Remove Billing Remove Clinical Operations Remove Follow-Up
article thumbnail

The Key Role of Medical Assistants in Primary Healthcare: Serving as the Backbone of Clinical Operations

Northwest Suburban College

At the forefront of these essential services are Medical Assistants, dedicated professionals who handle diverse tasks and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of clinical operations. Contact us today to learn more about our Medical Assistant program and take the first step towards a brighter future in healthcare.

article thumbnail

Why Care Coordination Is Important for Home Health and Hospice Agencies

Relias

While the plan of care is always the number one area for citations, care coordination consistently ranks right up there,” said SimiTree Compliance Senior Manager Sheila Salisbury-Sizemore. At a minimum, each patient’s medical record should reflect care team coordination at the following time points: Start of care.

Hospice 52
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How Charge Reconciliation Boosts Healthcare Revenue

Relias

A majority said that up to 20% of their charges were incorrectly coded. The charge reconciliation process Your healthcare team must have extensive expertise in accounting and a solid understanding of clinical operations to run an effective charge reconciliation sheet. So, how does charge reconciliation work?

article thumbnail

In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

Their role is vital for efficient clinic operations and enhancing patient care in pediatric healthcare. Appointment Management: Scheduling appointments, managing follow-up visits, and sometimes handling billing and insurance paperwork. What Does A Pediatric Medical Assistant Do?

article thumbnail

Behavioral Healthcare Data Security: A Comprehensive Checklist for Protecting Patient Information

Valant

A structured approach to data security helps behavioral health practices protect patient information, maintain trust, and ensure uninterrupted clinical operations. For example, staff members who handle billing need insurance information, but not detailed clinical notes.

HIPAA 66