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The Successful Start Of The Medical Billing Process

Getting a claim paid starts at the front desk. It is vital that all the necessary information is obtained including copies of insurance cards, driver’s license, or ID. Have your staff verify that the patient filled out your patient registration form completely. The verification of insurance and coverage done before being seen by the Doctor ensures there are no upsets about how much the patient will need to come out of pocket for. You don’t want your patient upset from the beginning! Read More

2 Ways To Prevent Denied Claims

In the field of medical billing, denied claims are a constant threat to your bottom line.

Some healthcare management professionals have estimated that out of the $3 trillion in hospital medical claims that were submitted in 2016, roughly $262 billion worth of claims were denied by insurance providers. The dollar amount of denied claims for smaller practices is likely just as large. It is likely those numbers have increased since then. That said, careful and organized follow-up can recover and/or eliminate most of your denied claims. Read More