In today’s medical billing process, aging claims and delayed reimbursement on insurance claims are all too common. This can be even more of a burden than usual on locations with high patient traffic and smaller staff. A single aging claim can stop the entire RCM cycle in its tracks and cause significant issues for your…
DetailsThe healthcare claims management process can be a long and arduous one. An insurance claim often passes through many hands between the appointment itself and the final payment, and that can leave room for many errors. Improperly handled, this process will add more stress and strain to your staff’s workday, which can detract valuable time…
DetailsUtilization review, or the process of reviewing an episode of care, is often necessary to justify charges and payments to an insurance company and can also be valuable in determining the best course of action to care for a patient. Encouraging complete documentation and oversight is paramount to running a successful practice. The system of…
DetailsAs the social stigma surrounding mental healthcare dissipates and people become more comfortable with caring for their mental and emotional well-being, the mental healthcare industry continues to grow. Mental health providers find themselves with more and more clients and less time to manage the other aspects of their business. This is why mental health consulting…
DetailsAn upcoming internal financial audit can make even the most experienced provider a little bit nervous. You want to be properly prepared for it, of course, and although an outside perspective can quell those fears, it can be nerve-wracking to have someone new come to take stock of your processes. The reality, however, is that…
DetailsThe complexity of the various moving parts in the billing department can feel overwhelming for even the most experienced provider. This feeling can get even more pressing when it comes to claims management. Healthcare costs are steadily increasing, and with that growth, the industry as a whole moves forward each year. In addition, clients are…
DetailsAddiction treatment providers must stay on top of various regulations and keep their treatment protocols and facility policies to keep up in this constantly evolving industry. Without a smoothly operating system, an organization can fall prey to any number of setbacks, including lawsuits, declining business, or regulatory complaints. Addiction treatment consulting services can help you…
DetailsBalancing high-quality care for your patients while still operating your organization with proper efficiency and economic oversight can be a difficult task for many. In the racetrack that the healthcare industry has become, hospitals and other healthcare practices must stay nimble to ensure that quality care and financial stability remain hand-in-hand. Utilization management in healthcare…
DetailsHealthcare facilities, regardless of their specialization, are a necessary component of a community. It’s vital that these facilities work at maximum efficiency, keeping track of innumerable moving parts to ensure that clients have access to necessary treatment and care. This is precisely why many organizations are counting on an outside perspective in the form of…
DetailsIn any healthcare industry, but especially in the growing fields of substance abuse and behavioral healthcare, denied claims and delayed reimbursement could be a troublesome thorn in the side of any billing department. Sometimes, a quick fix can remedy a late payment, but dedicated aging collections management could be needed to track down payments and…
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