experienced in the process of making medical billing work for the clients practice. Our solution is web-based, thus eliminating the need for expensive hardware, software, maintenance, or upgrades.

About Gulf Coast Business Review
Gulf Coast Business Review is Southwest Floridas newspaper for business and entrepreneurs. Now in its sixth year, the Gulf Coast Business Review has become the Sarasota and Bradenton regions most respected and preferred tool for local business information. It focuses on providing relevant business and economic trends affecting the two-county region; tracking the commercial real estate market; profiling the leading entrepreneurs and companies - their strategies and lessons for growth and success; and providing the regions most comprehensive listings of public records and sales leads.

For Additional Information, Please Contact:

Kendall Jones
Gulf Coast Business Review
http://www.review.net
941-383-5509
kjones@review.net