How To Combat Recoupment Requests
Getting a recoupment request can be scary and worrisome. Recoupment is a provision in most health insurance policies that allows the insurer to request a repayment of some or all of the cost of care after it has been provided. Most insurance companies have this provision, but it is not often used.ย Companies may also […]
The Most Common Medical Billing Mistakes
The medical billing process is typically long and complicated. It can be difficult to keep track of all the details and make sure that you are following the right steps. There are many mistakes that can happen during this process, which can lead to a patient’s account being sent to collections. In this article, we […]
How to Do Medical Billing (And How to Let Someone Else Do It)
Without the help of a medical biller, healthcare professionals are at risk of falling behind in billing their patients for office visits. Falling behind in billing your patients can mean a loss in total revenue. For this reason, medical billing is an integral part of every medical office.ย When a doctorโs office bills a patient […]
How Long Can A Medical Claim Be Collected For?
Medical bills are something every person encounters. However, when youโre a healthcare professional running a business, medical bills need to be collected promptly to receive payment.ย One thing is for certain: as a healthcare professional, you shouldnโt deal with collectingย medical bills on your own. The smartest way to deal with medical bills is to […]
What is Medical Practice Management?
A doctorโs office is best when everyone knows what theyโre doing. If the environment of the office is chaotic, it will clearly show in all aspects. This is where having a medical practice management system becomes useful.ย Without a way to handle the countless tasks that make up an average day at the office, you […]
Why Credentialing is Important for Healthcare Professionals
Everyone from patients to business partners wants to know that the healthcare professional they’re working with is credentialed. Why credentialing is important for healthcare professionals? Here are five valuable reasons you need to consider: Credentialing helps practices comply with regulations There are many laws and regulations governing healthcare, and credentialing helps practices make sure they’re […]
Tips for Successful Behavioral Healthcare Billing
Getting reimbursed for behavioral healthcare services can be a struggle.ย The complex maze of insurance rules and regulations makes submittingย behavioral healthcare billing difficult and frustrating.ย This problem results in only approximately 85 percent of claims being paid.ย For some, using a billing service can save their businesses. Billing Rules Explained Any insurance healthcare billing system […]
Why You Need a Medical Billing Company
8 Reasons You Should Outsource Medical Billing Medical practices of all types and sizes are tasked with helping patients feel their best. Ideally, the success of any doctor or group practice should be measured solely by the level of care received by the doctor. Still, the importance of revenue cannot be understated. It only takes […]