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The impact of coding errors on medical billing: How to avoid common pitfalls 

Health Prime

In the intricate world of medical billing, accuracy is paramount. Your practice should consider the importance of the medical coding process when ensuring healthcare providers collect all money due to services rendered. Increased denials: Insurance companies are quick to deny claims with coding errors.

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Understanding Oncology Medical Billing: Essential Tips and Guidelines 

CollaborateMD

Oncology medical billing is the process of submitting claims to insurance companies or other payers for oncology-related billing services associated with cancer management. Oncology medical billing requires understanding medical coding to run a successful oncology practices.

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10 key aspects for minimizing underpayments and maximizing revenue 

Health Prime

Implement robust coding and documentation practices Accurate medical coding and detailed documentation are crucial elements in preventing underpayments. Additionally, regular training and continuing education for your staff will keep them abreast of the latest developments in medical billing.

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How Charge Reconciliation Boosts Healthcare Revenue

Relias

Benefits of a well-balanced charge reconciliation sheet Timely charge reconciliation can help in the following ways: It identifies issues like underpayment, insurance denials, and pending bills. Ensure that every member of your revenue cycle management team is performing with current knowledge and best practices.

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Optimize your Revenue Cycle Management for the New Year 

Health Prime

During the initial encounter, front-office staff should diligently collect and verify patient demographic details, insurance information, and other pertinent data. Real-time insurance eligibility verification is another crucial aspect. Prioritizing accurate coding is equally vital for your RCM.

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The 11 Best Patient Engagement Tools to Improve Your Practice 

Medical Advantage

In this blog, we will explore patient engagement best practices and the top patient engagement tools available. Explanation of Benefits (EOB): Understanding an EOB can be complex due to medical codes and insurance jargon.

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Hospital Coding Accuracy: Best Practices for Error-Free Claims

Coronis Health

Hospital coding accuracy is a significant component of the claims process. Best practices in hospital billing and coding processes are key to guiding coders as they navigate the complexities of chart documentation. Using hospital coding software and tools that can automate, validate, and audit the coding process.