Claim Denials Protect Yourself
We have all heard horror stories about an insurance company refusing to pay off on a claim due to some oversight by the policyholder. In an effort to protect them […]
ICD-9 to ICD-10: Making the Shift
The official deadline for adopting the newly expanded ICD-10 is quickly approaching. By Oct. 1, 2015, medical offices will be required to adopt the expanded system of codes, or face […]
Medical Billing Services and Revenue Cycle Denial Management
Revenue Cycle has become a universal and often abused term in medical billing. Some use the term to describe a means of addressing claims denied for medical necessity. Others use […]
Medical Billing Allowables: Why Charge More Than You Expect To Collect?
There are many items that are confusing in the world of medical billing. One of the most confusing areas for individuals that are new to the business side of medicine […]
What is the best medical billing fee structure for old AR clean-up?
You may be faced with multiple fee options if you are considering seeking help with your old A/R cleanup and denial management. Many medical billing companies will charge a very […]
ICD-10: A QUICK GUIDE FOR PHYSICIANS AND OFFICE MANAGERS
Is someone suffering from a sea lion bite? There’s a code for that: W5611XD. Did an individual experience an injury at the opera? Try code Y92253. You’ll find these and […]
All In The Family (ICD-10-CM)
July 28, 2015 | Michelle A. Leppert CMS offered some clarity on what it considers to be a family of codes in ICD-10-CM. You might remember that CMS struck a […]
3 Rules to Master Payor Enrollment Now!
Want to secure timely payments and ensure a steady flow of income? (Of course you do.) But what do you do if your information is not accurate, timely, and thorough? […]
Should Your Practice Outsource Medical Billing?
One of the many business questions physicians face is whether to outsource their medical billing to third-party medical billing services or do it in-house with medical billing software. Some physicians […]
What Should I Look For in a Revenue Cycle Management Solution?
On top of the difficult transition to ICD-10, healthcare providers are being pressured to adjust to a multitude of changes alongside the industry. This includes optimizing their Revenue Cycle Management, or RCM. Implementing cost-effective […]
Benefits of a Business Intelligence & Analytics System
Technology has changed the way business in general is transacted. It has also changed the way a medical practice is managed. You can take advantage of business intelligence and analytics […]