Communication, Documentation and Medical Coding

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

Health Prime

JUNE 13, 2024

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. Stay updated: Medical coding guidelines are constantly evolving. At Health Prime, we can help!

Billing

Billing Medical Coding Medication Best Practices

3 common errors in claim submission

Health Prime

AUGUST 29, 2024

Incorrect coding Medical coding errors are another significant reason for claim denials. These mistakes can include using outdated codes, misinterpreting coding guidelines, or selecting the wrong codes for the procedures and diagnoses.

Documentation

Documentation Billing Medical Coding Insurance

5 strategies for mental health providers to enhance reimbursements

Health Prime

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Accurate coding is key Accurate medical coding is one fundamental aspect of maximizing reimbursements. Mental health providers must ensure they use the correct diagnosis and procedure codes when submitting claims to insurance companies. Strategies to improve your mental health reimbursements 1.

Billing

Billing Medical Coding Documentation Insurance

10 key aspects for minimizing underpayments and maximizing revenue

Health Prime

MAY 30, 2024

Implement robust coding and documentation practices Accurate medical coding and detailed documentation are crucial elements in preventing underpayments. Negotiate payer contracts effectively Reviewing and renegotiating payer contracts regularly is essential for your medical practice’s financial health.

Billing

Billing Documentation Continuing Education Medical Coding

Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Relias

JUNE 1, 2022

Coding is high value — and in high demand. Coding and clinical documentation have never been more important in healthcare. “We Yet coding mistakes can mean lost revenue, or worse — fines, compliance, and legal issues. Coders are challenged to select the codes that best convey the reason for admission.

Documentation

Documentation Medical Coding Admissions Follow-Up

Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Relias

JUNE 1, 2022

Coding is high value — and in high demand. Coding and clinical documentation have never been more important in healthcare. “We Yet coding mistakes can mean lost revenue, or worse — fines, compliance, and legal issues. Coders are challenged to select the codes that best convey the reason for admission.

Documentation

Documentation Medical Coding Admissions Follow-Up

Electronic Health Records Specialist Training: What to Expect

MedCerts

JULY 3, 2024

As a vital part of the healthcare team , an Electronic Health Records Specialist (EHR) is responsible for updating patient records, transcribing doctor's notes and charting procedure codes. Each office has unique needs, so part of your role might also include billing or patient communication — whether in person, by email or over the phone.

Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology Bookkeeping Billing Insurance

Hospital Coding Accuracy: Best Practices for Error-Free Claims

Coronis Health

AUGUST 10, 2023

Best practices in hospital billing and coding processes are key to guiding coders as they navigate the complexities of chart documentation. Accurate coding also helps to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in the healthcare system and to support data analysis and research for improving health outcomes and policies.

Best Practices

Best Practices Hospital Medical Coding Documentation

Medical Billing & Coding Job Duties, Requirements, & Salary

CareerStep

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

We’ve got the answers to your questions about medical coding and billing jobs, duties, and of course, salary information. What do medical coders do and what do medical billing professionals do? These codes are used for billing, insurance reimbursement, and medical research purposes.

Billing

Billing Medical Coding Medication Certification

Mastering Prior Authorization Roles: Responsibilities and Training Demands Explored

ACMA Blog

JUNE 25, 2024

The responsibilities and education requirements for each role at this step of the PA process are listed below: Pharmacist: The pharmacist is mainly responsible for communicating with the provider’s office to process a prescription PA request or denial. They help the patient obtain a PA by communicating with the pharmacy and provider’s office.

Documentation

Documentation Medical Assistant Certification Insurance

Roles Involved in Prior Auths: Responsibilities & Education

ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The responsibilities and education requirements for each role at this step of the PA process are listed below: Pharmacist : The pharmacist is mainly responsible for communicating with the provider’s office to process a prescription PA request or denial. In order to practice, they must have a high school diploma.

Medical Assistant

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The 11 Best Patient Engagement Tools to Improve Your Practice

Medical Advantage

MARCH 28, 2024

Patient education : Through educational resources, patients can gain a better understanding of their health matters and treatment options, which can lead to more productive communication with healthcare providers. Explanation of Benefits (EOB): Understanding an EOB can be complex due to medical codes and insurance jargon.

Patient Satisfaction

Patient Satisfaction Appointments Communication Scheduling

NHA Industry Outlook Shows Growing Healthcare Jobs (Updated)

ACI Medical & Dental School

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Job Outlook: 16% Average Job Growth Rate 81% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position Employers Look for These 5 Skills: Clinical Experience Patient Communication Critical Thinking Professionalism / Soft Skills Time Management Relevant ACI Program: Medical Assistant Certification Patient Care Technician Patient Care Technicians (..)

Medical Administrative Assistant

Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Assistant Certification Continuing Education

Does the Hospital Price Transparency Rule Increase Your Audit Risk?

Relias

MARCH 13, 2023

Finally, enlist a communication or UX specialist to evaluate all written materials for clarity and readability. Failure to obtain the correct and necessary documentation, demographic information, and signatures could delay payment to your organization. Coders then convert them into charge codes according to standard regulations.

Hospital

Hospital Documentation Billing Insurance

Health Information Exchange: What It Is and Why It Matters

Ciox

AUGUST 3, 2023

Coordinated care involves the collaboration and communication among different healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive and seamless healthcare services to patients. This wealth of data enables accurate medical coding and classification of medical services provided to patients.

Unit Organization and Environment

Unit Organization and Environment Medical History Transfers Tests

Get ready for CPT codes changes in 2024

Health Prime

JANUARY 10, 2024

These descriptors are an essential resource that hospitals, medical practices, health plans, and other CPT users can incorporate into English-language documents, such as insurance forms, price sheets, medical records, patient portals, and more.

Discharges

Discharges Medication Admissions Documentation

The Basics Of Medical Assistant Online Certification

MedAssistantEDU.org

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Candidates meeting at least one of the following eligibility criteria can apply for the certification- Must be a current student or recent graduate (in the past ten years) from a medical assistant program from a school authorized by the NCCT Must be a foreign physician or R.N. with documented U.S.

Medical Assistant

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

3 common errors in claim submission

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5 strategies for mental health providers to enhance reimbursements

10 key aspects for minimizing underpayments and maximizing revenue

Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Electronic Health Records Specialist Training: What to Expect

Hospital Coding Accuracy: Best Practices for Error-Free Claims

Medical Billing & Coding Job Duties, Requirements, & Salary

Mastering Prior Authorization Roles: Responsibilities and Training Demands Explored

Roles Involved in Prior Auths: Responsibilities & Education

The 11 Best Patient Engagement Tools to Improve Your Practice

NHA Industry Outlook Shows Growing Healthcare Jobs (Updated)

Does the Hospital Price Transparency Rule Increase Your Audit Risk?

Health Information Exchange: What It Is and Why It Matters

Get ready for CPT codes changes in 2024

The Basics Of Medical Assistant Online Certification

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